SWIFT/BIC code SEPBIRTH160
SEPBIRTH160 belongs to Bank Sepah in Tehran, Iran.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEPBIRTH160 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEPBIRTH |
| Branch code | 160 |
| Bank | Bank Sepah |
| Branch | Sie Tir 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.
- 160 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
What bank is behind BIC SEPBIRTH160?
SEPBIRTH160 identifies Sie Tir Branch, a branch or department of Bank Sepah in Tehran, Iran. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of SEPBIRTH160 mean?
SEPB is the institution code of Bank Sepah, IR stands for Iran, TH is the code for the city or region and 160 is the code of the branch Sie Tir Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Sepah?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iran with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter SEPBIRTH160 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SEPBIRTH160 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SEPBIRTH instead of SEPBIRTH160?
SEPBIRTH is the head office of Bank Sepah, while SEPBIRTH160 is Sie Tir Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SEPBIRTH160 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Sepah?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.