SWIFT/BIC code CAYTTRIS001
CAYTTRIS001 belongs to Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAYTTRIS001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAYTTRIS |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAYT 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.
- 001 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 BIC CAYTTRIS001?
CAYTTRIS001 identifies Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s., a unit of Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Turkish Lira with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CAYTTRIS001, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use CAYTTRIS instead of CAYTTRIS001?
CAYTTRIS points to the main office of Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s., while CAYTTRIS001 is Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CAYTTRIS001.
What happens if I use CAYTTRIS001 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CAYTTRIS001 against the details from Aktif Yatirim Bankasi A.s. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.