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Garanti BBVA (legal name Türkiye Garanti Bankası A.Ş.) is Turkey’s second largest private sector bank by assets. The bank is majority-owned by Spanish multinational BBVA, though it is listed on the Istanbul Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange.
Garanti provides retail, commercial, corporate and private banking services to 15 million customers. The bank offers English online banking, mobile banking, and phone banking services, with English-speaking relationship managers at specified branches. Beyond Turkey, it operates branches in Cyprus and Malta and representative offices in London, Düsseldorf, and Shanghai.
Quick Facts
| Address | Levent Nispetiye Mah. Aytar Cad., No:2 34340 Beşiktaş, Istanbul Google MapsApple MapsYandex Maps |
|---|---|
| District | Beşiktaş |
| Website | garantibbva.com.tr/en |
How to Get to Garanti BBVA
Garanti BBVA operates an extensive network of branches throughout Istanbul and Turkey. The bank designates specific Expat Banking Branches with English-speaking personnel. Find branch and ATM locations via the official website branch finder or by contacting the customer service line at 444 0 333. The headquarters office in Beşiktaş is an administrative center and not typically open to customers for transactions; visit a regular branch for banking services.
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Akmerkez Shopping Mall – about 800 m away (~13 min walk) · typical visit: 2–4 hours4 min on foot from Nispetiye metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Aşiyan Museum – about 1.6 km away (~27 min walk) · typical visit: 1–1.5 hours3 min on foot from Aşiyan metro, Open 09:00–17:00, closed MonMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Ziraat Bank Tower – about 1.7 km away (~27 min walk) · typical visit: 30 minutes to 1 hour8 min on foot from Aşiyan metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metrocity Shopping Mall – about 1.8 km away (~30 min walk) · typical visit: 2–3 hours13 min on foot from Gayrettepe metro, Open daily 10:00–22:00Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Rumeli Fortress – about 1.9 km away (~31 min walk) · typical visit: 1–2 hours7 min on foot from Aşiyan metro, Open 09:00–17:00, closed MonMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Kanyon Shopping Mall – about 1.9 km away (~32 min walk) · typical visit: 2–3 hours13 min on foot from 4. Levent metro, Open daily 10:00–22:00Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near Garanti BBVA
Etilerabout 300 m away (~5 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Nispetiyeabout 1000 m away (~16 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Boğaziçi Üniversitesi – about 1.0 km away (~17 min walk)Open daily 06:00–00:00Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Restaurants and cafes near Garanti BBVA
Nusr-Et Steakhouse Etiler – about 150 m away (~2 min walk)6 min on foot from Etiler metro, Open daily 12:00–00:00Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Arkestra – about 400 m away (~7 min walk)11 min on foot from Etiler metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Sankai by Nagaya – about 950 m away (~16 min walk)12 min on foot from Etiler metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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Taps Bebek – about 1.4 km away (~23 min walk)4 min on foot from Aşiyan metroMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Garanti BBVA
Does Garanti BBVA offer services to foreign visitors and residents?
Yes, the bank offers English online banking, mobile banking, and phone banking services, with English-speaking relationship managers at specified Expat Banking Branches. Foreign nationals must have a Turkish residence permit and ID card to open an account.
What languages does Garanti BBVA use for its digital services?
Garanti BBVA offers English-language online banking, mobile banking, and phone banking services. Customer support is also available in English through dedicated channels.
How is Garanti BBVA regulated and what deposit protection exists?
The bank is supervised by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey. Accounts are insured under the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund (TMSF), though individuals should confirm their coverage eligibility and limits.
Is Garanti BBVA publicly traded?
Yes, Garanti BBVA is listed on the Istanbul Stock Exchange (BİST: GARAN) and the London Stock Exchange.
Where is Garanti BBVA's main office located?
The headquarters is in Beşiktaş, Istanbul. However, the headquarters office handles administration only. For banking transactions, visit a regular branch throughout Istanbul or use digital banking services.
What payment methods and currencies does Garanti BBVA support?
Garanti BBVA provides English ATM menus, USD and EUR deposit and withdrawal via specified ATMs, and supports international payment systems. The bank handles transactions in Turkish lira and foreign currencies depending on the account type and service.
Can I open an account online?
Account opening procedures depend on your residence status, nationality, and the account type. Contact Garanti BBVA directly via the Expat Banking email or phone line for guidance on requirements and online options.
Are international money transfers available?
Garanti BBVA was the first bank in Turkey to join SWIFT's new payment scheme, offering faster international money transfers with upfront fee visibility to the UK, Spain, Australia, the US, and Germany.
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Services listed by the provider
- Retail banking and consumer accounts
- Commercial and corporate banking
- SME banking
- Private banking
- Investment banking and securities trading
- Mortgage and consumer loans
- Credit cards and payment systems
- Deposit accounts and savings
- Investment funds and asset management
- Life insurance and pension services
- Leasing and factoring
- Foreign trade financing
- International money transfers
Languages and customer groups according to the provider
- Turkish
- English
Licence and protection (as stated by the provider)
Garanti BBVA is supervised by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey. Turkish banks are regulated by the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK) and insured under the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund (TMSF); individuals should confirm with the TMSF whether they qualify for coverage and their coverage limit. Regulatory requirements, deposit insurance coverage and account opening procedures change and depend on individual nationality and residence status; check with the bank and the BDDK for current details.
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