SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22051

RAIFCH22051 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bevilard, Switzerland.

RAIFCH22051

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAIFCH22051
8-character codeRAIFCH22
Branch code051
BankRaiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft
Branch—
CityBevilard
CountrySwitzerland

How the Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC works

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

RAIF Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
22 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
051 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

Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22051?

RAIFCH22051 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bevilard, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use RAIFCH22051 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RAIFCH22051 against the details from Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft before you confirm.

What does each part of RAIFCH22051 stand for?

RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 051 identifies the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.

Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?

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

Do I need RAIFCH22051 to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22051.

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