SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS012
AKBKTRIS012 belongs to Akbank T.a.s. in Denizli, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBKTRIS012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBKTRIS |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | Akbank T.a.s. |
| Branch | Denizli Branch |
| City | Denizli |
| Country | Türkiye |
How the Akbank T.a.s. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- IS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 012 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 SWIFT code AKBKTRIS012?
AKBKTRIS012 identifies Denizli Branch, part of Akbank T.a.s. in Denizli, Türkiye. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Akbank T.a.s.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Turkish Lira with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of AKBKTRIS012 mean?
AKBK is the bank code of Akbank T.a.s., TR is the ISO code of Türkiye, IS is the location code and 012 identifies the department Denizli Branch.
How long does a transfer to Akbank T.a.s. take in Türkiye?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Akbank T.a.s.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS012, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use AKBKTRIS instead of AKBKTRIS012?
AKBKTRIS points to the main office of Akbank T.a.s., while AKBKTRIS012 points to Denizli Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use AKBKTRIS012 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.