SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ503
PICHECEQ503 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ503 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 503 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Domestic Operations |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
How 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.
- 503 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 is behind SWIFT code PICHECEQ503?
PICHECEQ503 identifies Domestic Operations, a branch or department of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Banco Pichincha C.a. have more 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.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ503 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 503 is the code of the department Domestic Operations.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ503 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PICHECEQ503 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ503?
PICHECEQ is the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ503 is Domestic Operations. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PICHECEQ503.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.