SWIFT/BIC code RARSDE71XXX
RARSDE71XXX belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG in Oettingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RARSDE71XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RARSDE71 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oettingen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RARS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 71 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 BIC RARSDE71XXX?
The code RARSDE71XXX belongs to the head office of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG in Oettingen, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG.
What happens if I use RARSDE71XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RARSDE71XXX against the details from Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG before you confirm.
Do I need RARSDE71XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RARSDE71XXX.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are RARSDE71 and RARSDE71XXX the same code?
Yes. RARSDE71 is the short version of RARSDE71XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG in Oettingen.
What does each part of RARSDE71XXX stand for?
RARS is the bank code of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Ries EG, DE stands for Germany, 71 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.