IBAN in Iceland

To make an IBAN, banks combine local account details into one string of characters. This means you can calculate an IBAN using these account details.

What is the IBAN format in Iceland ?

An IBAN (International Bank Account Number) is an internationally-agreed code made up of up to 34 letters and numbers that helps banks make sure that international transfers are processed correctly.

Each set of characters represents a different detail for your bank account. You can see the breakdown of this IBAN below.

What is the IBAN code in Iceland?

IBAN in Iceland consists of 26 characters:

  • 2 letter country code
  • 2 digit check number
  • 4 characters from the bank's bank code
  • 2 digit code for the bank branch
  • 6 digit code for the bank account number
  • 10 digit code for the identification number

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IBAN example in Iceland IS140159260076545510730339
IBAN in print format IS14 0159 2600 7654 5510 7303 39
Country code IS
Check digits 14
Bank code 0159
Branch code 26
Bank account number 007654
Identification number 5510730339

Do you need an IBAN in Iceland?

Yes. If you’re making – or expecting to receive – an international money transfer to a bank account in Iceland, then just a standard bank account number isn’t enough. If you want your money to arrive quickly and safely, you’ll usually need to give the bank a few extra details, such as an IBAN or SWIFT code.

Banks assign IBANs to each of their accounts to make sure that international transfers are processed correctly.

IBANs contain all of the country, bank, and account details you need to send or receive money internationally. This system is used throughout Europe, and also recognised in some areas of the Middle East, North Africa and the Caribbean.

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