SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ12V
CRESCHZZ12V belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Thonex, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ12V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 12V |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Thonex |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG 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).
- ZZ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 12V 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 CRESCHZZ12V?
CRESCHZZ12V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Thonex, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ12V incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ12V against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ12V 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 12V is the code of the department Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Do I need CRESCHZZ12V for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ12V.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.