SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH966
MELIIRTH966 belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTH966 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | 966 |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Bozorgrah Afrigha |
| 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.
- 966 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH966?
The code MELIIRTH966 belongs to Bozorgrah Afrigha, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MELIIRTH966 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTH966 against the details from Bank Melli Iran before you confirm.
What does each part of MELIIRTH966 stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 966 is the code of the branch Bozorgrah Afrigha.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTH966, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.