SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ513
PICHECEQ513 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ513 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 513 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. la Republica |
| 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.
- 513 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 BIC PICHECEQ513?
PICHECEQ513 is the SWIFT/BIC code of AG. la Republica, a unit 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, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ513, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of PICHECEQ513 stand for?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 513 is the code of the branch AG. la Republica.
Has Banco Pichincha C.a. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Pichincha C.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.