SWIFT/BIC code TCZBTR2AIST
TCZBTR2AIST belongs to Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TCZBTR2AIST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TCZBTR2A |
| Branch code | IST |
| Bank | Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s. |
| Branch | Head Office Foreign Operations Branch |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TCZB 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.
- IST 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 uses SWIFT code TCZBTR2AIST?
The code TCZBTR2AIST belongs to Head Office Foreign Operations Branch, a branch or department of Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use TCZBTR2AIST with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check TCZBTR2AIST with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code TCZBTR2AIST, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of TCZBTR2AIST mean?
TCZB is the bank code of Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s., TR is the ISO code of Türkiye, 2A is the location code and IST is the code of the branch Head Office Foreign Operations Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Ziraat Bankasi A.s.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Turkish Lira with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.