Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for Alternatif Bank?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for Alternatif Bank is ALFBTRIS. This 11-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to Alternatif Bank?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to Alternatif Bank, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code ALFBTRIS (Istanbul, Turkey) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is Alternatif Bank a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

No, Alternatif Bank is not a SEPA member. All international transfers to this bank must be sent as SWIFT wire transfers using BIC code ALFBTRIS.

Question 4

What does the BIC code ALFBTRIS mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code ALFBTRIS: "ALFB" is the institution code identifying Alternatif Bank, "TR" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for Turkey, and "IS" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone. The final three characters "XXX" identify a specific branch.

ALFBTRIS

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