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Palestine IBAN format
An IBAN from Palestine has 29 characters and starts with PS. It is not in SEPA.
Layout
PSkk bbbb cccc cccc cccc cccc cccc c
PS = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | PS |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-8 | 4 characters |
| Account number | positions 9-29 | 21 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Palestine?
An IBAN from Palestine always has 29 characters: the country code PS, 2 check digits and a 25-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Palestine IBAN is correct?
Check the length (29), that it starts with PS, 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 Palestine in SEPA?
No. Palestine 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.