SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH407
PBIRIRTH407 belongs to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBIRIRTH407 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBIRIRTH |
| Branch code | 407 |
| Bank | Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) |
| Branch | Polesadr |
| 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.
- 407 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 BIC PBIRIRTH407?
PBIRIRTH407 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Polesadr, a branch or department of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use PBIRIRTH407 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PBIRIRTH407 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of 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 PBIRIRTH407, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PBIRIRTH407 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 407 is the code of the department Polesadr.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.