SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHKRJ
MELIIRTHKRJ belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Karaj, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHKRJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | KRJ |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | 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.
- KRJ 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
What bank uses BIC MELIIRTHKRJ?
The code MELIIRTHKRJ belongs to Karaj Branch, a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Karaj, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHKRJ, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I enter MELIIRTHKRJ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTHKRJ against the details from Bank Melli Iran before you confirm.
What does each part of MELIIRTHKRJ 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 KRJ identifies the department Karaj Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.