SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFESS
CRESCHZFESS belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFESS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | ESS |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Ess-Services |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- ESS 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 SWIFT code CRESCHZFESS?
CRESCHZFESS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ess-Services, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFESS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZFESS against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) before sending.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 58 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFESS?
CRESCHZF is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFESS is Ess-Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZFESS if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need CRESCHZFESS for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZFESS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.