SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ528
PICHECEQ528 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ528 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 528 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way the Banco Pichincha C.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 528 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 PICHECEQ528?
PICHECEQ528 identifies 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.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ528?
PICHECEQ is the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ528 is AG.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PICHECEQ528 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ528, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Banco Pichincha C.a. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.