SWIFT/BIC code ALFBTRISXXX
ALFBTRISXXX belongs to Alternatifbank A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFBTRISXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFBTRIS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alternatifbank A.s. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
How 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.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC ALFBTRISXXX?
ALFBTRISXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Alternatifbank A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use it when you send money to an account at Alternatifbank A.s..
Does Alternatifbank A.s. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Alternatifbank A.s. in Türkiye, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Are ALFBTRIS and ALFBTRISXXX the same code?
Yes. ALFBTRIS is the 8-character version of ALFBTRISXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Alternatifbank A.s. in Istanbul.
What happens if I use ALFBTRISXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALFBTRISXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in ALFBTRISXXX stand for?
ALFB is the institution code of Alternatifbank A.s., TR stands for Türkiye, IS is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Alternatifbank A.s.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Turkish Lira with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.