IBAN
IBAN in Switzerland
A Switzerland IBAN has 21 characters. See its structure field by field, a valid example, and check or calculate an IBAN.
At a glance
- Length
- 21 characters
- Starts with
- CH
- Example (electronic)
- CH9300762011623852957
- Example (print)
- CH93 0076 2011 6238 5295 7
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code
- 5 digits, positions 5–9
Structure, field by field
CH9300762011623852957
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | CH |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 93 |
| 5–9 | Bank code | 5 | digits | 00762 |
| 10–21 | Account number | 12 | letters or digits | 011623852957 |
Check or calculate a Switzerland 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 Switzerland →Questions
- How many characters is a Switzerland IBAN?
- 21, always starting with CH. In print it is written in groups of four: CH93 0076 2011 6238 5295 7.
- Can I pay a Switzerland IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Switzerland 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 Switzerland?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.