SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22696
RAIFCH22696 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Kaisten, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22696 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 696 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kaisten |
| 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.
- 696 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 SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22696?
RAIFCH22696 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Kaisten, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22696?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22696 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22696.
Do I need RAIFCH22696 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22696.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.