SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHRSH
BKPAIRTHRSH belongs to Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKPAIRTHRSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKPAIRTH |
| Branch code | RSH |
| Bank | Parsian Bank |
| Branch | Rashid Cross |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Parsian Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- RSH 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHRSH?
The code BKPAIRTHRSH belongs to Rashid Cross, a branch or department of Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Parsian Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Parsian Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHRSH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKPAIRTHRSH stand for?
BKPA is the bank code of Parsian Bank, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and RSH identifies the department Rashid Cross.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Parsian Bank in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKPAIRTH instead of BKPAIRTHRSH?
BKPAIRTH points to the main office of Parsian Bank, while BKPAIRTHRSH points to Rashid Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKPAIRTHRSH if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.