SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ10R
CRESCHZZ10R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ10R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 10R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Avenue D'ouchy 52 |
| City | Lausanne |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 10R 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ10R?
CRESCHZZ10R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Avenue D'ouchy 52, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lausanne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ10R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ10R against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ10R mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 10R identifies the branch Avenue D'ouchy 52.
Do I need CRESCHZZ10R to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ10R.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.