Sweden IBAN Format
Sweden IBANs are 24 characters and start with SE. 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 Sweden IBAN is built
SwedenIBAN & VAT reference
| Country code | SE |
|---|---|
| IBAN length | 24 characters |
| Example | SE45 5000 0000 0583 9825 7466 |
| SEPA member | Yes |
| VAT prefix | SE |
| VAT / tax number | SE + 12 digits (ends in 01) |
How to check a Sweden 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 SE, is 24 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 Sweden?
A Sweden IBAN is 24 characters long. It starts with the country code "SE", followed by 2 check digits and the BBAN — 3-digit bank code + 16-digit account + 1 check digit. Example structure: SE45 5000 0000 0583 9825 7466 (a sample, not a real account).
How long is a Sweden IBAN?
Exactly 24 characters, including the "SE" country code and the 2 check digits. This length is fixed by the ISO 13616 registry and is the same for every Sweden bank.
What is the VAT number format for Sweden?
Sweden VAT numbers use the prefix "SE": SE + 12 digits (ends in 01). The VAT number is separate from the IBAN — one identifies the business for tax, the other identifies the bank account.
Does this Sweden IBAN checker upload my data?
No. The validator checks the country code, the 24-character length and the MOD-97 checksum entirely in your browser. Nothing you paste is sent anywhere.