SWIFT/BIC code TVBATR2AXXX
TVBATR2AXXX belongs to Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TVBATR2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TVBATR2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
The way the Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TVBA 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
Which institution is behind BIC TVBATR2AXXX?
TVBATR2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. in Istanbul, Türkiye. It is the code to use when a payment to Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. in Türkiye?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Turkish Lira with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter TVBATR2AXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check TVBATR2AXXX against the details from Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o. before sending.
What do the letters in TVBATR2AXXX stand for?
TVBA is the institution code of Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o., TR stands for Türkiye, 2A is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Turkiye Vakiflar Bankasi T.a.o.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code TVBATR2AXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Türkiye is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.