SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ509
PICHECEQ509 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ509 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 509 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | International Correspondents |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Banco Pichincha C.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 509 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 uses BIC PICHECEQ509?
The code PICHECEQ509 belongs to International Correspondents, part of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ509, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ509?
PICHECEQ points to the main office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ509 points to International Correspondents. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PICHECEQ509 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Banco Pichincha C.a. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Pichincha C.a..
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ509 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICHECEQ509 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.