SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80E
CRESCHZZ80E belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ80E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 80E |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Altstetten |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 80E 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 SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80E?
CRESCHZZ80E identifies Altstetten, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ80E?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ80E is Altstetten. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ80E.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ80E mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 80E is the code of the department Altstetten.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.