IBAN
IBAN in Hungary
A Hungary IBAN has 28 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 28 characters
- Starts with
- HU
- Example (electronic)
- HU42117730161111101800000000
- Example (print)
- HU42 1177 3016 1111 1018 0000 0000
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code
- 3 digits, positions 5–7
Structure, field by field
HU42117730161111101800000000
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | HU |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 42 |
| 5–7 | Bank code | 3 | digits | 117 |
| 8–11 | Branch code | 4 | digits | 7301 |
| 12–12 | National check digit | 1 | digits | 6 |
| 13–27 | Account number | 15 | digits | 111110180000000 |
| 28–28 | National check digit | 1 | digits | 0 |
Check a Hungary IBAN
We don’t calculate Hungary IBANs: the account number carries a national check digit we don’t compute. Ask the bank for the IBAN, then check it here.
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, ask the bank for the IBAN (or use the calculator above where it is offered), then confirm it with the beneficiary.
Questions
- How many characters is a Hungary IBAN?
- 28, always starting with HU. In print it is written in groups of four: HU42 1177 3016 1111 1018 0000 0000.
- Can I pay a Hungary IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Hungary 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 Hungary?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.
When will it arrive?