IBAN Format in Portugal
25 characters · 2 banks · EUR
How many characters does an IBAN in Portugal have?
An IBAN in Portugal has 25 characters. It starts with the country code PT, then 2 check digits, then 21 characters that hold the bank and account details.
PT50 0002 0123 1234 5678 9015 4| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 0035 | PT50 0035 0000 2000 1234 5670 1 |
- Bank code0035
- ExamplePT50 0035 0000 2000 1234 5670 1
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 0033 | PT50 0033 0000 2000 1234 5670 1 |
- Bank code0033
- ExamplePT50 0033 0000 2000 1234 5670 1
How IBAN works in Portugal
Banks in Portugal use a 25-character IBAN following the pattern PT## #### #### #### #### #### #. The country code in every Portugal IBAN is PT, and accounts are denominated in EUR. When sending money into Portugal, 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 Portugal
What is the country code for IBANs in Portugal?
It is PT. Every IBAN in Portugal starts with PT, 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.