SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ63A
CRESCHZZ63A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zug, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ63A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 63A |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zug |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 63A 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 BIC CRESCHZZ63A?
The code CRESCHZZ63A belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zug, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ63A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ63A against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ63A 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 63A is the code of the branch Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ63A for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ63A.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.