SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFSTA
CRESCHZFSTA belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFSTA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | STA |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Sta-Service |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- STA 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 SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFSTA?
The code CRESCHZFSTA belongs to Sta-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 account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFSTA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZFSTA against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZFSTA for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZFSTA.
What does each part of CRESCHZFSTA stand for?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service), CH stands for Switzerland, ZF is the code for the city or region and STA identifies the department Sta-Service.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.