SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZIKS
CRESCHZZIKS belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZIKS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | IKS |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Iks |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IKS 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 BIC CRESCHZZIKS?
CRESCHZZIKS identifies Iks, part of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 316 SWIFT/BIC codes for Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZIKS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRESCHZZIKS with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZIKS?
CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZIKS points to Iks. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRESCHZZIKS.
Do I need CRESCHZZIKS to send euros to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CRESCHZZIKS.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
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.