SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ117
PICHECEQ117 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ117 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 117 |
| 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.
- 117 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 uses BIC PICHECEQ117?
The code PICHECEQ117 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.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ117?
PICHECEQ is the main office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ117 points to AG.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PICHECEQ117.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ117 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ117 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ117 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 117 identifies the department AG..
Has Banco Pichincha C.a. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.