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Saudi Arabia IBAN format
An IBAN from Saudi Arabia has 24 characters and starts with SA. It is not in SEPA.
Layout
SAkk bbcc cccc cccc cccc cccc
SA = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | SA |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-6 | 2 characters |
| Account number | positions 7-24 | 18 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Saudi Arabia?
An IBAN from Saudi Arabia always has 24 characters: the country code SA, 2 check digits and a 20-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Saudi Arabia IBAN is correct?
Check the length (24), that it starts with SA, 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 Saudi Arabia in SEPA?
No. Saudi Arabia 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.