SWIFT/BIC code MELIFRPPXXX
MELIFRPPXXX belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way 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.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 uses BIC MELIFRPPXXX?
MELIFRPPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank Melli Iran in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank Melli Iran does not need a specific branch.
Does Bank Melli Iran use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MELIFRPPXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank Melli Iran in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Are MELIFRPP and MELIFRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MELIFRPP is the 8-character version of MELIFRPPXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank Melli Iran in Paris.
Do I need MELIFRPPXXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MELIFRPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.