Azerbaijan IBAN at a Glance
| Country | Azerbaijan (AZ) |
| Length | 28 characters |
| Structure (after AZ + check digits) | 4a bank, 20c account |
| Example IBAN | AZ21 NABZ 0000 0000 1370 1000 1944 |
| SEPA member | No |
The example above is the published ISO registry sample for Azerbaijan. It passes checksum validation but is not a real account.
How to Read an Azerbaijan IBAN
Every IBAN starts the same way: the first two letters are the country code (AZ) and the next two digits are the mod-97 check digits, computed over the entire number. What follows is Azerbaijan's domestic account format: 4a bank, 20c account.
For an international transfer to Azerbaijan you will typically need this IBAN plus the bank's SWIFT/BIC code. You can browse every SWIFT code in Azerbaijan for free. Timing matters too: transfers do not settle on Azerbaijan bank holidays, so check the calendar before sending anything urgent.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is an Azerbaijan IBAN?
Azerbaijan IBANs are exactly 28 characters long, starting with AZ followed by 2 check digits.
Is Azerbaijan part of SEPA?
No, Azerbaijan is not a SEPA country. Transfers are routed as international SWIFT payments.
Can I validate an Azerbaijan IBAN without sending it anywhere?
Yes, use the checker above. Validation runs in your browser using the ISO 7064 mod-97 algorithm, the IBAN never leaves your device.
What is the structure of an Azerbaijan IBAN?
After the country code and check digits, an Azerbaijan IBAN contains: 4a bank, 20c account.