IBAN check: Greece

Validate an IBAN from Greece 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 28 bank codes.

IBAN format: Greece

Country codeGR

IBAN length27 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code3 digits

Account number16 characters

Bank codes in database28

Example IBAN: Greece

GR 16 011 0000 0000 1230 0695

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How the IBAN is built in Greece

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in Greece has 27 characters. It starts with the country code GR, followed by two check digits. The BBAN part (Basic Bank Account Number) then holds the bank code (3 digits, positions 5 to 7 of the IBAN) and the account number (16 characters, positions 12 to 27). Between the bank code and the account number there are 4 further characters (for example a branch code or check character).

Finding the BIC for Greece

For Greece our database holds 28 bank codes. When you enter a valid IBAN from Greece, 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 IBANs from Greece

How long is an IBAN from Greece?+

An IBAN from Greece has exactly 27 characters. It always starts with the country code GR, 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 an IBAN from Greece?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We extract the 3-digit bank code and look up the matching BIC in our database of 28 bank codes from Greece. The BIC (also called the SWIFT code) is needed for international transfers.

Can I receive SEPA transfers with an IBAN from Greece?+

Yes. Greece is part of the SEPA area. With a valid IBAN you can send and receive euro transfers across 41 European countries, usually within one business day and on the same terms as domestic transfers.