SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHSHK
BKPAIRTHSHK belongs to Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKPAIRTHSHK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKPAIRTH |
| Branch code | SHK |
| Bank | Parsian Bank |
| Branch | Sheikh Bahaee |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Parsian Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SHK 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/BIC code BKPAIRTHSHK?
The code BKPAIRTHSHK belongs to Sheikh Bahaee, part of Parsian Bank in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKPAIRTHSHK mean?
BKPA is the institution code of Parsian Bank, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and SHK identifies the branch Sheikh Bahaee.
How long does a transfer to Parsian Bank take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Parsian Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHSHK, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BKPAIRTH instead of BKPAIRTHSHK?
BKPAIRTH is the head office of Parsian Bank, while BKPAIRTHSHK points to Sheikh Bahaee. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKPAIRTHSHK.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Parsian Bank?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.