SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ551
PICHECEQ551 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ551 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 551 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Suc. El Valle |
| 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.
- 551 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 BIC PICHECEQ551?
PICHECEQ551 identifies Suc. El Valle, a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ551, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Many banks 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.
What does each part of PICHECEQ551 stand for?
PICH is the institution code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 551 is the code of the branch Suc. El Valle.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ551 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICHECEQ551 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.