25.09.2018

The influence of zek codes on your credit applications

As we explained in our last article: Everything you need to know about the ZEK. Anyone has a file registered with this organization, find out what the codes that could be assigned to you mean.

 

What is ZEK?

The ZEK (Central Credit Information Office) is a Swiss agency that registers and stores all credit applications. When you apply for a loan from an organization, the first step before granting you a loan will be to check the status of your account at the ZEK.

 

Can I find out the status of my file?

You can consult your file free of charge by going to the ZEK website and filling out their form. You can also contact Milenia.ch directly on 021 620 60 00, who will order for you free of charge.

 

The Most Important Codes and Their Meaning

Code 01: The balance of one of your credits has been posted to another invoice

Code 02: You respect your commitments and are regular in your payments

Code 03: This code is the opposite of 02, you are late in your payments

Code 04: This code is related to special measures undertaken with a bank (Debt Enforcement or Arrangement)

Code 05: This code means that a bank has had losses because of your record

Code 06: This code indicates that your file has legal problems, often related to falsified documents

Code 21: This code is linked to your credit card that is blocked or cancelled

Code 22: This code indicates that your card is blocked until the balance is paid

Code 23: This code indicates that the organization that issued your card has lost money

 

Can I erase a Zek code?

It's hard to get a code removed that would prevent you from applying for a loan. The code is only removable if a mistake has been made by a bank. In this case, you can contact a service provider such as Milenia's Solvable department who can help you with your procedures.

CLEAN UP YOUR DATA



Loan illustration: loan of CHF 10'000. Effective annual interests rates between 4.9% and 11.95% over a 12 month period lead to total interests of between CHF 261.80 and CHF 624.80. Duration: 6-120 months; Maximum annual interest rate (including all loan handling costs) 11.95%. Loans approval are prohibited if they lead to excess debt for the consumer. (Art. 3 LCD)

 

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