SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ540
PICHECEQ540 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ540 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 540 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Branch 540 |
| 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.
- 540 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 PICHECEQ540?
PICHECEQ540 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch 540, a branch or department of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ540, 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.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ540 stand for?
PICH is the institution code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC stands for Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 540 is the code of the department Branch 540.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ540 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICHECEQ540 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ540?
PICHECEQ is the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ540 is Branch 540. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PICHECEQ540 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.