SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH068
MELIIRTH068 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH068 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 068 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Nasser Khosrow 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.
- 068 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 MELIIRTH068?
MELIIRTH068 identifies Nasser Khosrow Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank Melli Iran got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH068, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH068?
MELIIRTH points to the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH068 points to Nasser Khosrow Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTH068 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH068 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MELIIRTH068 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.