SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZFXXX
CRESCHZFXXX belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT code CRESCHZFXXX?
CRESCHZFXXX identifies the headquarters of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZFXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZFXXX against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) before you confirm.
What do the letters in CRESCHZFXXX 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 location code and XXX means the main office.
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. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need CRESCHZFXXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZFXXX.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG (Multibank Ars and Eft Service) take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.