SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH117
REFAIRTH117 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH117 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 117 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Mellat Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Refah Kargaran SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- REFA 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.
- 117 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 BIC REFAIRTH117?
The code REFAIRTH117 belongs to Mellat Branch, a unit of Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH117, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use REFAIRTH117 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check REFAIRTH117 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of REFAIRTH117 stand for?
REFA is the institution code of Bank Refah Kargaran, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 117 is the code of the department Mellat Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.