SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22585
RAIFCH22585 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Vetroz, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22585 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 585 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vetroz |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 585 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 RAIFCH22585?
The code RAIFCH22585 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Vetroz, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Do I need RAIFCH22585 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22585.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22585?
RAIFCH22 points to the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22585 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RAIFCH22585 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22585 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAIFCH22585 against the details from Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.