SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80K
CRESCHZZ80K belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ80K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 80K |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Unterstrass |
| City | Zurich |
| 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.
- 80K 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 BIC CRESCHZZ80K?
The code CRESCHZZ80K belongs to Unterstrass, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ80K with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ80K with the recipient before sending.
Do I need CRESCHZZ80K to send euros 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 do need CRESCHZZ80K.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ80K stand for?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the code for the city or region and 80K identifies the branch Unterstrass.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.