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Luxembourg IBAN format
An IBAN from Luxembourg has 20 characters and starts with LU. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
LUkk bbbc cccc cccc cccc
LU = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | LU |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-7 | 3 characters |
| Account number | positions 8-20 | 13 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Luxembourg?
An IBAN from Luxembourg always has 20 characters: the country code LU, 2 check digits and a 16-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Luxembourg IBAN is correct?
Check the length (20), that it starts with LU, 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 Luxembourg in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Luxembourg 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.