SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ69L
CRESCHZZ69L belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Ponte Tresa, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ69L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 69L |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ponte Tresa |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 69L 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 CRESCHZZ69L?
CRESCHZZ69L identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Ponte Tresa, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CRESCHZZ69L for a euro transfer 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 CRESCHZZ69L.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ69L mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 69L identifies the department Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ69L?
CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ69L is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZZ69L if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.