SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS020
AKBKTRIS020 belongs to Akbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBKTRIS020 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBKTRIS |
| Branch code | 020 |
| Bank | Akbank T.a.s. |
| Branch | Kadikoy Branch |
| City | Istanbul |
| 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.
- 020 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 code AKBKTRIS020?
AKBKTRIS020 identifies Kadikoy Branch, a unit of Akbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use AKBKTRIS instead of AKBKTRIS020?
AKBKTRIS points to the head office of Akbank T.a.s., while AKBKTRIS020 is Kadikoy Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AKBKTRIS020 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter AKBKTRIS020 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AKBKTRIS020 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Akbank T.a.s. in Türkiye?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Turkish Lira with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Akbank T.a.s. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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..
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Akbank T.a.s.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS020, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.