SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH220
MELIIRTH220 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH220 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 220 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Soheil Br. |
| 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.
- 220 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH220?
MELIIRTH220 identifies Soheil Br., a branch or department of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH220 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MELIIRTH220 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH220, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH220?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH220 points to Soheil Br.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTH220 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.