IBAN
IBAN in Greece
A Greece IBAN has 27 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 27 characters
- Starts with
- GR
- Example (electronic)
- GR1601101250000000012300695
- Example (print)
- GR16 0110 1250 0000 0001 2300 695
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code
- 3 digits, positions 5–7
Structure, field by field
GR1601101250000000012300695
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | GR |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 16 |
| 5–7 | Bank code | 3 | digits | 011 |
| 8–11 | Branch code | 4 | digits | 0125 |
| 12–27 | Account number | 16 | letters or digits | 0000000012300695 |
Check or calculate a Greece IBAN
Where to find it
On the account holder’s bank statement, in their online or mobile banking under account details, or on the invoice of a supplier who wants to be paid by transfer. If you only have the bank code and account number, the calculator above builds the IBAN — but confirm the result with the beneficiary.
SWIFT codes for banks in Greece →Questions
- How many characters is a Greece IBAN?
- 27, always starting with GR. In print it is written in groups of four: GR16 0110 1250 0000 0001 2300 695.
- Can I pay a Greece IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Greece is in the SEPA area, so a euro transfer to this IBAN needs no SWIFT code and usually arrives the same or next business day.
- Does a valid IBAN mean the account exists?
- No. The check digits prove the number is well-formed, which catches almost every typo. Only the beneficiary’s bank can confirm the account is open and in their name.
Paying an IBAN in Greece?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.