SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ69R
CRESCHZZ69R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lugano, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ69R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 69R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Via G. Vegezzi |
| City | Lugano |
| 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.
- 69R 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 is behind BIC CRESCHZZ69R?
CRESCHZZ69R identifies Via G. Vegezzi, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Lugano, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ69R?
CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ69R is Via G. Vegezzi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZZ69R if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Do I need CRESCHZZ69R 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 CRESCHZZ69R.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ69R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ69R with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.