SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH243
REFAIRTH243 belongs to Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REFAIRTH243 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REFAIRTH |
| Branch code | 243 |
| Bank | Bank Refah Kargaran |
| Branch | Jahankoodak 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.
- 243 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 uses BIC REFAIRTH243?
REFAIRTH243 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Jahankoodak Branch, part of Bank Refah Kargaran in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran in Iran?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use REFAIRTH instead of REFAIRTH243?
REFAIRTH points to the head office of Bank Refah Kargaran, while REFAIRTH243 points to Jahankoodak Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention REFAIRTH243.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Refah Kargaran?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code REFAIRTH243, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Refah Kargaran?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
Has Bank Refah Kargaran got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 54 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Refah Kargaran in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.