SWIFT/BIC code BATSTR31XXX
BATSTR31XXX belongs to Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BATSTR31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BATSTR31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
How the Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BATS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 bank is behind BIC BATSTR31XXX?
The code BATSTR31XXX belongs to the main office of Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use it when a payment to Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi does not need a specific branch.
Is BATSTR31 and BATSTR31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BATSTR31 is the 8-character version of BATSTR31XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi in Istanbul.
What happens if I enter BATSTR31XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BATSTR31XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi in Türkiye?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BATSTR31XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BATSTR31XXX stand for?
BATS is the institution code of Merkezi Hollanda Turkiye Istanbul Subesi, TR is the ISO code of Türkiye, 31 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.