SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTH329
CIYBIRTH329 belongs to City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIYBIRTH329 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIYBIRTH |
| Branch code | 329 |
| Bank | City Bank (Public Corp) |
| Branch | Ferdosi Sq. |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the City Bank (Public Corp) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIYB 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.
- 329 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 CIYBIRTH329?
The code CIYBIRTH329 belongs to Ferdosi Sq., part of City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CIYBIRTH329 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIYBIRTH329 against the details from City Bank (Public Corp) before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to City Bank (Public Corp) in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CIYBIRTH329 stand for?
CIYB is the bank code of City Bank (Public Corp), IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 329 identifies the branch Ferdosi Sq..
What do I need for a transfer to an account at City Bank (Public Corp)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTH329, 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.
How long does it take to send money to City Bank (Public Corp)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.