SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22954
RAIFCH22954 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Hofstetten, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22954 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | 954 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hofstetten |
| 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.
- 954 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 code RAIFCH22954?
RAIFCH22954 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Hofstetten, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of RAIFCH22954 mean?
RAIF is the institution code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and 954 is the code of the department Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use RAIFCH22954 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RAIFCH22954 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22954?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22954 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22954.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.