SWIFT/BIC code BCENECEQ100
BCENECEQ100 belongs to Banco Central del Ecuador in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCENECEQ100 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCENECEQ |
| Branch code | 100 |
| Bank | Banco Central del Ecuador |
| Branch | — |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Banco Central del Ecuador SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- EQ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 100 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 SWIFT code BCENECEQ100?
BCENECEQ100 identifies Banco Central del Ecuador, a branch or department of Banco Central del Ecuador in Quito, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Banco Central del Ecuador have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central del Ecuador in Ecuador. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BCENECEQ100 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCENECEQ100 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BCENECEQ instead of BCENECEQ100?
BCENECEQ is the head office of Banco Central del Ecuador, while BCENECEQ100 is Banco Central del Ecuador. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCENECEQ100.
What does each part of BCENECEQ100 stand for?
BCEN is the bank code of Banco Central del Ecuador, EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 100 identifies the branch Banco Central del Ecuador.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Central del Ecuador in Ecuador?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar 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.