SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH111
MELIIRTH111 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Molavi Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 111 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 is behind SWIFT code MELIIRTH111?
The code MELIIRTH111 belongs to Molavi Branch, a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank Melli Iran got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Melli Iran.
What happens if I enter MELIIRTH111 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTH111 with the recipient before sending.
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. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH111?
MELIIRTH points to the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH111 points to Molavi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTH111 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.