SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHTBZ
MELIIRTHTBZ belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tabriz, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHTBZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | TBZ |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Tabriz Main Branch |
| City | Tabriz |
| 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.
- TBZ 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 MELIIRTHTBZ?
MELIIRTHTBZ identifies Tabriz Main Branch, part of Bank Melli Iran in Tabriz, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHTBZ, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MELIIRTH instead of MELIIRTHTBZ?
MELIIRTH is the main office of Bank Melli Iran, while MELIIRTHTBZ is Tabriz Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELIIRTHTBZ.
What does each part of MELIIRTHTBZ mean?
MELI is the institution code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and TBZ is the code of the branch Tabriz Main Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.