SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH091
MELIIRTH091 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH091 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 091 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Saraye Haaj Hassan Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 091 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 is behind SWIFT code MELIIRTH091?
The code MELIIRTH091 belongs to Saraye Haaj Hassan Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH091?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH091 is Saraye Haaj Hassan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTH091.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH091, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Bank Melli Iran have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.