RBABCH22814 — Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft
RBABCH22814 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft in Wädenswil, Switzerland — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
RBABCH22814 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft in Wädenswil, Switzerland. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: RBABCH22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft |
| 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 RBABCH22814 belong to?
The SWIFT code RBABCH22814 identifies Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft in Wädenswil, Switzerland. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code RBABCH22814 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of RBABCH22814 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (RBAB) represent the bank code for Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (814) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code RBABCH22814 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) RBABCH22814 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 RBABCH22 instead of RBABCH22814?
Yes. The 8-character code RBABCH22 represents the primary headquarters of Sparcassa 1816 Genossenschaft. The 11-character code RBABCH22814 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to RBABCH22 (or RBABCH22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to RBABCH22814?
The physical address registered for RBABCH22814 is: ZUGERSTRASSE 18, 8820, Wädenswil, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the RBABCH22814 code in Switzerland?
The SWIFT code RBABCH22814 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.