SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHCHT
BKPAIRTHCHT belongs to Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKPAIRTHCHT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKPAIRTH |
| Branch code | CHT |
| Bank | Parsian Bank |
| Branch | Chitgar |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Parsian Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CHT Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code BKPAIRTHCHT?
BKPAIRTHCHT identifies Chitgar, a unit of Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKPAIRTHCHT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKPAIRTHCHT with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Parsian Bank in Iran?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKPAIRTHCHT mean?
BKPA is the institution code of Parsian Bank, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and CHT is the code of the branch Chitgar.
Can I use BKPAIRTH instead of BKPAIRTHCHT?
BKPAIRTH is the main office of Parsian Bank, while BKPAIRTHCHT is Chitgar. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKPAIRTHCHT if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Parsian Bank take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.