SWIFT/BIC code KTEFTRISXXX

KTEFTRISXXX belongs to Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.

KTEFTRISXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeKTEFTRISXXX
8-character codeKTEFTRIS
Branch codeXXX
BankKuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s.
BranchHead office
CityIstanbul
CountryTürkiye

The way the Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

KTEF 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 bank is behind SWIFT code KTEFTRISXXX?

KTEFTRISXXX identifies the main office of Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use it when a payment to Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. does not need a specific branch.

Does Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – KTEFTRISXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Türkiye, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What happens if I enter KTEFTRISXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KTEFTRISXXX with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s.?

Many banks 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.

Are KTEFTRIS and KTEFTRISXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. KTEFTRIS is the short version of KTEFTRISXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul.

How long does it take to send money to Kuveyt Turk Katilim Bankasi A.s.?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.