SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22862
RAIFCH22862 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Studen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22862 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 862 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Studen |
| 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.
- 862 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 is behind SWIFT code RAIFCH22862?
RAIFCH22862 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a branch or department of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Studen, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22862 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RAIFCH22862 against the details from Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft before you confirm.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22862?
RAIFCH22 points to the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22862 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22862.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have more 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.
Do I need RAIFCH22862 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22862.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.