CRESCHZZ10D — CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG

The SWIFT code CRESCHZZ10D identifies CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG in LAUSANNE, Switzerland. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.

The 8 or 11 characters of CRESCHZZ10D are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CRES) represent the bank code for CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG; characters 5-6 (CH) indicate the country code for Switzerland; characters 7-8 (ZZ) specify the location code; and the final characters (10D) designate the specific branch.

CRESCHZZ10D is formatted as a valid ISO 9362 Business Identifier Code and is listed in our reference directory for CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG in LAUSANNE, Switzerland. Our directory records for this country combine official registry data with an open community compilation, so listing is not confirmation of current status — SWIFT does not publish a free live status feed. Always confirm the code with the beneficiary bank before sending funds.

The physical address registered for CRESCHZZ10D is: MADELEINE, 1003, LAUSANNE, Switzerland. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.

An 8-character BIC (BIC8) identifies an institution's primary head office, while an 11-character BIC (BIC11) specifies a distinct branch or department. Appending 'XXX' to CRESCHZZ forms the conventional head-office branch suffix; both formats route validly on the network.

CRESCHZZ10D identifies the 10D branch of CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG in LAUSANNE, Switzerland. The branch code characters '10D' target this specific clearing node directly within CREDIT SUISSE (SCHWEIZ) AG's branch network.

SWIFT codes like CRESCHZZ10D identify the bank institution, while IBANs (ISO 13616) identify the individual customer account. Within SEPA (ECB SEPA), IBANs are sufficient for routing; outside SEPA, both SWIFT BIC and account number are typically required.

Using an incorrect code can delay transfers, cause payment returns, or route funds to an incorrect institution. Correspondent banks along the route may charge return processing fees, and currency conversion losses may occur. Always verify details with the beneficiary.

International SWIFT wires typically settle within 1 to 5 business days, depending on time zones, clearing cut-offs, correspondent hops (BIS CPMI), and compliance checks.

When sending and receiving banks lack direct clearing accounts, transfers route through intermediary correspondent banks (BIS CPMI) that maintain shared Nostro/Vostro accounts. Each hop may deduct a handling fee.

No. CRESCHZZ10D is an international ISO 9362 SWIFT BIC. Domestic transfers in Switzerland clear through undefined under [object Object] oversight (primary currency: CHF). SWIFT BICs route cross-border transactions.

This record is sourced from SIX Interbank Clearing (June 2026 release) and open community data. For full data provenance, see our Data Sources Register.

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