SWIFT/BIC code KBIDIRTH031

KBIDIRTH031 belongs to Karafarin Bank in Kish Island, Iran.

KBIDIRTH031

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeKBIDIRTH031
8-character codeKBIDIRTH
Branch code031
BankKarafarin Bank
BranchKish Island Branch
CityKish Island
CountryIran

How the Karafarin Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
031 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 code KBIDIRTH031?

KBIDIRTH031 identifies Kish Island Branch, part of Karafarin Bank in Kish Island, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Karafarin Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Karafarin Bank in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Karafarin Bank?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of KBIDIRTH031 stand for?

KBID is the bank code of Karafarin Bank, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 031 identifies the department Kish Island Branch.

Can I use KBIDIRTH instead of KBIDIRTH031?

KBIDIRTH is the main office of Karafarin Bank, while KBIDIRTH031 points to Kish Island Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use KBIDIRTH031 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use KBIDIRTH031 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KBIDIRTH031 against the details from Karafarin Bank before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.