IBAN Validator

For international payments, an IBAN is almost always required to complete money transfers. IBAN stands for International Bank Account Number, and is an international standard that is used to identify the bank. The IBAN contains the bank account number as well as some other information that is used to accurately identify the correct bank and bank account. IBANs start with two letters, followed by two digits, and then up to 30 alphanumeric characters, depending on the country.

Important: If even one digit in the IBAN is incorrect, the payment may not be processed.

Using the IBAN Validation tool, you can check the accuracy of the IBAN that was provided by the client.

To validate an IBAN

  1. On the Bank Account Information page, click the Down arrow icon down arrow beside IBAN VALIDATOR.
  2. In the IBAN field, enter the IBAN.
    By default, the IBAN field displays the first two letters of the IBAN, which represent the country. For example, if the beneficiary is in Italy, the IBAN field displays IT, the country code for Italy. The counter below the field indicates how many characters you need to enter. As you start entering the rest of the IBAN, the counter shows you how many of the required number of characters you have already entered.
    Note: Do not include spaces when you enter the IBAN in this field.
  3. Click VALIDATE to check that the IBAN number you entered is valid.
    If the IBAN is valid, you will see a green check in the IBAN field, as well as the associated bank's details.

    IBAN Validator showing a check beside the IBAN to indicate that it is valid
  4. Verify that the associated bank details are correct, and then click CONFIRM to apply the displayed information.
    The BANK DETAILS section is automatically populated with the bank's details.

If the IBAN did not pass validation

If the IBAN you entered did not pass, the IBAN VALIDATOR may suggest a Recommended IBAN. Review the displayed details to determine if this is the correct IBAN.

IBAN Validator recommendation

To use the Recommended IBAN, copy and paste it into the IBAN field, click VALIDATE, and then click CONFIRM. The BANK DETAILS section is automatically populated with the information from the recommended IBAN.

Important: If the recommended IBAN is not correct, you will need to consult with your customer to get the correct IBAN.