SWIFT/BIC code LITBECE1XXX
LITBECE1XXX belongs to Banco del Litoral S.A. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LITBECE1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LITBECE1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco del Litoral S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Guayaquil |
| Country | Ecuador |
How the Banco del Litoral S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LITB 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code LITBECE1XXX?
LITBECE1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco del Litoral S.A. in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco del Litoral S.A..
Are LITBECE1 and LITBECE1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. LITBECE1 is the 8-character version of LITBECE1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco del Litoral S.A. in Guayaquil.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco del Litoral S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LITBECE1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of LITBECE1XXX stand for?
LITB is the institution code of Banco del Litoral S.A., EC stands for Ecuador, E1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco del Litoral S.A.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banco del Litoral S.A.?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.