SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHYZD
BKPAIRTHYZD belongs to Parsian Bank in Yazd, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKPAIRTHYZD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKPAIRTH |
| Branch code | YZD |
| Bank | Parsian Bank |
| Branch | Yazd Branch |
| City | Yazd |
| Country | Iran |
How 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.
- YZD 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BKPAIRTHYZD?
BKPAIRTHYZD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Yazd Branch, a branch or department of Parsian Bank in Yazd, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Parsian Bank take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Parsian Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKPAIRTHYZD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKPAIRTHYZD stand for?
BKPA is the institution code of Parsian Bank, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and YZD identifies the branch Yazd Branch.
Can I use BKPAIRTH instead of BKPAIRTHYZD?
BKPAIRTH is the head office of Parsian Bank, while BKPAIRTHYZD points to Yazd Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKPAIRTHYZD.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.