IBAN check: Ireland

Validate an IBAN from Ireland for free. Our tool checks the 22-character format per ISO 13616, extracts the bank code and finds the BIC/SWIFT code from our database of 226 bank codes.

IBAN format: Ireland

Country codeIE

IBAN length22 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code4 characters

Account number8 digits

Bank codes in database226

Example IBAN: Ireland

IE 29 AIBK 1234 5678

Country code Check digits Bank code Account number

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How the IBAN is built in Ireland

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in Ireland has 22 characters. It starts with the country code IE, followed by two check digits. The BBAN part (Basic Bank Account Number) then holds the bank code (4 characters, positions 5 to 8 of the IBAN) and the account number (8 digits, positions 15 to 22). Between the bank code and the account number there are 6 further characters (for example a branch code or check character).

Finding the BIC for Ireland

For Ireland our database holds 226 bank codes. When you enter a valid IBAN from Ireland, 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 Ireland

How long is an IBAN from Ireland?+

An IBAN from Ireland has exactly 22 characters. It always starts with the country code IE, followed by two check digits and the 18-character BBAN holding the bank code and account number.

How do I find the BIC/SWIFT code for an IBAN from Ireland?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We extract the 4-character bank code and look up the matching BIC in our database of 226 bank codes from Ireland. The BIC (also called the SWIFT code) is needed for international transfers.

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

Yes. Ireland 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.