SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ39L

CRESCHZZ39L belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Sierre/Siders, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ39L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ39L
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code39L
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
Branch—
CitySierre/Siders
CountrySwitzerland

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.
39L 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/BIC code CRESCHZZ39L?

CRESCHZZ39L identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Sierre/Siders, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.

Do I need CRESCHZZ39L for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ39L.

How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ39L?

CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ39L is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ39L.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.