Germany IBAN Format
Germany IBANs are 22 characters and start with DE. Paste one below to check its length and MOD-97 checksum.
Enter an IBAN to check its country, length and MOD-97 checksum.
Note This checks that the IBAN is well-formed — correct country, correct length and a valid checksum. It cannot confirm that the account actually exists or belongs to a particular person. Always confirm payment details with the recipient.
How a Germany IBAN is built
GermanyIBAN & VAT reference
| Country code | DE |
|---|---|
| IBAN length | 22 characters |
| Example | DE89 3704 0044 0532 0130 00 |
| SEPA member | Yes |
| VAT prefix | DE |
| VAT / tax number | DE + 9 digits |
How to check a Germany IBAN
- 01 Paste the IBAN into the box above — spaces and lower-case are fine, they are normalised for you.
- 02 The checker confirms it starts with DE, is 22 characters, and passes the MOD-97 checksum.
- 03 A valid IBAN is shown formatted in groups of four; any failed check is called out so you know what to fix.
Frequently asked questions
What is the IBAN format for Germany?
A Germany IBAN is 22 characters long. It starts with the country code "DE", followed by 2 check digits and the BBAN — 8-digit bank code (bankleitzahl) + 10-digit account number. Example structure: DE89 3704 0044 0532 0130 00 (a sample, not a real account).
How long is a Germany IBAN?
Exactly 22 characters, including the "DE" country code and the 2 check digits. This length is fixed by the ISO 13616 registry and is the same for every Germany bank.
What is the VAT number format for Germany?
Germany VAT numbers use the prefix "DE": DE + 9 digits. The VAT number is separate from the IBAN — one identifies the business for tax, the other identifies the bank account.
Does this Germany IBAN checker upload my data?
No. The validator checks the country code, the 22-character length and the MOD-97 checksum entirely in your browser. Nothing you paste is sent anywhere.