SWIFT/BIC code BKMTTRISXXX
BKMTTRISXXX belongs to Bank Mellat in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMTTRISXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMTTRIS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Mellat |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
How the Bank Mellat SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKMT 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 SWIFT code BKMTTRISXXX?
The code BKMTTRISXXX belongs to the main office of Bank Mellat in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank Mellat.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Mellat?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Turkish Lira with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BKMTTRIS and BKMTTRISXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BKMTTRIS is the 8-character version of BKMTTRISXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank Mellat in Istanbul.
Has Bank Mellat got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Mellat in Türkiye, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Mellat.
What do the letters in BKMTTRISXXX stand for?
BKMT is the bank code of Bank Mellat, TR is the ISO code of Türkiye, IS is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Mellat?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKMTTRISXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Türkiye uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.