SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH063
MELIIRTH063 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH063 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 063 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Bazar Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELI 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.
- 063 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
What bank uses BIC MELIIRTH063?
The code MELIIRTH063 belongs to Bazar Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH063, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH063 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTH063 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Banks often 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.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH063?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH063 is Bazar Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MELIIRTH063 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.