SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ88F
CRESCHZZ88F belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ88F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 88F |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pfaeffikon |
| 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.
- 88F 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 uses SWIFT code CRESCHZZ88F?
The code CRESCHZZ88F belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Pfaeffikon, 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 in Switzerland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ88F?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ88F is Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ88F.
Do I need CRESCHZZ88F for a euro transfer 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 do need CRESCHZZ88F.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of CRESCHZZ88F stand for?
CRES is the bank code of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, ZZ is the location code and 88F is the code of the department Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.