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SWIFT/BIC code RAIFCH22E86

RAIFCH22E86 belongs to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Basle, Switzerland.

RAIFCH22E86

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRAIFCH22E86
8-character codeRAIFCH22
Branch codeE86
BankRaiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft
Branch—
CityBasle
CountrySwitzerland

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.
E86 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 RAIFCH22E86?

RAIFCH22E86 identifies Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, a unit of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft in Basle, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need RAIFCH22E86 for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RAIFCH22E86.

How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft take?

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

What does each part of RAIFCH22E86 mean?

RAIF is the institution code of Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, CH stands for Switzerland, 22 is the location code and E86 identifies the branch Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft.

What happens if I use RAIFCH22E86 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RAIFCH22E86 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.