SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22442
RAIFCH22442 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Nyon, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22442 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 442 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Nyon |
| 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.
- 442 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 SWIFT code RAIFCH22442?
RAIFCH22442 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Nyon, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22442 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAIFCH22442 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22442?
RAIFCH22 is the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22442 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22442.
What do the letters in RAIFCH22442 mean?
RAIF is the institution code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and 442 is the code of the department Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.