SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22B79
RAIFCH22B79 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Escholzmatt, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22B79 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | B79 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Escholzmatt |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- B79 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 uses SWIFT code RAIFCH22B79?
The code RAIFCH22B79 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Escholzmatt, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22B79?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22B79 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RAIFCH22B79 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
What happens if I enter RAIFCH22B79 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RAIFCH22B79 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need RAIFCH22B79 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RAIFCH22B79.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. 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.