SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22698
RAIFCH22698 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Aarau, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22698 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 698 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Aarau |
| 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.
- 698 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22698?
The code RAIFCH22698 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a branch or department of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Aarau, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best 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.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22698 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RAIFCH22698 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need RAIFCH22698 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22698.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22698?
RAIFCH22 points to the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22698 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22698.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.