SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22C23
RAIFCH22C23 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Stans, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22C23 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | C23 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Stans |
| 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.
- C23 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/BIC code RAIFCH22C23?
RAIFCH22C23 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Stans, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in RAIFCH22C23 stand for?
RAIF is the institution code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and C23 is the code of the department Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22C23?
RAIFCH22 points to the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22C23 is Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22C23.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RAIFCH22C23 for a euro transfer 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 do need RAIFCH22C23.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.