SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ30A
CRESCHZZ30A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Berne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ30A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 30A |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Berne |
| 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.
- 30A 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 BIC CRESCHZZ30A?
CRESCHZZ30A identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Berne, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ30A?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ30A is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZZ30A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ30A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZZ30A with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ30A 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 30A is the code of the department Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.