SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22D78
RAIFCH22D78 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bichelsee, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22D78 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | D78 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bichelsee |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- D78 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 RAIFCH22D78?
RAIFCH22D78 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, part of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Bichelsee, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22D78?
RAIFCH22 is the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22D78 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RAIFCH22D78.
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. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RAIFCH22D78 to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of 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 RAIFCH22D78.
Has Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft got 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.