IBAN
Greece uses IBAN as the primary bank account identifier for domestic and international transfers. Greek IBANs are 27 characters long and include a 3-digit bank code and a 4-digit branch code. DIAS (Interbanking Systems SA) operates the domestic clearing infrastructure.
At a glance
Country
Greece
Identifier
IBAN
Format
27 characters
Used for
Domestic transfers
Format breakdown
GR
Country
1–2
Country code
16
Check Digits
3–4
Checksum validation
011
Bank Code
5–7
Institution (e.g. 011 = National Bank of Greece)
0125
Branch Code
8–11
Branch identifier
0000000012300695
Account
12–27
Account number
How it works
The Greek IBAN contains the country code (GR), 2 check digits, a 3-digit bank code, a 4-digit branch code, and a 16-digit account number. DIAS handles interbank clearing and settlement for all domestic electronic payments.
Where to find yours
In your online banking app (e-banking), on your bank statement, or on your bank passbook. Greek IBANs start with GR.
Payment systems in Greece
| System | Speed | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DIAS Instant | Under 10 seconds | Instant euro transfers between Greek banks, 24/7 |
| SEPA Credit Transfer | 1 business day | Standard euro transfers within the eurozone |
| DIAS Credit Transfer | Same day | Domestic clearing for batch payments and direct debits |
Major banks in Greece
Good to know
Greek IBANs are 27 characters: GR + 2 check digits + 3-digit bank + 4-digit branch + 16-digit account.
Key bank codes: 011 = National Bank, 014 = Alpha, 017 = Piraeus, 026 = Eurobank.
All domestic and eurozone transfers use IBAN under SEPA rules — separate bank codes are no longer needed.
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