RAIFCH22817 — Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg
RAIFCH22817 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg in Steffisburg, Switzerland — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
RAIFCH22817 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg in Steffisburg, Switzerland. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: RAIFCH22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg |
| Country | Switzerland (CH) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code RAIFCH22817 belong to?
The SWIFT code RAIFCH22817 identifies Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg in Steffisburg, Switzerland. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code RAIFCH22817 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of RAIFCH22817 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (RAIF) represent the bank code for Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (817) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code RAIFCH22817 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) RAIFCH22817 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code RAIFCH22 instead of RAIFCH22817?
Yes. The 8-character code RAIFCH22 represents the primary headquarters of Raiffeisenbank Steffisburg. The 11-character code RAIFCH22817 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to RAIFCH22 (or RAIFCH22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to RAIFCH22817?
The physical address registered for RAIFCH22817 is: HOCHHUSWEG 4, 3612, Steffisburg, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the RAIFCH22817 code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code RAIFCH22817 is used for international inbound wire transfers in Switzerland. Swiss clearings route via SIX Interbank Clearing and support EUR and CHF payments.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).
- 🏦 SIX Interbank Clearing: The official administrator for Swiss bank identifiers and clearings.