SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ26B
CRESCHZZ26B belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in St. Imier, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ26B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 26B |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | St. Imier |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 26B 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 uses SWIFT code CRESCHZZ26B?
CRESCHZZ26B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in St. Imier, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ26B to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ26B.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ26B with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ26B with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ26B?
CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ26B points to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CRESCHZZ26B 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.