IBAN Format in Costa Rica
22 characters · 3 banks · CRC
How many characters does an IBAN in Costa Rica have?
An IBAN in Costa Rica has 22 characters. It starts with the country code CR, then 2 check digits, then 18 characters that hold the bank and account details.
CR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66CRCountry codeCR = Costa Rica05Check digitsCatch typing mistakes0152 0200 1026 2840 66Bank and account details18 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | CR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleCR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | CR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleCR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | CR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleCR05 0152 0200 1026 2840 66
How IBAN works in Costa Rica
Banks in Costa Rica use a 22-character IBAN following the pattern CR## #### #### #### #### ##. The country code in every Costa Rica IBAN is CR, and accounts are denominated in CRC. When sending money into Costa Rica, 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 Costa Rica
What is the country code for IBANs in Costa Rica?
It is CR. Every IBAN in Costa Rica starts with CR, 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.