SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80W

CRESCHZZ80W belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ80W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ80W
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code80W
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchBahnhof
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

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.
80W 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80W?

CRESCHZZ80W identifies Bahnhof, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need CRESCHZZ80W for a euro transfer to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ80W.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?

Many banks add 1–3% 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 CRESCHZZ80W incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZZ80W against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before sending.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ80W?

CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ80W is Bahnhof. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZZ80W if the recipient asks for it.

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