SWIFT/BIC code TCMBTR2AXXX
TCMBTR2AXXX belongs to Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) in Ankara, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TCMBTR2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TCMBTR2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ankara |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TCMB 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.
- 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
What bank uses SWIFT code TCMBTR2AXXX?
TCMBTR2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) in Ankara, Türkiye. It is the code to use when a payment to Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) does not need a specific branch.
Does Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, TCMBTR2AXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey) in Türkiye, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Turkish Lira with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use TCMBTR2AXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check TCMBTR2AXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code TCMBTR2AXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of TCMBTR2AXXX mean?
TCMB is the institution code of Turkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankasi (Central Bank of The Republic of Turkey), TR is the ISO code of Türkiye, 2A is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.