SWIFT/BIC code CRMECHZ1XXX
CRMECHZ1XXX belongs to Credit Mercantile S.A. in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRMECHZ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRMECHZ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Mercantile S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
The way the Credit Mercantile S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRME Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Z1 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 is behind BIC CRMECHZ1XXX?
CRMECHZ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Credit Mercantile S.A. in Zurich, Switzerland. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Mercantile S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of CRMECHZ1XXX stand for?
CRME is the institution code of Credit Mercantile S.A., CH is the ISO code of Switzerland, Z1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter CRMECHZ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRMECHZ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Credit Mercantile S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CRMECHZ1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Credit Mercantile S.A. in Switzerland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Mercantile S.A.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swiss Franc with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need CRMECHZ1XXX for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CRMECHZ1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.