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France IBAN format
An IBAN from France has 27 characters and starts with FR. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
FRkk bbbb bsss sscc cccc cccc ccc
FR = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | FR |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-9 | 5 characters |
| Branch code | positions 10-14 | 5 characters |
| Account number | positions 15-27 | 13 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in France?
An IBAN from France always has 27 characters: the country code FR, 2 check digits and a 23-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a France IBAN is correct?
Check the length (27), that it starts with FR, 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 France in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to France 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.