SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ16B
CRESCHZZ16B belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Romont, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ16B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 16B |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Romont |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 16B 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 CRESCHZZ16B?
CRESCHZZ16B identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Romont, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ16B stand for?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 16B is the code of the branch Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ16B to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ16B.
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. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.