SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH653
PBIRIRTH653 belongs to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Gorgan, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBIRIRTH653 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBIRIRTH |
| Branch code | 653 |
| Bank | Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) |
| Branch | Gorgan |
| City | Gorgan |
| 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.
- 653 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
What bank uses SWIFT code PBIRIRTH653?
PBIRIRTH653 identifies Gorgan, a unit of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i) in Gorgan, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PBIRIRTH653, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i)?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in PBIRIRTH653 mean?
PBIR is the bank code of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i), IR stands for Iran, TH is the location code and 653 is the code of the branch Gorgan.
Can I use PBIRIRTH instead of PBIRIRTH653?
PBIRIRTH points to the head office of Post Bank of Iran (P.b.i), while PBIRIRTH653 is Gorgan. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PBIRIRTH653 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use PBIRIRTH653 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PBIRIRTH653 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.