SWIFT/BIC code CRESCATTXXX
CRESCATTXXX belongs to Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCATTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCATT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TT 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
Which bank is behind BIC CRESCATTXXX?
The code CRESCATTXXX belongs to the main office of Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch in Toronto, Canada. Use it when a payment to Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CRESCATTXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Is CRESCATT and CRESCATTXXX the same code?
Yes. CRESCATT is the 8-character version of CRESCATTXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch in Toronto.
What do the letters in CRESCATTXXX stand for?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch, CA stands for Canada, TT is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse AG, Toronto Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use CRESCATTXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCATTXXX 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.