IBAN Codes Guide
Complete guide to International Bank Account Numbers (IBAN). Learn about IBAN format, validation, and usage for international transfers.
Find Banking CodesIBAN (International Bank Account Number) is a standardized international numbering system developed to identify bank accounts across countries. It's primarily used in Europe and other participating countries for international money transfers.
SEPA Transfers
Single Euro Payments Area transactions
International Transfers
Cross-border payments within IBAN countries
Error Reduction
Built-in validation reduces transfer errors
Standardized Format
Consistent format across participating countries
Position 1-2
Country Code
GB
Position 3-4
Check Digits
29
Position 5+
Bank Account Number
NWBK60161331926819
Example: GB29 NWBK 6016 1331 9268 19
United Kingdom
GB29 NWBK 6016 1331 9268 19
22 characters
Germany
DE89 3704 0044 0532 0130 00
22 characters
France
FR14 2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606
27 characters
Spain
ES91 2100 0418 4502 0005 1332
24 characters
Italy
IT60 X054 2811 1010 0000 0123 456
27 characters
Netherlands
NL91 ABNA 0417 1643 00
18 characters
Note
These are example formats only. Always use the actual IBAN provided by your bank for transactions.
What is an IBAN code?
IBAN (International Bank Account Number) is an internationally standardized bank account number format used to identify bank accounts across countries, primarily in Europe and other participating countries.
Do US banks use IBAN codes?
No, US banks do not use IBAN codes. Instead, they use routing numbers for domestic transfers and SWIFT codes for international transfers.
How do I validate an IBAN?
IBAN validation involves checking the country code, length, and performing a modulo-97 check on the check digits. Many online tools can validate IBANs automatically.
What's the difference between IBAN and SWIFT?
IBAN identifies a specific bank account, while SWIFT identifies the bank itself. Both may be needed for international transfers to IBAN countries.
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