IBAN Format in Saudi Arabia
24 characters · 2 banks · SAR
How many characters does an IBAN in Saudi Arabia have?
An IBAN in Saudi Arabia has 24 characters. It starts with the country code SA, then 2 check digits, then 20 characters that hold the bank and account details.
SA03 8000 0000 6080 1016 7519| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 80 | SA03 8000 0000 6080 1016 7519 |
- Bank code80
- ExampleSA03 8000 0000 6080 1016 7519
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| 10 | SA52 1000 0012 3456 7890 1234 |
- Bank code10
- ExampleSA52 1000 0012 3456 7890 1234
How IBAN works in Saudi Arabia
Banks in Saudi Arabia use a 24-character IBAN following the pattern SA## ## #### #### #### ####. The country code in every Saudi Arabia IBAN is SA, and accounts are denominated in SAR. When sending money into Saudi Arabia, 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 Saudi Arabia
What is the country code for IBANs in Saudi Arabia?
It is SA. Every IBAN in Saudi Arabia starts with SA, 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.