SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22A45
RAIFCH22A45 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Landquart, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22A45 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | A45 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Landquart |
| 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.
- A45 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 uses BIC RAIFCH22A45?
The code RAIFCH22A45 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Landquart, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22A45?
RAIFCH22 is the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22A45 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RAIFCH22A45 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RAIFCH22A45 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22A45.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.