IBAN Format in Brazil
29 characters · 2 banks · BRL
How many characters does an IBAN in Brazil have?
An IBAN in Brazil has 29 characters. It starts with the country code BR, then 2 check digits, then 25 characters that hold the bank and account details.
BR97 0036 0305 0000 1000 9795 493P 1BRCountry codeBR = Brazil97Check digitsCatch typing mistakes0036 0305 0000 1000 9795 493P 1Bank and account details25 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 00360305 | BR97 0036 0305 0000 1000 9795 493P 1 |
- Bank code00360305
- ExampleBR97 0036 0305 0000 1000 9795 493P 1
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 60701190 | BR15 0000 0000 0000 1093 2840 814P 2 |
- Bank code60701190
- ExampleBR15 0000 0000 0000 1093 2840 814P 2
How IBAN works in Brazil
Banks in Brazil use a 29-character IBAN following the pattern BR## #### #### #### #### #### ###C #. The country code in every Brazil IBAN is BR, and accounts are denominated in BRL. When sending money into Brazil, 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 Brazil
What is the country code for IBANs in Brazil?
It is BR. Every IBAN in Brazil starts with BR, 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.