IBAN
IBAN in Vatican City
A Vatican City 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
- VA
- Example (electronic)
- VA59001123000012345678
- Example (print)
- VA59 0011 2300 0012 3456 78
- SEPA
- Yes — euro transfers by SEPA
- Bank code
- 3 digits, positions 5–7
Structure, field by field
VA59001123000012345678
| Positions | Field | Length | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | Country code | 2 | letters | VA |
| 3–4 | Check digits | 2 | digits | 59 |
| 5–7 | Bank code | 3 | digits | 001 |
| 8–22 | Account number | 15 | digits | 123000012345678 |
Check or calculate a Vatican City 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 Vatican City →Questions
- How many characters is a Vatican City IBAN?
- 22, always starting with VA. In print it is written in groups of four: VA59 0011 2300 0012 3456 78.
- Can I pay a Vatican City IBAN by SEPA?
- Yes, in euro. Vatican City 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 Vatican City?
See the fee and the exchange rate before you confirm, and the day the money should arrive.