SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ65R
CRESCHZZ65R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ65R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 65R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Viale Stazione 26 |
| City | Bellinzona |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 65R 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 code CRESCHZZ65R?
CRESCHZZ65R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Viale Stazione 26, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Bellinzona, 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ65R mean?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 65R is the code of the department Viale Stazione 26.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ65R for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ65R.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ65R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ65R against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.