SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHMDR
MELIIRTHMDR belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Orumiyeh, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHMDR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | MDR |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Orumiyeh Modares Br. |
| City | Orumiyeh |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- MDR 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 is behind BIC MELIIRTHMDR?
The code MELIIRTHMDR belongs to Orumiyeh Modares Br., a unit of Bank Melli Iran in Orumiyeh, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank Melli Iran have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 158 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Melli Iran in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Melli Iran.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Melli Iran in Iran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHMDR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHMDR?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHMDR is Orumiyeh Modares Br.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MELIIRTHMDR if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.