SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22280
RAIFCH22280 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Cugnasco, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22280 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 280 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cugnasco |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 280 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 branch uses BIC RAIFCH22280?
RAIFCH22280 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a branch or department of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Cugnasco, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RAIFCH22280 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22280.
What does each part of RAIFCH22280 stand for?
RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 280 identifies the department Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22280?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22280 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RAIFCH22280 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.