SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHIFN
MELIIRTHIFN belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Isfahan, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHIFN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | IFN |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Isfahan Main Branch |
| City | Isfahan |
| Country | Iran |
The way 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.
- IFN 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/BIC code MELIIRTHIFN?
MELIIRTHIFN identifies Isfahan Main Branch, a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Isfahan, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MELIIRTHIFN stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and IFN is the code of the branch Isfahan Main Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Many banks add several percent 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 happens if I use MELIIRTHIFN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTHIFN against the details from Bank Melli Iran before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on 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 MELIIRTHIFN, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, 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.