SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22E11
RAIFCH22E11 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Sulgen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAIFCH22E11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAIFCH22 |
| Branch code | E11 |
| Bank | Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Sulgen |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- E11 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code RAIFCH22E11?
RAIFCH22E11 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Sulgen, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22E11?
RAIFCH22 points to the main office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22E11 points to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RAIFCH22E11 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in RAIFCH22E11 mean?
RAIF is the bank code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the location code and E11 identifies the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.
Do I need RAIFCH22E11 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RAIFCH22E11.
What happens if I enter RAIFCH22E11 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RAIFCH22E11 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.