SWIFT/BIC code RBABCH22588
RBABCH22588 belongs to Bank Leerau Genossenschaft in Kirchleerau, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBABCH22588 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBABCH22 |
| Branch code | 588 |
| Bank | Bank Leerau Genossenschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kirchleerau |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Bank Leerau Genossenschaft SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RBAB 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.
- 588 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 BIC RBABCH22588?
RBABCH22588 identifies Bank Leerau Genossenschaft, a unit of Bank Leerau Genossenschaft in Kirchleerau, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Leerau 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.
What do the letters in RBABCH22588 stand for?
RBAB is the bank code of Bank Leerau Genossenschaft, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, 22 is the code for the city or region and 588 is the code of the department Bank Leerau Genossenschaft.
Does Bank Leerau Genossenschaft use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, RBABCH22588 is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank Leerau Genossenschaft in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use RBABCH22 instead of RBABCH22588?
RBABCH22 points to the main office of Bank Leerau Genossenschaft, while RBABCH22588 points to Bank Leerau Genossenschaft. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBABCH22588.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Leerau Genossenschaft?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.