Türkiye Garanti Bankası A.Ş., commonly branded as Garanti BBVA, is one of Turkey’s largest private banks. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Istanbul, the bank offers a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to retail, commercial and institutional customers. Its core offerings include deposit accounts, payment services, consumer and mortgage lending, credit cards, and treasury operations.
In 2011, Spain’s Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) acquired a majority stake in Garanti, integrating advanced international banking practices and digital capabilities into its operations. The bank is overseen by a board of directors and an executive management team that guides its strategic direction and ensures adherence to regulations set by the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency of Turkey.
Beyond traditional banking, Garanti BBVA provides investment and asset management solutions, pension and insurance products, as well as leasing and factoring services through dedicated subsidiaries. Its award-winning digital platforms deliver internet and mobile banking to millions of users, supported by ongoing investments in fintech innovation and cybersecurity.
Garanti BBVA maintains an extensive branch network across Turkey and has established subsidiaries or representative offices in select European and Caucasus markets. The bank emphasizes sustainability and corporate social responsibility, with environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and community engagement programs that reinforce its commitment to long-term value creation in the Turkish financial sector.
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