SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ81C
CRESCHZZ81C belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ81C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 81C |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- 81C 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 SWIFT code CRESCHZZ81C?
CRESCHZZ81C identifies Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ81C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZ81C with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in CRESCHZZ81C stand for?
CRES is the institution code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 81C is the code of the branch Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got more 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.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ81C?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ81C is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CRESCHZZ81C 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.