SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHSEM
MELIIRTHSEM belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Semnan, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHSEM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | SEM |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Semnan Branch |
| City | Semnan |
| 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.
- SEM 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHSEM?
The code MELIIRTHSEM belongs to Semnan Branch, a branch or department of Bank Melli Iran in Semnan, 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 MELIIRTHSEM, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in MELIIRTHSEM mean?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and SEM is the code of the department Semnan Branch.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHSEM?
MELIIRTH is the head office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHSEM is Semnan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MELIIRTHSEM if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MELIIRTHSEM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELIIRTHSEM with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.