SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ69C
CRESCHZZ69C belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ69C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 69C |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lugano |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 69C 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ69C?
CRESCHZZ69C identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lugano, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ69C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ69C against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ69C to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ69C.
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 the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ69C mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 69C identifies the branch Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.