SWIFT/BIC code MSAPECE1XXX
MSAPECE1XXX belongs to Ministerio de Salud Publica in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSAPECE1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSAPECE1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ministerio de Salud Publica |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Ministerio de Salud Publica SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSAP 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 institution is behind BIC MSAPECE1XXX?
MSAPECE1XXX identifies the main office of Ministerio de Salud Publica in Quito, Ecuador. Use it when a payment to Ministerio de Salud Publica does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Ministerio de Salud Publica take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ministerio de Salud Publica?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MSAPECE1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in MSAPECE1XXX mean?
MSAP is the bank code of Ministerio de Salud Publica, EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, E1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Are MSAPECE1 and MSAPECE1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MSAPECE1 is the short version of MSAPECE1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Ministerio de Salud Publica in Quito.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ministerio de Salud Publica in Ecuador?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.