SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHJKD
MELIIRTHJKD belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHJKD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | JKD |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Jahan Koodak |
| City | Tehran |
| 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.
- JKD 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHJKD?
MELIIRTHJKD identifies Jahan Koodak, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MELIIRTHJKD mean?
MELI is the institution code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and JKD is the code of the branch Jahan Koodak.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHJKD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use MELIIRTHJKD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MELIIRTHJKD with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHJKD?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHJKD is Jahan Koodak. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHJKD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.