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Ireland IBAN format
An IBAN from Ireland has 22 characters and starts with IE. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
IEkk bbbb ssss sscc cccc cc
IE = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | IE |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-8 | 4 characters |
| Branch code | positions 9-14 | 6 characters |
| Account number | positions 15-22 | 8 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Ireland?
An IBAN from Ireland always has 22 characters: the country code IE, 2 check digits and a 18-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Ireland IBAN is correct?
Check the length (22), that it starts with IE, 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 Ireland in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Ireland 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.