As one of the consolidated institutions in the financial market of Kosovo, Banka Ekonomike JSC with 100% local capital has built over two decades of experience, stability and mutual trust with thousands of individual clients, businesses and institutional partners.
Today, we are honored to share with the public an important development: Banka Ekonomike JSC has reached an agreement, with the approval of the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo, for the acquisition of the assets and liabilities of the Kosovo branch of Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş.—an institution with a strong international reputation and a proven track record in financial service.
This step aligns with the strategic vision of Banka Ekonomike JSC and marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to grow and further strengthen our presence in the domestic financial market.
At a time when the dynamics of the banking sector require flexibility, capacity and a developed approach to innovation, Banka Ekonomike JSC is once again proving its commitment to the mission and vision of being the best financial partner of all clients, supporting and aligning itself in all activities that contribute to the economic growth and development of Kosovo.
This transition will be carried out with the utmost care and high professionalism, with the aim of making the process as smooth and secure as possible for the clients and partners of Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş. We are committed to ensuring a warm welcome and uninterrupted continuation of services, delivered with the highest standard of care.
Full and professional coordination between Banka Ekonomike JSC and Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş. has begun and is continuing with full transparency and supervised by regulatory authorities.
With an extensive network of branches across Kosovo, a team of qualified professionals, a broad portfolio of products and services, and proven experience in the local market, we are dedicated to delivering tailored financial solutions for every client—individual or business. Banka Ekonomike JSC is a financial institution that understands the needs of the market and clients.
We see this step as an opportunity to further expand our positive impact on the economy, to strengthen ties with existing clients and to welcome all new clients with dedication.
Banka Ekonomike expresses special gratitude to the shareholders and their continued trust in supporting the necessary resources during this process that makes the growth and sustainability of the institution possible and easier.
We are also grateful to the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo for its professional approach and fairness during this process, while duly acknowledging the staff of Banka Ekonomike JSC and Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş. in Kosovo for their professionalism and support during the transition phases.
This is a new chapter for cooperation, growth and better service.
On behalf of Banka Ekonomike JSC, we thank Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş. for their fair cooperation and the role it has played in the banking sector of Kosovo. This cooperation is a positive example of the transfer of responsibility from an international institution to a local bank that has the capacity and vision to carry forward this legacy.
For any additional information, clients and interested parties can contact us through our official communication channels. We invite you to visit our branches, write to us at our official email address, contact our Call Center at 038 500 500, 0800 50000 (toll-free), or visit our branches in Prishtina and Prizren.
Place: Prishtina
Date: 30/07/2025
Banka Ekonomike