IBAN check: Italy

Validate an IBAN from Italy 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 464 bank codes.

IBAN format: Italy

Country codeIT

IBAN length27 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code5 digits

Account number12 characters

Bank codes in database464

Example IBAN: Italy

IT 60 0542 8 0000 0012 3456

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How the IBAN is built in Italy

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in Italy has 27 characters. It starts with the country code IT, followed by two check digits. The BBAN part (Basic Bank Account Number) then holds the bank code (5 digits, positions 6 to 10 of the IBAN) and the account number (12 characters, positions 16 to 27). Between the bank code and the account number there are 5 further characters (for example a branch code or check character).

Finding the BIC for Italy

For Italy our database holds 464 bank codes. When you enter a valid IBAN from Italy, 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 Italy

How long is an IBAN from Italy?+

An IBAN from Italy has exactly 27 characters. It always starts with the country code IT, 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 Italy?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We extract the 5-digit bank code and look up the matching BIC in our database of 464 bank codes from Italy. The BIC (also called the SWIFT code) is needed for international transfers.

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

Yes. Italy 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.