SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ12D
CRESCHZZ12D belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Geneva, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ12D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 12D |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Champel |
| City | Geneva |
| 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.
- 12D 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 branch uses BIC CRESCHZZ12D?
CRESCHZZ12D identifies Champel, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Geneva, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ12D?
CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ12D is Champel. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CRESCHZZ12D if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ12D stand for?
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 12D is the code of the branch Champel.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.