SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ538
PICHECEQ538 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ538 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 538 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Branch 538 |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
How 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.
- 538 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 is behind BIC PICHECEQ538?
PICHECEQ538 identifies Branch 538, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ538 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 538 identifies the branch Branch 538.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ538 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PICHECEQ538 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ538, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.