SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80X
CRESCHZZ80X belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ80X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 80X |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Schaffhauserplatz |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 80X 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 SWIFT code CRESCHZZ80X?
The code CRESCHZZ80X belongs to Schaffhauserplatz, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ80X to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZ80X.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ80X mean?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH stands for Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 80X identifies the department Schaffhauserplatz.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ80X incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZZ80X with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.