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Italy IBAN: format, length and checker

A Italy IBAN starts with IT and has 27 characters. Italy is part of SEPA.

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Structure

Country codeIT (2 letters)
Check digits2 digits (mod-97)
National account number (BBAN)23 characters
Total length27
SEPAyes

Check IBANs automatically

The IBAN check API validates IBANs for invoicing, payout and onboarding flows (0.001 USDC per call), and names the bank for Dutch IBANs. Pair it with the company check and sanctions screening.

Questions

How many characters does a Italy IBAN have?

27 characters: the country code IT, two check digits, and a 23-character national account number (BBAN).

Is Italy in SEPA?

Yes, Italy is in the Single Euro Payments Area, so euro transfers use SEPA credit transfers.

Does a valid checksum mean the account exists?

No. The mod-97 checksum catches typos; it does not confirm the account or its holder. In the Netherlands, your bank's name check (Verificatie van Betalingsontvanger) matches the holder.