SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH127
REFAIRTH127 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH127 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 127 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Falakeh Dovom-e- Sadeghieh Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How 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.
- 127 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 bank is behind SWIFT code REFAIRTH127?
REFAIRTH127 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Falakeh Dovom-e- Sadeghieh Branch, a unit of Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH127, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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 what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Can I use REFAIRTH instead of REFAIRTH127?
REFAIRTH points to the main office of Bank Refah Kargaran, while REFAIRTH127 is Falakeh Dovom-e- Sadeghieh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use REFAIRTH127 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use REFAIRTH127 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check REFAIRTH127 against the details from Bank Refah Kargaran before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.