SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHXXX
MELIIRTHXXX belongs to Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIIRTHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIIRTH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Melli Iran |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How 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.
- XXX 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHXXX?
MELIIRTHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank Melli Iran in Tehran, Iran. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank Melli Iran does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of MELIIRTHXXX stand for?
MELI is the bank code of Bank Melli Iran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Melli Iran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELIIRTHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank Melli Iran take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Melli Iran?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Are MELIIRTH and MELIIRTHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MELIIRTH is the short version of MELIIRTHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Bank Melli Iran in Tehran.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.