SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ101
PICHECEQ101 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 101 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. |
| City | Guayaquil |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Banco Pichincha C.a. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PICH 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.
- 101 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 BIC PICHECEQ101?
The code PICHECEQ101 belongs to AG., a branch or department of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ101?
PICHECEQ is the main office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ101 points to AG.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PICHECEQ101.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ101 mean?
PICH is the institution code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 101 identifies the department AG..
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Banco Pichincha C.a. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Pichincha C.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.