SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHRSH
MELIIRTHRSH belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Rasht, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHRSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | RSH |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Rasht Branch |
| City | Rasht |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Melli Iran SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- RSH 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 code MELIIRTHRSH?
The code MELIIRTHRSH belongs to Rasht Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Rasht, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHRSH, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of MELIIRTHRSH mean?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and RSH is the code of the branch Rasht Branch.
What happens if I use MELIIRTHRSH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELIIRTHRSH against the details from Bank Melli Iran before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHRSH?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHRSH is Rasht Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHRSH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.