IBAN
IBAN in Kazakhstan
A Kazakhstan IBAN has 20 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 20 characters
- Starts with
- KZ
- Example (electronic)
- KZ86125KZT5004100100
- Example (print)
- KZ86 125K ZT50 0410 0100
- SEPA
- No — payments go by SWIFT
- Bank code
- 3 digits, positions 5–7
Structure, field by field
KZ86125KZT5004100100
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | KZ |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 86 |
| 5–7 | Bank code | 3 | digits | 125 |
| 8–20 | Account number | 13 | letters or digits | KZT5004100100 |
Calculate a Kazakhstan 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, 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 Kazakhstan IBAN?
- 20, always starting with KZ. In print it is written in groups of four: KZ86 125K ZT50 0410 0100.
- Can I pay a Kazakhstan IBAN by SEPA?
- No. Kazakhstan is outside SEPA: payments go by SWIFT, and you need the bank’s SWIFT/BIC code with the IBAN.
- 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 Kazakhstan?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.
When will it arrive?