IBAN Format in Greenland
18 characters · 2 banks · DKK
How many characters does an IBAN in Greenland have?
An IBAN in Greenland has 18 characters. It starts with the country code GL, then 2 check digits, then 14 characters that hold the bank and account details.
GL89 6471 0001 0002 06GLCountry codeGL = Greenland89Check digitsCatch typing mistakes6471 0001 0002 06Bank and account details14 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | GL89 6471 0001 0002 06 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleGL89 6471 0001 0002 06
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | GL89 6471 0001 0002 06 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleGL89 6471 0001 0002 06
How IBAN works in Greenland
Banks in Greenland use a 18-character IBAN following the pattern GL## #### #### #### ##. The country code in every Greenland IBAN is GL, and accounts are denominated in DKK. When sending money into Greenland, 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 Greenland
What is the country code for IBANs in Greenland?
It is GL. Every IBAN in Greenland starts with GL, 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.