SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22C59
RAIFCH22C59 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bernhardzell, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22C59 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | C59 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bernhardzell |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- C59 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 RAIFCH22C59?
RAIFCH22C59 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bernhardzell, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22C59?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22C59 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RAIFCH22C59 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 353 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Do I need RAIFCH22C59 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RAIFCH22C59.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.