SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH081
MELIIRTH081 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Meydan Shohada 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.
- 081 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH081?
MELIIRTH081 identifies Meydan Shohada Branch, a unit 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?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter MELIIRTH081 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTH081 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH081?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH081 is Meydan Shohada Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MELIIRTH081 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH081, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.