IBAN
IBAN in Italy
A Italy 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
- IT
- Example (electronic)
- IT60X0542811101000000123456
- Example (print)
- IT60 X054 2811 1010 0000 0123 456
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code (ABI)
- 5 digits, positions 5–9
Structure, field by field
IT60X0542811101000000123456
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | IT |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 60 |
| 5–5 | National check digit | 1 | letters | X |
| 6–10 | Bank code (ABI) | 5 | digits | 05428 |
| 11–15 | Branch code | 5 | digits | 11101 |
| 16–27 | Account number | 12 | letters or digits | 000000123456 |
Calculate a Italy 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 (abi) 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 Italy IBAN?
- 27, always starting with IT. In print it is written in groups of four: IT60 X054 2811 1010 0000 0123 456.
- Can I pay a Italy IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Italy 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 Italy?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.
When will it arrive?