SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZXXX

CRESCHZZXXX belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.

CRESCHZZXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRESCHZZXXX
8-character codeCRESCHZZ
Branch codeXXX
BankCredit Suisse (Schweiz) AG
BranchHead office
CityZurich
CountrySwitzerland

The way 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.
XXX 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 institution uses BIC CRESCHZZXXX?

CRESCHZZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use it when a payment to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter CRESCHZZXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZXXX with the recipient before sending.

Has Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG.

Do I need CRESCHZZXXX to send euros to Switzerland?

Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZXXX.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.