SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ81B

CRESCHZZ81B belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Dielsdorf, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZ81B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZ81B
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch code81B
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
Branch—
CityDielsdorf
CountrySwitzerland

How 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.
81B 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ81B?

CRESCHZZ81B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Dielsdorf, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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 2–4 business days.

Do I need CRESCHZZ81B to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ81B.

Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ81B?

CRESCHZZ is the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ81B is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ81B.

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