SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH197
PBIRIRTH197 belongs to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Shiraz, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBIRIRTH197 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBIRIRTH |
| Branch code | 197 |
| Bank | Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) |
| Branch | Markazi-Shiraz |
| City | Shiraz |
| Country | Iran |
How the Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 197 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 code PBIRIRTH197?
PBIRIRTH197 identifies Markazi-Shiraz, a unit of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Shiraz, 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 Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in PBIRIRTH197 stand for?
PBIR is the bank code of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i), IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 197 is the code of the department Markazi-Shiraz.
Can I use PBIRIRTH instead of PBIRIRTH197?
PBIRIRTH is the head office of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i), while PBIRIRTH197 is Markazi-Shiraz. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PBIRIRTH197.
How long does it take to send money to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Iran?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH197, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.