SWIFT/BIC code SEPBIRTH019
SEPBIRTH019 belongs to Bank Sepah in Kerman, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEPBIRTH019 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEPBIRTH |
| Branch code | 019 |
| Bank | Bank Sepah |
| Branch | Kerman Branch |
| City | Kerman |
| Country | Iran |
How the Bank Sepah SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SEPB 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.
- 019 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 SEPBIRTH019?
The code SEPBIRTH019 belongs to Kerman Branch, part of Bank Sepah in Kerman, Iran. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SEPBIRTH019 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SEPBIRTH019 against the details from Bank Sepah before sending.
What do the letters in SEPBIRTH019 stand for?
SEPB is the bank code of Bank Sepah, IR is the ISO code of Iran, TH is the location code and 019 is the code of the branch Kerman Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Sepah?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Sepah?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SEPBIRTH019, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SEPBIRTH instead of SEPBIRTH019?
SEPBIRTH points to the head office of Bank Sepah, while SEPBIRTH019 points to Kerman Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SEPBIRTH019.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.