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Albania IBAN format
An IBAN from Albania has 28 characters and starts with AL. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
ALkk bbbs sssc cccc cccc cccc cccc
AL = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | AL |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-7 | 3 characters |
| Branch code | positions 8-11 | 4 characters |
| Account number | positions 12-28 | 17 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Albania?
An IBAN from Albania always has 28 characters: the country code AL, 2 check digits and a 24-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Albania IBAN is correct?
Check the length (28), that it starts with AL, and the mod-97 check digits. Our free IBAN checker does all three in one step and shows the bank when it is known.
Is Albania in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Albania IBANs can go as SEPA credit transfers.
Does a valid IBAN mean the account exists?
No. The check proves the number is well formed and the check digits match. Only the bank can confirm that the account is open and whose it is.