SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ502
PICHECEQ502 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ502 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 502 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Head International Division |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
How 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.
- 502 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 branch uses SWIFT code PICHECEQ502?
PICHECEQ502 identifies Head International Division, part of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ502, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ502 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ502 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
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 the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Does Banco Pichincha C.a. have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.