IBAN check: France

Validate a France IBAN for free. Our tool checks the 27-character format per ISO 13616, extracts the bank code and finds the BIC/SWIFT code from our database of 237 banks.

IBAN format: France

Country codeFR

IBAN length27 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code5 digits

Account number11 digits

Banks in DB237

Example IBAN: France

FR 76 3000 6 1234 5678 901

Country code Check digits Bank code Account number

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How the IBAN is built in France

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in France has 27 characters. It starts with the country code FR, followed by two check digits. The BBAN part (Basic Bank Account Number) then holds the bank code (5 digits, positions 5 to 9 of the IBAN) and the account number (11 digits, positions 15 to 25). Between the bank code and the account number there are 5 further digits (for example a branch code or check character).

Finding the BIC for France

For France our database holds 237 banks. When you enter a valid France IBAN, we automatically find the BIC/SWIFT code and the bank name. For smaller or newer institutions there may be no entry; the IBAN is still valid in that case.

Frequently asked questions about France IBANs

How long is a France IBAN?+

A France IBAN has exactly 27 characters. It always starts with the country code FR, followed by two check digits and the 23-character BBAN holding the bank code and account number.

How do I find the BIC/SWIFT code for a France IBAN?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We extract the 5-digit bank code and look up the matching BIC in our database of 237 banks from France. The BIC (also called the SWIFT code) is needed for international transfers.

Can I receive SEPA transfers with a France IBAN?+

Yes. France is part of the SEPA area. With a valid IBAN you can send and receive euro transfers across 36 European countries, usually within one business day and on the same terms as domestic transfers.