SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHABN
MELIIRTHABN belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Abadan, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHABN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | ABN |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Abadan Branch |
| City | Abadan |
| 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.
- ABN 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHABN?
The code MELIIRTHABN belongs to Abadan Branch, a branch or department of Bank Melli Iran in Abadan, 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MELIIRTHABN mean?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and ABN is the code of the branch Abadan Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHABN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHABN?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHABN points to Abadan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHABN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.