IBAN Format in Egypt
29 characters · 3 banks · EGP
How many characters does an IBAN in Egypt have?
An IBAN in Egypt has 29 characters. It starts with the country code EG, then 2 check digits, then 25 characters that hold the bank and account details.
EG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2EGCountry codeEG = Egypt38Check digitsCatch typing mistakes0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2Bank and account details25 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | EG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleEG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | EG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleEG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | EG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleEG38 0019 0005 0000 0000 2631 8000 2
How IBAN works in Egypt
Banks in Egypt use a 29-character IBAN following the pattern EG## #### #### #### #### #### ####C. The country code in every Egypt IBAN is EG, and accounts are denominated in EGP. When sending money into Egypt, 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 Egypt
What is the country code for IBANs in Egypt?
It is EG. Every IBAN in Egypt starts with EG, 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.