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Q: What does a Albania IBAN look like?

A Albania IBAN follows this format: AL47 2121 1009 0000 0002 3569 8741. The first two letters (AL) identify the country, followed by two check digits, then the BBAN.

Q: Is Albania part of SEPA?

No, Albania is not part of SEPA. International transfers to Albania are processed through the SWIFT network.

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Albania IBAN

AL·ALL

The International Bank Account Number (IBAN) for Albania is 28 characters long and is used to identify bank accounts for international transactions via the SWIFT network.

A Albania IBAN begins with the country code AL and two check digits, followed by the 24-character BBAN (Basic Bank Account Number). The Albania BBAN encodes a 3-character bank code, followed by a 4-character branch code, followed by a 1-character national check digit, followed by a 16-character account number. International transfers to Albania are processed in ALL via SWIFT, typically taking 1–3 business days. Always include the full 28-character IBAN together with the bank's BIC/SWIFT code when making or receiving international payments.

IBAN Length

28 chars

Currency

ALL

SEPA

No

Banks

2+

Example IBAN

Electronic format

AL47212110090000000235698741

Print format

AL47 2121 1009 0000 0002 3569 8741

IBAN structure for Albania

A Albania IBAN is 28 characters long and consists of the following components:

Country code

AL

Check digits

47

Bank code

3 chars

Branch code

4 chars

National check digit

1 char

Account number

16 chars

Total length28 characters

BBAN format details

The Basic Bank Account Number (BBAN) is the domestic part of the IBAN, following the country code and check digits. Here is the BBAN validation format for Albania:

Bank code3 characters

^[0-9]{3}

Branch code4 characters

^[0-9]{4}

National check digit1 characters

^[0-9]{1}

Account number16 characters

^[a-zA-Z0-9]{16}

Major banks in Albania

2 banks in Albania that support IBAN-based international transfers:

R

Raiffeisen Bank Sh.a.

I

Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania Sh.a.

Understanding IBAN in Albania

What is the IBAN format in Albania

An IBAN (International Bank Account Number) is an internationally-agreed code made up of up to 34 letters and numbers that helps banks make sure that international transfers are processed correctly. Each set of characters represents a different detail for your bank account. You can see the breakdown of this IBAN below.

What is the IBAN code in Albania

IBAN in Albania consists of 28 characters: 2 letter country code 2 digit check number 3 characters from the bank's bank code 4 digit code for the bank branch 1 digit code for national code 16 digit code for the bank account number

Do you need an IBAN in Albania

Yes. If you’re making – or expecting to receive – an international money transfer to a bank account in Albania, then just a standard bank account number isn’t enough. If you want your money to arrive quickly and safely, you’ll usually need to give the bank a few extra details, such as an IBAN or SWIFT code. Banks assign IBANs to each of their accounts to make sure that international transfers are processed correctly. IBANs contain all of the country, bank, and account details you need to send or receive money internationally. This system is used throughout Europe, and also recognised in some areas of the Middle East, North Africa and the Caribbean.

Frequently asked questions

How many characters is a Albania IBAN?

A Albania IBAN is exactly 28 alphanumeric characters long, starting with the country code "AL" followed by two check digits and the domestic bank account details (BBAN).

What does a Albania IBAN look like?

A Albania IBAN follows this format: AL47 2121 1009 0000 0002 3569 8741. The first two letters (AL) identify the country, followed by two check digits, then a 3-character bank code, and a 4-character branch code, and a 1-character national_check_digit, and a 16-character account number.

Is Albania part of SEPA?

No, Albania is not part of the SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area). International transfers to Albania are processed through the SWIFT network, which may take longer and cost more than SEPA transfers.

How do I find my IBAN in Albania?

You can find your Albania IBAN on your bank statement, in your online banking portal, or by contacting your bank directly. The IBAN is typically printed on the front or back of your bank card in many countries. You can also use our IBAN calculator tool to generate it from your domestic bank details.