SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ518
PICHECEQ518 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ518 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 518 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. Quicentro |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way 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.
- 518 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 SWIFT code PICHECEQ518?
PICHECEQ518 is the SWIFT/BIC code of AG. Quicentro, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ518, 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 PICHECEQ518 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICHECEQ518 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ518?
PICHECEQ points to the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ518 is AG. Quicentro. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PICHECEQ518 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.