SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ526
PICHECEQ526 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ526 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 526 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. |
| 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.
- 526 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
What bank uses SWIFT code PICHECEQ526?
PICHECEQ526 is the SWIFT/BIC code of AG., part of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ526 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICHECEQ526 with the recipient before sending.
Does Banco Pichincha C.a. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of PICHECEQ526 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 526 is the code of the branch AG..
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.