SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ54A

CRESCHZZ54A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Baden, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ54A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ54A
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code54A
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
Branch—
CityBaden
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
54A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ54A?

The code CRESCHZZ54A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Baden, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ54A?

CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ54A is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZZ54A if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?

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.

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

Yes, our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.

What happens if I use CRESCHZZ54A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ54A with the recipient before sending.

Do I need CRESCHZZ54A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ54A.

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