IBAN country format
France IBAN Format, Length and Example
Use this guide to understand the standard France IBAN country code, expected length, and example formatting. Examples are for education and testing only; they are not presented as real bank accounts.
Key France IBAN details
- Country
- France
- Country code
- FR
- IBAN length
- 27 characters
- SEPA status
- SEPA country - EU
- BBAN structure
- 23 BBAN characters after the country code and check digits.
France IBAN example
This is an example or test-style value for showing the expected format. It must not be treated as a real account or payment instruction.
- Example IBAN
- FR1420041010050500013M02606
- Print format example
- FR14 2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606
- Digital format example
- FR1420041010050500013M02606
What the format check verifies
- Whether the IBAN starts with the FR country code.
- Whether the IBAN has 27 characters after normalization.
- Whether the value uses allowed letters and digits.
- Whether the MOD97-10 checksum is valid.
What it does not verify
- It does not confirm that the bank account exists.
- It does not confirm account ownership.
- It does not confirm bank connectivity or payment success.
- It does not replace verification with your bank or payee.
France SEPA context
France is listed in the local SEPA country reference data as: SEPA country - EU. Country-level SEPA status does not guarantee that a specific account can receive a payment.
Limitation note
This page explains IBAN format rules only and does not confirm account existence, account ownership, or payment success.
Before using a France IBAN for payment
A structurally valid IBAN can still be wrong for a real transfer. Always verify payment details with the invoice issuer, recipient, bank, or payment provider before sending money.
FAQ
How long is a French IBAN?
A French IBAN has 27 characters.
What country code does a French IBAN use?
French IBANs use the country code FR.
Can a French IBAN contain letters?
Yes. French IBAN examples can include letters in the BBAN part.
Does this example belong to a real account?
No. The example is shown only to explain the expected format.