SWIFT/BIC code SEKETR2AAIS
SEKETR2AAIS belongs to Sekerbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEKETR2AAIS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEKETR2A |
| Branch code | AIS |
| Bank | Sekerbank T.a.s. |
| Branch | Istanbul |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Sekerbank T.a.s. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SEKE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AIS 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 branch is behind SWIFT code SEKETR2AAIS?
The code SEKETR2AAIS belongs to Istanbul, a branch or department of Sekerbank T.a.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Sekerbank T.a.s.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SEKETR2AAIS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Sekerbank T.a.s. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SEKETR2A instead of SEKETR2AAIS?
SEKETR2A is the head office of Sekerbank T.a.s., while SEKETR2AAIS points to Istanbul. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SEKETR2AAIS if the recipient asks for it.
Has Sekerbank T.a.s. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sekerbank T.a.s. in Türkiye, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Sekerbank T.a.s. in Türkiye?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Turkish Lira with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.