SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFPET
CRESCHZFPET belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFPET |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | PET |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Pet-Service |
| 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.
- PET 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/BIC code CRESCHZFPET?
CRESCHZFPET identifies Pet-Service, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZFPET 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. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZFPET.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of CRESCHZFPET stand for?
CRES is the institution 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 PET is the code of the department Pet-Service.
Can I use CRESCHZF instead of CRESCHZFPET?
CRESCHZF points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), while CRESCHZFPET points to Pet-Service. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CRESCHZFPET 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.