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Egypt IBAN format
An IBAN from Egypt has 29 characters and starts with EG. It is not in SEPA.
Layout
EGkk bbbb ssss cccc cccc cccc cccc c
EG = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | EG |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-8 | 4 characters |
| Branch code | positions 9-12 | 4 characters |
| Account number | positions 13-29 | 17 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Egypt?
An IBAN from Egypt always has 29 characters: the country code EG, 2 check digits and a 25-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Egypt IBAN is correct?
Check the length (29), that it starts with EG, 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 Egypt in SEPA?
No. Egypt 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.