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Belgium IBAN format
An IBAN from Belgium has 16 characters and starts with BE. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
BEkk bbbc cccc cccc
BE = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | BE |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-7 | 3 characters |
| Account number | positions 8-16 | 9 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Belgium?
An IBAN from Belgium always has 16 characters: the country code BE, 2 check digits and a 12-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Belgium IBAN is correct?
Check the length (16), that it starts with BE, 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 Belgium in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Belgium 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.