SWIFT/BIC code ALFBTRIS908
ALFBTRIS908 belongs to Alternatifbank A.s. in Bursa, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFBTRIS908 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFBTRIS |
| Branch code | 908 |
| Bank | Alternatifbank A.s. |
| Branch | Bursa Branch |
| City | Bursa |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Alternatifbank A.s. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFB 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.
- 908 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code ALFBTRIS908?
ALFBTRIS908 identifies Bursa Branch, part of Alternatifbank A.s. in Bursa, Türkiye. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Alternatifbank A.s.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALFBTRIS908, 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.
How long does a transfer to Alternatifbank A.s. take in Türkiye?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in ALFBTRIS908 stand for?
ALFB is the bank code of Alternatifbank A.s., TR stands for Türkiye, IS is the location code and 908 is the code of the department Bursa Branch.
What happens if I use ALFBTRIS908 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALFBTRIS908 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ALFBTRIS instead of ALFBTRIS908?
ALFBTRIS points to the main office of Alternatifbank A.s., while ALFBTRIS908 points to Bursa Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALFBTRIS908.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.