SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ519
PICHECEQ519 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ519 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 519 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. C.c.inaquito |
| 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.
- 519 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 PICHECEQ519?
The code PICHECEQ519 belongs to AG. C.c.inaquito, 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.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ519 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ519 against the details from Banco Pichincha C.a. before you confirm.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ519 stand for?
PICH is the institution code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 519 is the code of the branch AG. C.c.inaquito.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ519?
PICHECEQ is the main office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ519 points to AG. C.c.inaquito. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use PICHECEQ519 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ519, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.