SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ82S
CRESCHZZ82S belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Kreuzlingen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ82S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 82S |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Hauptstrasse 53 |
| City | Kreuzlingen |
| Country | Switzerland |
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.
- 82S 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 BIC CRESCHZZ82S?
CRESCHZZ82S identifies Hauptstrasse 53, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Kreuzlingen, Switzerland. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ82S incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CRESCHZZ82S against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
Do I need CRESCHZZ82S for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ82S.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take in Switzerland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ82S?
CRESCHZZ points to the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ82S is Hauptstrasse 53. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CRESCHZZ82S 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.