Özyeğin University, Çekmeköy Campus Nişantepe District, Orman Street, 34794 Çekmeköy - İSTANBUL
Phone : +90 (216) 564 90 00
Fax : +90 (216) 564 99 99
E-mail: info@ozyegin.edu.tr

Banking
Banking
Banking
Opening a bank account in Turkey is essential for managing your finances as a student. Major banks such as Garanti BBVA, Akbank, İşbank, and Ziraat Bankası offer services in English and have branches across Istanbul. To open an account, you will need your residence permit, student certificate, tax number, and address documents. It is advisable to choose a bank with an ATM on campus for your convenience.
Most banks offer mobile banking apps that make managing finances easy. Additionally, international money transfer services like Western Union and Wise can be used to receive funds from abroad. Be sure to check if your bank provides student benefits, such as lower fees or discounted transaction rates. Carrying some cash is also recommended, as smaller businesses and local markets may not accept card payments.
For Ozyegin University students, Fibabanka on campus provides an easy route for students to open their bank accounts without having to wait for their residence permits. To open an account in Fibabanka, all you need is your passport, tax number, address documents, and a valid Turkish phone number.