SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ16R
CRESCHZZ16R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Bulle, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ16R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 16R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Place du Tilleul |
| City | Bulle |
| 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.
- 16R 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
What bank uses SWIFT code CRESCHZZ16R?
CRESCHZZ16R identifies Place du Tilleul, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Bulle, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ16R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ16R with the recipient before sending.
Do I need CRESCHZZ16R to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ16R.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ16R?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ16R is Place du Tilleul. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ16R.
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.