SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH501
MELIIRTH501 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH501 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 501 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Eghbal |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
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.
- 501 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 MELIIRTH501?
The code MELIIRTH501 belongs to Eghbal, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of MELIIRTH501 stand for?
MELI is the institution code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 501 identifies the branch Eghbal.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH501 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTH501 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH501, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH501?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH501 points to Eghbal. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTH501.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.