banking turkey

🛂 Opening an account as a foreign national involves identity, address and provider checks. Changes in 2026 introduced a regulated remote passport-verification route for covered cases. They do not guarantee app-based account opening for every foreigner at every bank. 1️⃣ What actually changed...

⚡ FAST provides instant Turkish-lira transfers between participating providers around the clock. Good use starts with checking the recipient and ends with checking the transaction status, rather than simply confirming quickly. 1️⃣ When is FAST appropriate? An eligible lira payment between...

🔁 A recurring transfer is useful for a clearly defined repeated payment, such as fixed rent or family support. It organises payments while leaving you responsible for checking the balance, amount and recipient. 1️⃣ What is now supported? ÖHVPS 2.0.0, introduced on 17 March 2026, supports...

🏦 Open banking lets you view selected accounts in a participating app and use specific payment services with your consent. The March 2026 update added practical functions; availability still depends on the bank, app and account involved. 1️⃣ What changed in 2026? The Central Bank of Turkey...