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SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ66R

CRESCHZZ66R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Locarno, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ66R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ66R
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code66R
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchVia A. Ciseri
CityLocarno
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
66R 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 CRESCHZZ66R?

CRESCHZZ66R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Via A. Ciseri, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Locarno, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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.

What does each part of CRESCHZZ66R mean?

CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 66R is the code of the branch Via A. Ciseri.

Do I need CRESCHZZ66R for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ66R.

How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG 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 happens if I enter CRESCHZZ66R with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ66R 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.