SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ30S
CRESCHZZ30S belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Berne, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ30S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 30S |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Freudenbergerplatz |
| 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.
- 30S 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 is behind SWIFT code CRESCHZZ30S?
CRESCHZZ30S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Freudenbergerplatz, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Berne, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ30S incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ30S against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
Do I need CRESCHZZ30S for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ30S.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ30S?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ30S is Freudenbergerplatz. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ30S.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.