SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFVTU
CRESCHZFVTU belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFVTU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | VTU |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Xxx-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.
- VTU 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 bank is behind BIC CRESCHZFVTU?
CRESCHZFVTU identifies Xxx-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.
Do I need CRESCHZFVTU for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZFVTU.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CRESCHZFVTU 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 VTU identifies the department Xxx-Service.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFVTU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZFVTU with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.