SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFGCM
CRESCHZFGCM belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFGCM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | GCM |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Gcm-Service |
| 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.
- GCM 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 uses BIC CRESCHZFGCM?
The code CRESCHZFGCM belongs to Gcm-Service, a unit 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.
Do I need CRESCHZFGCM for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZFGCM.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of CRESCHZFGCM mean?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), CH stands for Switzerland, ZF is the location code and GCM identifies the department Gcm-Service.
What happens if I use CRESCHZFGCM with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZFGCM with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.