How long does it take to get a bank card in Batumi, and what are TBC and Credo Bank branch hours?

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TL;DR

Recent reports suggest that applying at a central Batumi bank branch can take up to an hour, while a cash deposit at the counter takes about five minutes. Check the hours of the specific TBC or Credo Bank branch before visiting, especially on public holidays.

What the community said

Credo Bank branches near McDonald’s in Batumi may operate on different hours during public holidays. Map listings can be outdated, so confirm the schedule for that specific branch before going.

Credo Bank near McDonald’s

For a TBC card, visit a branch directly and confirm which days it serves customers and issues cards, as schedules can differ between branches.

TBC Bank

One report from central Batumi says applications have been approved more readily since May, and a branch visit for the process usually takes no more than an hour.

up to 1 hour at the branch

For a cash deposit, using your bank’s teller counter is the simpler option and takes around five minutes. TBC ATMs near branches may also work, but were described as less straightforward.

TBC Bank; about 5 minutes

At some branches, effective customer service may be concentrated roughly between 10:00 and 15:00 even if broader banking hours are listed. For an urgent visit, go in the morning.

10:00–15:00