SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22615
RAIFCH22615 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Chermignon, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22615 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 615 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chermignon |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 615 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 bank uses BIC RAIFCH22615?
RAIFCH22615 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a branch or department of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Chermignon, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22615?
RAIFCH22 points to the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22615 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22615.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RAIFCH22615 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RAIFCH22615.
What does each part of RAIFCH22615 stand for?
RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and 615 is the code of the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.