SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ539
PICHECEQ539 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ539 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 539 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Branch 539 |
| 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.
- 539 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/BIC code PICHECEQ539?
PICHECEQ539 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch 539, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ539?
PICHECEQ is the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ539 points to Branch 539. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use PICHECEQ539 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ539, 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.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ539 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ539 against the details from Banco Pichincha C.a. before you confirm.
Does Banco Pichincha C.a. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 88 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Pichincha C.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.