IBAN Format in Qatar
29 characters · 3 banks · QAR
How many characters does an IBAN in Qatar have?
An IBAN in Qatar has 29 characters. It starts with the country code QA, then 2 check digits, then 25 characters that hold the bank and account details.
QA58 DOHB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF GQACountry codeQA = Qatar58Check digitsCatch typing mistakesDOHB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF GBank and account details25 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| QNBA | QA58 QNBA 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G |
- Bank codeQNBA
- ExampleQA58 QNBA 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| ARAB | QA58 ARAB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G |
- Bank codeARAB
- ExampleQA58 ARAB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| DOHB | QA58 DOHB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G |
- Bank codeDOHB
- ExampleQA58 DOHB 0000 1234 5678 90AB CDEF G
How IBAN works in Qatar
Banks in Qatar use a 29-character IBAN following the pattern QA## AAAA #### #### #### #### #### #. The country code in every Qatar IBAN is QA, and accounts are denominated in QAR. When sending money into Qatar, 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 Qatar
What is the country code for IBANs in Qatar?
It is QA. Every IBAN in Qatar starts with QA, 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.