SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTH538
CIYBIRTH538 belongs to City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIYBIRTH538 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIYBIRTH |
| Branch code | 538 |
| Bank | City Bank (Public Corp) |
| Branch | Iran Zamin-Mahestan |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the City Bank (Public Corp) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 538 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTH538?
CIYBIRTH538 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Iran Zamin-Mahestan, a unit of City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CIYBIRTH538 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIYBIRTH538 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CIYBIRTH instead of CIYBIRTH538?
CIYBIRTH points to the main office of City Bank (Public Corp), while CIYBIRTH538 is Iran Zamin-Mahestan. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CIYBIRTH538 if the recipient asks for it.
Does City Bank (Public Corp) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for City Bank (Public Corp) in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in CIYBIRTH538 stand for?
CIYB is the institution code of City Bank (Public Corp), IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 538 is the code of the department Iran Zamin-Mahestan.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.