SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH242
REFAIRTH242 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH242 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 242 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Gholhak Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Refah Kargaran SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 242 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH242?
REFAIRTH242 identifies Gholhak Branch, a branch or department of Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter REFAIRTH242 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check REFAIRTH242 with the recipient before you confirm.
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 the amount that arrives in Iran with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank Refah Kargaran take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use REFAIRTH instead of REFAIRTH242?
REFAIRTH points to the head office of Bank Refah Kargaran, while REFAIRTH242 is Gholhak Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention REFAIRTH242.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH242, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.