SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH962
MELIIRTH962 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH962 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 962 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Shahin Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- 962 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 code MELIIRTH962?
MELIIRTH962 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shahin Branch, a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank Melli Iran have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Melli Iran.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH962 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTH962 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH962, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTH962?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTH962 is Shahin Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTH962.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.