SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ94S
CRESCHZZ94S belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in St. Margrethen, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ94S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 94S |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Grenzstrasse 11 |
| City | St. Margrethen |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way 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.
- 94S 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 CRESCHZZ94S?
CRESCHZZ94S identifies Grenzstrasse 11, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in St. Margrethen, 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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
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.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ94S?
CRESCHZZ points to the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ94S is Grenzstrasse 11. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZ94S.
Do I need CRESCHZZ94S for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRESCHZZ94S.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.