SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH079
PBIRIRTH079 belongs to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBIRIRTH079 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBIRIRTH |
| Branch code | 079 |
| Bank | Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) |
| Branch | Valiasr |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PBIR 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.
- 079 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 is behind SWIFT code PBIRIRTH079?
PBIRIRTH079 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Valiasr, a branch or department of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) take in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH079, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in PBIRIRTH079 mean?
PBIR is the bank code of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i), IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 079 identifies the branch Valiasr.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.