SWIFT/BIC code MELIAEADSHJ
MELIAEADSHJ belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIAEADSHJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIAEAD |
| Branch code | SHJ |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Sharjah Branch |
| City | Sharjah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AD Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SHJ 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 MELIAEADSHJ?
MELIAEADSHJ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sharjah Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIAEADSHJ, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MELIAEAD instead of MELIAEADSHJ?
MELIAEAD is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIAEADSHJ points to Sharjah Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIAEADSHJ.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of MELIAEADSHJ stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and SHJ is the code of the department Sharjah Branch.
What happens if I enter MELIAEADSHJ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIAEADSHJ with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.