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Belarus IBAN format
An IBAN from Belarus has 28 characters and starts with BY. It is not in SEPA.
Layout
BYkk bbbb cccc cccc cccc cccc cccc
BY = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | BY |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-8 | 4 characters |
| Account number | positions 9-28 | 20 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Belarus?
An IBAN from Belarus always has 28 characters: the country code BY, 2 check digits and a 24-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Belarus IBAN is correct?
Check the length (28), that it starts with BY, 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 Belarus in SEPA?
No. Belarus is not in the SEPA scheme, so transfers usually go as international (SWIFT) payments; the IBAN is still used.
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.