More Than a Bank
Ziraat Bank International AG is a commercial bank operating under German law, with a legacy dating back to 1964. Positioned as a niche player in the banking sector, the Bank benefits from the unique support of its parent institution, T.C. Ziraat Bankası A.Ş., Türkiye’s largest state-owned bank.
In response to evolving market conditions and customer needs, T.C. Ziraat Bankası A.Ş. established its first fully licensed branch in Frankfurt in 1988, completing the transformation of its representative offices into full-service branches.
Recognizing the growing number of Turkish-origin entrepreneurs in Germany and the expanding trade relations between Türkiye and Germany, Ziraat Bank International AG was founded in Frankfurt in 2001 as a wholly owned subsidiary of T.C. Ziraat Bankası A.Ş. The newly established entity assumed the assets and liabilities of the existing branches and merged with Deutsch-Türkische Bank AG, a former subsidiary also based in Frankfurt.
Today, Ziraat Bank International AG operates as a universal bank through its Head Office in Frankfurt and seven branches located in Berlin, Duisburg, Hamburg, Hannover, Cologne, and Munich.
The Bank focuses on providing short- and medium-term financing to corporate and retail clients, offering savings products, clearing local currency transfers for correspondent banks, facilitating international money transfers for retail customers, and handling documentary collection services.
In addition, the Bank offers online banking solutions tailored to the needs of its retail customers.
Today, Ziraat Bank International AG has 7 branches, located in Berlin, Duisburg, Frankfurt a.M., Hamburg, Hannover, Cologne and Munich
Vision
To become a prominent financial services provider in Europe, leveraging over 60 years of regional experience and the synergy and support of its parent bank.
Mission
To create value not only for its shareholder but also for the Turkish, German, and Eurozone economies by supporting business activities, financing cross-border trade, and contributing to job creation.
Ziraat Bank International AG also holds a 1.08% stake in Azer-Türk Bank OJSC, based in Baku.