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Vatican City IBAN format
An IBAN from Vatican City has 22 characters and starts with VA. It is a SEPA country.
Layout
VAkk bbbc cccc cccc cccc cc
VA = country code · k = check digits · b = bank code · c = account number
| Part | Where | What |
|---|---|---|
| Country code | positions 1-2 | VA |
| Check digits | positions 3-4 | 2 digits (mod 97) |
| Bank code | positions 5-7 | 3 characters |
| Account number | positions 8-22 | 15 characters |
Questions
How many characters is an IBAN in Vatican City?
An IBAN from Vatican City always has 22 characters: the country code VA, 2 check digits and a 18-character national account number (BBAN).
How do I know a Vatican City IBAN is correct?
Check the length (22), that it starts with VA, 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 Vatican City in SEPA?
Yes. Euro transfers to Vatican City 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.