IBAN Format in France
27 characters · 4 banks · EUR
How many characters does an IBAN in France have?
An IBAN in France has 27 characters. It starts with the country code FR, then 2 check digits, then 23 characters that hold the bank and account details.
FR14 2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606FRCountry codeFR = France14Check digitsCatch typing mistakes2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606Bank and account details23 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 30004 | FR76 3000 4000 0300 0123 4567 890 |
- Bank code30004
- ExampleFR76 3000 4000 0300 0123 4567 890
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 18206 | FR76 1820 6000 2000 0123 4567 890 |
- Bank code18206
- ExampleFR76 1820 6000 2000 0123 4567 890
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 30003 | FR76 3000 3000 0000 0123 4567 890 |
- Bank code30003
- ExampleFR76 3000 3000 0000 0123 4567 890
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 20041 | FR14 2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606 |
- Bank code20041
- ExampleFR14 2004 1010 0505 0001 3M02 606
How IBAN works in France
Banks in France use a 27-character IBAN following the pattern FR## #### #### #### #### #### ###. The country code in every France IBAN is FR, and accounts are denominated in EUR. When sending money into France, 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 France
What is the country code for IBANs in France?
It is FR. Every IBAN in France starts with FR, 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.