SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ108
PICHECEQ108 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ108 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 108 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. Centro |
| 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.
- 108 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 PICHECEQ108?
The code PICHECEQ108 belongs to AG. Centro, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ108 stand for?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 108 identifies the branch AG. Centro.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ108, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ108 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICHECEQ108 against the details from Banco Pichincha C.a. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.