SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ87R
CRESCHZZ87R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Meilen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ87R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 87R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Dorfstrasse 126 |
| City | Meilen |
| 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.
- 87R 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 uses BIC CRESCHZZ87R?
CRESCHZZ87R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dorfstrasse 126, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Meilen, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need CRESCHZZ87R to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ87R.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ87R?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ87R points to Dorfstrasse 126. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ87R.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.