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SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22E17

RAIFCH22E17 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Zihlschlacht, Switzerland.

RAIFCH22E17

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAIFCH22E17
8-character codeRAIFCH22
Branch codeE17
BankRaiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft
Branch—
CityZihlschlacht
CountrySwitzerland

How 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.
E17 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 is behind SWIFT code RAIFCH22E17?

RAIFCH22E17 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Zihlschlacht, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need RAIFCH22E17 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22E17.

How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take in Switzerland?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft?

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.

Can I use RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22E17?

RAIFCH22 is the head office of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, while RAIFCH22E17 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 RAIFCH22E17.

What happens if I use RAIFCH22E17 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RAIFCH22E17 with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.