SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ70C
CRESCHZZ70C belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Flims, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ70C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 70C |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Flims |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 70C 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ70C?
The code CRESCHZZ70C belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Flims, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ70C mean?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 70C is the code of the branch Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ70C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ70C with the recipient before sending.
What is the best 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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need CRESCHZZ70C to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ70C.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.