SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH208
MELIIRTH208 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH208 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 208 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Aref 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.
- 208 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 BIC MELIIRTH208?
MELIIRTH208 identifies Aref Branch, a branch or department of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MELIIRTH208 stand for?
MELI is the institution code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 208 is the code of the branch Aref Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank Melli Iran got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Melli Iran.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH208, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.