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SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80M

CRESCHZZ80M belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ80M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ80M
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code80M
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchAffoltern
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

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.
80M 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 CRESCHZZ80M?

CRESCHZZ80M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Affoltern, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use CRESCHZZ80M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ80M against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ80M?

CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ80M is Affoltern. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZZ80M 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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CRESCHZZ80M to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ80M.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.