SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ82R
CRESCHZZ82R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ82R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 82R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Bahnhofstrasse |
| City | Schaffhausen |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 82R 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 CRESCHZZ82R?
CRESCHZZ82R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bahnhofstrasse, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ82R?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ82R is Bahnhofstrasse. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CRESCHZZ82R if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ82R incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CRESCHZZ82R against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before sending.
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 – the difference can be large.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ82R 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 82R is the code of the department Bahnhofstrasse.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.