SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ81G
CRESCHZZ81G belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Opfikon-Glattbrugg, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ81G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 81G |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Opfikon-Glattbrugg |
| Country | Switzerland |
How 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.
- 81G 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ81G?
The code CRESCHZZ81G belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Opfikon-Glattbrugg, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Do I need CRESCHZZ81G for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ81G.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ81G with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ81G against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.