List of Turkish Banks and Account Opening Conditions for Iranians | Comprehensive Guide 2025

List of Turkish Banks and Account Opening Conditions for Iranians | Comprehensive Guide 2025

Opening a bank account in Turkey for Iranians is one of the major concerns for migrants, students, investors, and even tourists. Given the specific international conditions and the increasing need for foreign exchange transactions, knowing which Turkish banks open accounts for Iranians is of high importance.

???? Why is opening a bank account in Turkey important?

• Receiving residence in Turkey (tourist or work residence)

• Buying property or starting a business

• Studying at Turkish universities

• Investing or sending international remittances

• Using international digital services like PayPal, Apple, Google, etc.

???? List of Major Turkish Banks

Next, we will introduce the most important public and private banks in Turkey:

1. Ziraat Bankası (Ziraat Bank - Public)

• The most reputable and accessible bank in Turkey

• Opens accounts for Iranians in many branches

• Provides debit cards and mobile banking services

• Suitable for students and holders of Kimlik

2. VakifBank (Vakif Bank - Public)

• Another popular public bank

• Opening an account for Iranians may be done with Kimlik and Turkish address verification

• Offers extensive online services

3. Halkbank (Halk Bank - Public)

• A suitable option for those receiving salaries or pensions

• Opening an account in some cities is possible for Iranians

4. İş Bankası (İş Bank - Private)

• An old and reliable bank

• Has become stricter regarding Iranians in recent years, but negotiable in some branches

• Advanced services for digital financial management

5. Yapı Kredi (Yapı Kredi Bank - Private)

• A modern and digital-focused bank

• Suitable for holders of valid Turkish residence (Kimlik)

• Suitable English support and advanced online banking

6. Garanti BBVA (Garanti Bank - Private)

• Bank affiliated with the BBVA group of Spain

• Suitable for international transactions and foreign currency cards

• Opens accounts for Iranians with official residence

7. QNB Finansbank

• An international bank with extensive facilities

• Account opening possibility for Iranians with valid residence or tourist permits

Which banks currently open accounts for Iranians?

Ziraat Bank
İş Bank (with more strictness)
Vakif Bank
 

???? Note: The regulations of each branch may vary and highly depend on the behavior and internal policies of the branch. Having a Kimlik (Turkish residence), Turkish SIM card, and valid address is very helpful.

Required Documents for Opening a Bank Account in Turkey

1. Turkish Kimlik or valid residence passport

2. Tax number (Vergi Numarası)

3. Address document (electricity bill or rental agreement in the name of the person)

4. Turkish SIM card for receiving banking SMS messages

5. Initial deposit (in some banks 500 to 1000 Lira)

Important Notes for Iranians:

• It is better to get help from a reputable currency exchange office or official translator for opening an account.

• If you do not have a residence card, banks usually open a temporary account by providing an address and tax number.

• Some banks may require additional documents to open a foreign currency account (in dollars or euros).

Conclusion

Opening a bank account in Turkey for Iranians is possible with complete documents and choosing the right branch. Adonis Exchange in Istanbul, Kapalıçarşı, with years of experience in providing financial services, can offer you complete advice and guidance in the account opening and currency transfer process.