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SWIFT/BIC code RAFKDE81XXX

RAFKDE81XXX belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG in Ihlow, Germany.

RAFKDE81XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAFKDE81XXX
8-character codeRAFKDE81
Branch codeXXX
BankRaiffeisenbank EG
BranchHead office
CityIhlow
CountryGermany

How the Raiffeisenbank EG SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

RAFK Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
81 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 is behind BIC RAFKDE81XXX?

The code RAFKDE81XXX belongs to the head office of Raiffeisenbank EG in Ihlow, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Raiffeisenbank EG does not need a specific branch.

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

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

Do I need RAFKDE81XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RAFKDE81XXX.

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

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

Are RAFKDE81 and RAFKDE81XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. RAFKDE81 is the short version of RAFKDE81XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Raiffeisenbank EG in Ihlow.

Has Raiffeisenbank EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.