SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80N

CRESCHZZ80N belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ80N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ80N
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code80N
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchUetlihof
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
80N 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 uses BIC CRESCHZZ80N?

CRESCHZZ80N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Uetlihof, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need CRESCHZZ80N to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ80N.

How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take in Switzerland?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ80N with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ80N against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ80N?

CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ80N is Uetlihof. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ80N.

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