IBAN
IBAN in Saudi Arabia
A Saudi Arabia IBAN has 24 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 24 characters
- Starts with
- SA
- Example (electronic)
- SA0380000000608010167519
- Example (print)
- SA03 8000 0000 6080 1016 7519
- SEPA
- No — SWIFT or local routes
- Bank code
- 2 digits, positions 5–6
Structure, field by field
SA0380000000608010167519
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | SA |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 03 |
| 5–6 | Bank code | 2 | digits | 80 |
| 7–24 | Account number | 18 | letters or digits | 000000608010167519 |
Check or calculate a Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia →Questions
- How many characters is a Saudi Arabia IBAN?
- 24, always starting with SA. In print it is written in groups of four: SA03 8000 0000 6080 1016 7519.
- Can I pay a Saudi Arabia IBAN by SEPA?
- No. Saudi Arabia is outside SEPA: payments go by SWIFT (or a local route), 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 Saudi Arabia?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.