SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS019
AKBKTRIS019 belongs to Akbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBKTRIS019 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBKTRIS |
| Branch code | 019 |
| Bank | Akbank T.a.s. |
| Branch | Galata Branch |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way 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.
- 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS019?
The code AKBKTRIS019 belongs to Galata Branch, a unit of Akbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Akbank T.a.s. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 20 SWIFT/BIC codes for Akbank T.a.s. in Türkiye, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Akbank T.a.s..
How long does it take to send money to Akbank T.a.s.?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS019, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use AKBKTRIS instead of AKBKTRIS019?
AKBKTRIS points to the head office of Akbank T.a.s., while AKBKTRIS019 points to Galata Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use AKBKTRIS019 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter AKBKTRIS019 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AKBKTRIS019 against the details from Akbank T.a.s. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.