SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ17A
CRESCHZZ17A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Fribourg, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ17A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 17A |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Fribourg |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 17A 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/BIC code CRESCHZZ17A?
CRESCHZZ17A identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Fribourg, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ17A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of 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 CRESCHZZ17A.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ17A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ17A against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.