SWIFT/BIC code SEPBIRTH050
SEPBIRTH050 belongs to Bank Sepah in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEPBIRTH050 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEPBIRTH |
| Branch code | 050 |
| Bank | Bank Sepah |
| Branch | Enghelab Branch |
| City | Tehran |
| Country | Iran |
The way the Bank Sepah SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 050 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 BIC SEPBIRTH050?
SEPBIRTH050 identifies Enghelab Branch, a branch or department of Bank Sepah in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SEPBIRTH instead of SEPBIRTH050?
SEPBIRTH is the main office of Bank Sepah, while SEPBIRTH050 is Enghelab Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SEPBIRTH050.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Sepah?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SEPBIRTH050, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iran uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Sepah got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 44 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Sepah in Iran, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Sepah?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Sepah?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.