IBAN Structure Liechtenstein

Last reviewed: · Source: ISO 13616 / SWIFT IBAN Registry

Liechtenstein's IBAN has 21 characters in the format LIkk BBBB BCCC CCCC CCCC C — structurally identical to the Swiss IBAN (same layout, different country prefix). After LI and two check digits come a 5-digit bank clearing code and the 12-character account identifier. Liechtenstein is part of SEPA through the EEA but, like Switzerland, uses the Swiss franc (CHF). As a small but active banking centre, it hosts many private banks and asset managers. For payments to Liechtenstein, the available route and required details depend on the banks, currency and payment conditions; check them in advance with your bank. For international payments, routing details, fees and timing depend on the banks, currency and route; check them in advance with your bank.

Structural fields are based on the official SWIFT IBAN Registry. The editorial method and validation boundary are documented on our German editorial page (German).

Overview

CountryLiechtenstein (LI)
IBAN length21 characters
FormatLIkk BBBB BCCC CCCC CCCC C

Visual breakdown

Fictitious format example, not payment data:

LI21088100002324013AA
Country codeCheck digitsBank codeAccount number

Character-by-character explanation

SegmentCharactersLengthExplanation
Country codeLI2LI for Liechtenstein (ISO 3166-1)
Check digits212Two check digits per MOD-97
Bank code0881055-digit bank clearing code (BC number)
Account number0002324013AA1212-character account identifier

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check the length of an IBAN from Liechtenstein?
Remove spaces and count 21 characters. The first two characters are LI; the remaining positions follow LIkk BBBB BCCC CCCC CCCC C. A different length is formally invalid for this country format.
What do the check digits in a Liechtenstein IBAN mean?
The two check digits are calculated from the complete IBAN using ISO 7064 MOD-97. They help detect format and transcription errors. A passing checksum does not confirm that an account exists or identify its account holder.
What should I do when an IBAN is formally invalid?
Check the country code, character count, letters and digits, and the check digits. Compare the entry with your bank records or ask the bank for the correct IBAN. This checker validates structure and checksum; it does not verify account ownership or payment approval.

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