SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22571
RAIFCH22571 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Riddes, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22571 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 571 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Riddes |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 571 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 is behind BIC RAIFCH22571?
The code RAIFCH22571 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Riddes, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RAIFCH22571 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22571.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22571 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAIFCH22571 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22571?
RAIFCH22 points to the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22571 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RAIFCH22571 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.