SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22C22
RAIFCH22C22 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Buochs, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22C22 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | C22 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Buochs |
| 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.
- C22 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/BIC code RAIFCH22C22?
RAIFCH22C22 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Buochs, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RAIFCH22C22 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RAIFCH22C22.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22C22?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22C22 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22C22.
Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.