SWIFT/BIC code VAKFTRISXXX
VAKFTRISXXX belongs to Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VAKFTRISXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VAKFTRIS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Istanbul |
| Country | Türkiye |
How the Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VAKF 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/BIC code VAKFTRISXXX?
VAKFTRISXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul, Türkiye. It is the code to use when a payment to Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. does not need a specific branch.
Are VAKFTRIS and VAKFTRISXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VAKFTRIS is the 8-character version of VAKFTRISXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Istanbul.
Does Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VAKFTRISXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. in Türkiye, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s.?
Banks often 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.
How long does a transfer to Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s. take in Türkiye?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Vakif Katilim Bankasi A.s.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code VAKFTRISXXX, 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.