SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ111
PICHECEQ111 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. Alborada |
| City | Guayaquil |
| Country | Ecuador |
How the Banco Pichincha C.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 111 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 PICHECEQ111?
PICHECEQ111 identifies AG. Alborada, part of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of PICHECEQ111 stand for?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 111 identifies the branch AG. Alborada.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ111?
PICHECEQ points to the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ111 is AG. Alborada. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PICHECEQ111.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ111 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ111 against the details from Banco Pichincha C.a. before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ111, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.