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SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ13A

CRESCHZZ13A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Geneva, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ13A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ13A
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code13A
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchRive
CityGeneva
CountrySwitzerland

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.
13A 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 is behind BIC CRESCHZZ13A?

CRESCHZZ13A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rive, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Geneva, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Do I need CRESCHZZ13A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ13A.

What happens if I use CRESCHZZ13A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ13A against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.

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. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ13A?

CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ13A points to Rive. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZZ13A if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.