SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH098
MELIIRTH098 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH098 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 098 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Payam Enghelab |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 098 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 SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH098?
MELIIRTH098 identifies Payam Enghelab, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of MELIIRTH098 stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 098 is the code of the branch Payam Enghelab.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH098, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH098 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTH098 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.