According to the bank’s website, the new service, in line with modern banking methods, makes it possible for customers to take out loans, exchange currencies, purchase insurance and buy stocks among other services through any BSI branch across the country. Founded n 1952, the privatized lender runs the largest banking network in Iran with around 2,500 active branches in Iran. With 27 independent and joint branches, Bank Saderat also has the largest Iranian banking presence overseas, according to Financial Tribune.