SWIFT/BIC code KBIDIRTH009
KBIDIRTH009 belongs to Karafarin Bank in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KBIDIRTH009 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KBIDIRTH |
| Branch code | 009 |
| Bank | Karafarin Bank |
| Branch | Vanak Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Karafarin Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KBID 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.
- 009 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 uses BIC KBIDIRTH009?
The code KBIDIRTH009 belongs to Vanak Branch, a unit of Karafarin Bank in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter KBIDIRTH009 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KBIDIRTH009 against the details from Karafarin Bank before you confirm.
What do the letters in KBIDIRTH009 mean?
KBID is the institution code of Karafarin Bank, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 009 is the code of the department Vanak Branch.
Can I use KBIDIRTH instead of KBIDIRTH009?
KBIDIRTH is the main office of Karafarin Bank, while KBIDIRTH009 points to Vanak Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention KBIDIRTH009.
What is the best way to send money to Karafarin Bank?
Many banks add several percent 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.
How long does a transfer to Karafarin Bank take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.