IBAN Format in Bosnia and Herzegovina
20 characters · 3 banks · BAM
How many characters does an IBAN in Bosnia and Herzegovina have?
An IBAN in Bosnia and Herzegovina has 20 characters. It starts with the country code BA, then 2 check digits, then 16 characters that hold the bank and account details.
BA39 1290 0794 0102 8494| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | BA39 1290 0794 0102 8494 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleBA39 1290 0794 0102 8494
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | BA39 1290 0794 0102 8494 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleBA39 1290 0794 0102 8494
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | BA39 1290 0794 0102 8494 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleBA39 1290 0794 0102 8494
How IBAN works in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banks in Bosnia and Herzegovina use a 20-character IBAN following the pattern BA## #### #### #### ####. The country code in every Bosnia and Herzegovina IBAN is BA, and accounts are denominated in BAM. When sending money into Bosnia and Herzegovina, always run the IBAN through validation (above) and confirm it with the recipient — a single wrong digit can route the payment to the wrong account.
Common questions about IBANs in Bosnia and Herzegovina
What is the country code for IBANs in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
It is BA. Every IBAN in Bosnia and Herzegovina starts with BA, followed by 2 check digits.
Where do I find my IBAN?
In your online banking or banking app, on a bank statement, or by asking your bank. Copy it exactly as shown.
Does a correct-looking IBAN prove the account exists?
No. A correct format only means the length and check digits fit. It does not prove the account exists or belongs to the right person. Confirm the details with the person you are paying before you send money.