SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22479
RAIFCH22479 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Payerne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22479 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 479 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Payerne |
| 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.
- 479 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 SWIFT code RAIFCH22479?
RAIFCH22479 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Payerne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in RAIFCH22479 stand for?
RAIF is the institution code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 479 identifies the department Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
What happens if I enter RAIFCH22479 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RAIFCH22479 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22479?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22479 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22479.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.