SWIFT/BIC code AKBKTRIS059
AKBKTRIS059 belongs to Akbank T.a.s. in Samsun, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBKTRIS059 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBKTRIS |
| Branch code | 059 |
| Bank | Akbank T.a.s. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Samsun |
| 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.
- 059 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 AKBKTRIS059?
The code AKBKTRIS059 belongs to Akbank T.a.s., part of Akbank T.a.s. in Samsun, Türkiye. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in AKBKTRIS059 mean?
AKBK is the bank code of Akbank T.a.s., TR stands for Türkiye, IS is the code for the city or region and 059 identifies the branch Akbank T.a.s..
What is the best way to send money to Akbank T.a.s. in Türkiye?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Turkish Lira with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter AKBKTRIS059 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AKBKTRIS059 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use AKBKTRIS instead of AKBKTRIS059?
AKBKTRIS points to the main office of Akbank T.a.s., while AKBKTRIS059 is Akbank T.a.s.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use AKBKTRIS059 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Akbank T.a.s. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.