SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ524
PICHECEQ524 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ524 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 524 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Ag.eloy Alfaro |
| 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.
- 524 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 PICHECEQ524?
PICHECEQ524 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ag.eloy Alfaro, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ524, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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..
What happens if I use PICHECEQ524 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICHECEQ524 against the details from Banco Pichincha C.a. before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ524 stand for?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 524 identifies the branch Ag.eloy Alfaro.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.