IBAN
IBAN in Ireland
A Ireland IBAN has 22 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 22 characters
- Starts with
- IE
- Example (electronic)
- IE29AIBK93115212345678
- Example (print)
- IE29 AIBK 9311 5212 3456 78
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code
- 4 letters, positions 5–8
Structure, field by field
IE29AIBK93115212345678
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | IE |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 29 |
| 5–8 | Bank code | 4 | letters | AIBK |
| 9–14 | Sort code | 6 | digits | 931152 |
| 15–22 | Account number | 8 | digits | 12345678 |
Check or calculate a Ireland 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 Ireland →Questions
- How many characters is a Ireland IBAN?
- 22, always starting with IE. In print it is written in groups of four: IE29 AIBK 9311 5212 3456 78.
- Can I pay a Ireland IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Ireland 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 Ireland?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.