SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH169
MELIIRTH169 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH169 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 169 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Mirzaye Shirazi St. |
| 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.
- 169 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 MELIIRTH169?
MELIIRTH169 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mirzaye Shirazi St., a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if 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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Melli Iran.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH169?
MELIIRTH points to the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH169 is Mirzaye Shirazi St.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTH169.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH169, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter MELIIRTH169 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTH169 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.