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Cyprus IBAN format
An IBAN from Cyprus has 28 characters and starts with CY. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
CYkk bbbs ssss cccc cccc cccc cccc
CY = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | CY |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-7 | 3 characters |
| Branch code | positions 8-12 | 5 characters |
| Account number | positions 13-28 | 16 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Cyprus?
An IBAN from Cyprus always has 28 characters: the country code CY, 2 check digits and a 24-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Cyprus IBAN is correct?
Check the length (28), that it starts with CY, 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 Cyprus in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Cyprus 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.