SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22683
RAIFCH22683 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Eiken, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22683 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 683 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Eiken |
| 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.
- 683 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 SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22683?
The code RAIFCH22683 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Eiken, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in RAIFCH22683 stand for?
RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 683 identifies the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Do I need RAIFCH22683 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22683.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I enter RAIFCH22683 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RAIFCH22683 against the details from Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.