SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22C98
RAIFCH22C98 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Eschenbach, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22C98 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | C98 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Eschenbach |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- C98 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/BIC code RAIFCH22C98?
RAIFCH22C98 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Eschenbach, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22C98?
RAIFCH22 points to the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22C98 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 RAIFCH22C98.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Switzerland?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
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.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RAIFCH22C98 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22C98.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.