SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ120
PICHECEQ120 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ120 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 120 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Branch 120 |
| City | Guayaquil |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Banco Pichincha C.a. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 120 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 bank is behind BIC PICHECEQ120?
PICHECEQ120 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch 120, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ120?
PICHECEQ points to the main office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ120 points to Branch 120. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PICHECEQ120 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ120 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICHECEQ120 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ120, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ120 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 120 is the code of the department Branch 120.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.