SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFFOX
CRESCHZFFOX belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFFOX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | FOX |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- FOX 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
What bank is behind BIC CRESCHZFFOX?
CRESCHZFFOX identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFFOX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZFFOX against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) before sending.
Do I need CRESCHZFFOX to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZFFOX.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFFOX?
CRESCHZF points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFFOX is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZFFOX if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.