SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTHXXX
CIYBIRTHXXX belongs to City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIYBIRTHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIYBIRTH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | City Bank (Public Corp) |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC CIYBIRTHXXX?
CIYBIRTHXXX identifies the main office of City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran, Iran. Use it when you send money to an account at City Bank (Public Corp).
Does City Bank (Public Corp) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for City Bank (Public Corp) in Iran. All of them are listed on the page of City Bank (Public Corp).
Are CIYBIRTH and CIYBIRTHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CIYBIRTH is the 8-character version of CIYBIRTHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to City Bank (Public Corp) in Tehran.
What is the cheapest way to send money to City Bank (Public Corp)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at City Bank (Public Corp)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIYBIRTHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of CIYBIRTHXXX stand for?
CIYB is the bank code of City Bank (Public Corp), IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.