SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ39N
CRESCHZZ39N belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Crans Sur Sierre, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ39N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 39N |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Montana |
| City | Crans Sur Sierre |
| 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.
- 39N 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ39N?
CRESCHZZ39N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Montana, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Crans Sur Sierre, 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?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CRESCHZZ39N for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ39N.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ39N mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 39N identifies the department Montana.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ39N incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ39N with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.