SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHJSK
MELIIRTHJSK belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Karaj, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHJSK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | JSK |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Jahanshahr-e-Karaj Branch |
| City | Karaj |
| 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.
- JSK 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 MELIIRTHJSK?
MELIIRTHJSK identifies Jahanshahr-e-Karaj Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Karaj, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
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 does each part of MELIIRTHJSK stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and JSK identifies the branch Jahanshahr-e-Karaj Branch.
What happens if I use MELIIRTHJSK incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTHJSK with the recipient before sending.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHJSK?
MELIIRTH points to the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHJSK points to Jahanshahr-e-Karaj Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHJSK.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.