SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22701
RAIFCH22701 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Leuggern, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22701 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 701 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Leuggern |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 701 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 RAIFCH22701?
The code RAIFCH22701 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Leuggern, 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 in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of RAIFCH22701 stand for?
RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and 701 is the code of the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22701 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RAIFCH22701 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22701?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22701 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RAIFCH22701 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need RAIFCH22701 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RAIFCH22701.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.