IBAN check: Vatican City

Validate an IBAN from Vatican City for free. Our tool checks the 22-character format per ISO 13616, extracts the bank code and finds the BIC/SWIFT code.

IBAN format: Vatican City

Country codeVA

IBAN length22 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code3 digits

Account number15 digits

Example IBAN: Vatican City

VA 59 001 1230 0001 2345 678

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How the IBAN is built in Vatican City

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in Vatican City has 22 characters. It starts with the country code VA, 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 (15 digits, positions 8 to 22).

Validation for Vatican City

For Vatican City we fully validate the IBAN (length, format, Mod-97 check digits) and extract the bank code and account number. BIC lookup is not available for this country yet, but IBAN validation works reliably.

Frequently asked questions about IBANs from Vatican City

How long is an IBAN from Vatican City?+

An IBAN from Vatican City has exactly 22 characters. It always starts with the country code VA, 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 Vatican City?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We validate the format and extract the bank code. For international transfers to Vatican City you need the BIC/SWIFT code, which you can request from your bank or the recipient bank.

Can I receive SEPA transfers with an IBAN from Vatican City?+

Yes. Vatican City 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.