SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBND
MELIIRTHBND belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Bandar Abbas, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHBND |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | BND |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Bandar Abbas Branch |
| City | Bandar Abbas |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BND 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 MELIIRTHBND?
MELIIRTHBND identifies Bandar Abbas Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Bandar Abbas, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHBND?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHBND is Bandar Abbas Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTHBND if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBND, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Melli Iran got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.