SWIFT/BIC code EPAPECE1XXX
EPAPECE1XXX belongs to Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EPAPECE1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EPAPECE1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
How the Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EPAP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EC Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- E1 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 bank uses BIC EPAPECE1XXX?
EPAPECE1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento in Quito, Ecuador. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento.
What happens if I use EPAPECE1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check EPAPECE1XXX against the details from Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento before you confirm.
Is EPAPECE1 and EPAPECE1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. EPAPECE1 is the short version of EPAPECE1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento in Quito.
What does each part of EPAPECE1XXX mean?
EPAP is the bank code of Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento, EC stands for Ecuador, E1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EPAPECE1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Empresa Publica de Agua Potable y Saneamiento take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.