SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ505
PICHECEQ505 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ505 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 505 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Money Transfer Department |
| City | Quito |
| 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.
- 505 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 PICHECEQ505?
PICHECEQ505 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Money Transfer Department, part of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ505, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ505 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICHECEQ505 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of PICHECEQ505 mean?
PICH is the institution code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 505 identifies the department Money Transfer Department.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.