SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBIR
MELIIRTHBIR belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Birjand, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHBIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | BIR |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Birjand Branch |
| City | Birjand |
| Country | Iran |
How 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.
- BIR 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 bank uses SWIFT code MELIIRTHBIR?
MELIIRTHBIR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birjand Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Birjand, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBIR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MELIIRTHBIR mean?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and BIR is the code of the branch Birjand Branch.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHBIR?
MELIIRTH points to the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHBIR points to Birjand Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHBIR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.