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Iceland IBAN format
An IBAN from Iceland has 26 characters and starts with IS. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
ISkk bbss cccc cccc cccc cccc cc
IS = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | IS |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-6 | 2 characters |
| Branch code | positions 7-8 | 2 characters |
| Account number | positions 9-26 | 18 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Iceland?
An IBAN from Iceland always has 26 characters: the country code IS, 2 check digits and a 22-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Iceland IBAN is correct?
Check the length (26), that it starts with IS, 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 Iceland in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Iceland 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.