SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ44F
CRESCHZZ44F belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Gelterkinden, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ44F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 44F |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gelterkinden |
| 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.
- 44F 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 SWIFT code CRESCHZZ44F?
CRESCHZZ44F identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Gelterkinden, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ44F?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ44F points to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZZ44F if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ44F to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ44F.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG have more 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.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ44F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZZ44F with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.