SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH218
REFAIRTH218 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Bandar Abbas, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH218 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 218 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Bandar Abbas Central Branch |
| City | Bandar Abbas |
| 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.
- 218 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 uses BIC REFAIRTH218?
REFAIRTH218 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bandar Abbas Central Branch, a unit of Bank Refah Kargaran in Bandar Abbas, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use REFAIRTH218 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check REFAIRTH218 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH218, 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 in Iran?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank Refah Kargaran take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use REFAIRTH instead of REFAIRTH218?
REFAIRTH points to the head office of Bank Refah Kargaran, while REFAIRTH218 is Bandar Abbas Central Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention REFAIRTH218.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.