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SWIFT/BIC code RAFFDE51XXX

RAFFDE51XXX belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG in Lohfelden, Germany.

RAFFDE51XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAFFDE51XXX
8-character codeRAFFDE51
Branch codeXXX
BankRaiffeisenbank EG
BranchHead office
CityLohfelden
CountryGermany

The way the Raiffeisenbank EG SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

RAFF Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
51 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

What bank uses BIC RAFFDE51XXX?

RAFFDE51XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Raiffeisenbank EG in Lohfelden, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Raiffeisenbank EG.

How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need RAFFDE51XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need RAFFDE51XXX.

Is RAFFDE51 and RAFFDE51XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. RAFFDE51 is the short version of RAFFDE51XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Raiffeisenbank EG in Lohfelden.

What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Raiffeisenbank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.