Switzerland IBAN Format
Switzerland IBANs are 21 characters and start with CH. 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 Switzerland IBAN is built
SwitzerlandIBAN & VAT reference
| Country code | CH |
|---|---|
| IBAN length | 21 characters |
| Example | CH93 0076 2011 6238 5295 7 |
| SEPA member | Yes |
| VAT prefix | CHE |
| VAT / tax number | CHE + 9 digits + MWST/TVA/IVA |
How to check a Switzerland 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 CH, is 21 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 Switzerland?
A Switzerland IBAN is 21 characters long. It starts with the country code "CH", followed by 2 check digits and the BBAN — 5-digit bank code + 12-char account number. Example structure: CH93 0076 2011 6238 5295 7 (a sample, not a real account).
How long is a Switzerland IBAN?
Exactly 21 characters, including the "CH" country code and the 2 check digits. This length is fixed by the ISO 13616 registry and is the same for every Switzerland bank.
What is the VAT number format for Switzerland?
Switzerland VAT numbers use the prefix "CHE": CHE + 9 digits + MWST/TVA/IVA. The VAT number is separate from the IBAN — one identifies the business for tax, the other identifies the bank account.
Does this Switzerland IBAN checker upload my data?
No. The validator checks the country code, the 21-character length and the MOD-97 checksum entirely in your browser. Nothing you paste is sent anywhere.