SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFLDH
CRESCHZFLDH belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFLDH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | LDH |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Ldh-Service |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- LDH 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 SWIFT code CRESCHZFLDH?
The code CRESCHZFLDH belongs to Ldh-Service, part 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 is the best 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CRESCHZFLDH mean?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZF is the code for the city or region and LDH is the code of the department Ldh-Service.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFLDH?
CRESCHZF points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFLDH is Ldh-Service. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZFLDH.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) take in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZFLDH to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZFLDH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.