SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBSH
MELIIRTHBSH belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Bushehr, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHBSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | BSH |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Bandar Boushehr Branch |
| City | Bushehr |
| 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.
- BSH 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 BIC MELIIRTHBSH?
MELIIRTHBSH identifies Bandar Boushehr Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Bushehr, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MELIIRTHBSH mean?
MELI is the institution code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and BSH is the code of the department Bandar Boushehr Branch.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHBSH?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHBSH points to Bandar Boushehr Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTHBSH if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHBSH, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.