SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ10A
CRESCHZZ10A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ10A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 10A |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lausanne |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG 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).
- ZZ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 10A 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 uses BIC CRESCHZZ10A?
The code CRESCHZZ10A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lausanne, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Do I need CRESCHZZ10A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ10A.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ10A mean?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 10A identifies the department Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ10A?
CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ10A is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ10A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.