SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH202

MELIIRTH202 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.

MELIIRTH202

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMELIIRTH202
8-character codeMELIIRTH
Branch code202
BankBank Melli Iran
BranchPachenar Branch
CityTehran
CountryIran

How the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC works

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.
202 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/BIC code MELIIRTH202?

The code MELIIRTH202 belongs to Pachenar Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH202, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?

Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What happens if I enter MELIIRTH202 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MELIIRTH202 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH202?

MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH202 points to Pachenar Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTH202.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.