IBAN country format
Italy IBAN Format, Length and Example
Use this guide to understand the standard Italy IBAN country code, expected length, and example formatting. Examples are for education and testing only; they are not presented as real bank accounts.
Key Italy IBAN details
- Country
- Italy
- Country code
- IT
- IBAN length
- 27 characters
- SEPA status
- SEPA country - EU
- BBAN structure
- 23 BBAN characters after the country code and check digits.
Italy 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
- IT60X0542811101000000123456
- Print format example
- IT60 X054 2811 1010 0000 0123 456
- Digital format example
- IT60X0542811101000000123456
What the format check verifies
- Whether the IBAN starts with the IT 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.
Italy SEPA context
Italy 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 Italy 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 an Italian IBAN?
An Italian IBAN has 27 characters.
What country code does an Italian IBAN use?
Italian IBANs use the country code IT.
Can an Italian IBAN include a letter after the check digits?
Yes. The Italian BBAN can include a national check character.
Does checksum validation confirm ownership?
No. It only checks format and checksum rules.