SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ83R
CRESCHZZ83R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Kloten, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ83R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 83R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Schaffhauserstrasse 151 |
| City | Kloten |
| 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.
- 83R 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 code CRESCHZZ83R?
CRESCHZZ83R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Schaffhauserstrasse 151, a unit of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Kloten, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need CRESCHZZ83R for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CRESCHZZ83R.
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.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ83R?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ83R is Schaffhauserstrasse 151. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CRESCHZZ83R if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CRESCHZZ83R incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ83R against the details from Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.