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Mauritius IBAN format
An IBAN from Mauritius has 30 characters and starts with MU. It is not in SEPA.
Layout
MUkk bbbb bbss cccc cccc cccc cccc cc
MU = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · s = branch code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | MU |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-10 | 6 characters |
| Branch code | positions 11-12 | 2 characters |
| Account number | positions 13-30 | 18 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Mauritius?
An IBAN from Mauritius always has 30 characters: the country code MU, 2 check digits and a 26-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Mauritius IBAN is correct?
Check the length (30), that it starts with MU, 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 Mauritius in SEPA?
No. Mauritius 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.