SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH216
REFAIRTH216 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Rasht, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH216 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 216 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Rasht Central Branch |
| City | Rasht |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Refah Kargaran SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 216 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 BIC REFAIRTH216?
The code REFAIRTH216 belongs to Rasht Central Branch, a branch or department of Bank Refah Kargaran in Rasht, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank Refah Kargaran got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 54 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Refah Kargaran in Iran. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran in Iran?
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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use REFAIRTH instead of REFAIRTH216?
REFAIRTH points to the main office of Bank Refah Kargaran, while REFAIRTH216 is Rasht Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use REFAIRTH216 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH216, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank Refah Kargaran take in Iran?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.