SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFEFT
CRESCHZFEFT belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFEFT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | EFT |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Payment Multibanking Provided Through Fides Treasury Services |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) 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.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- EFT 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 branch uses BIC CRESCHZFEFT?
CRESCHZFEFT identifies Payment Multibanking Provided Through Fides Treasury Services, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service)?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZFEFT for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZFEFT.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 58 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFEFT?
CRESCHZF points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFEFT is Payment Multibanking Provided Through Fides Treasury Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZFEFT.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFEFT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZFEFT with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.