SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ552
PICHECEQ552 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ552 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 552 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | AG. |
| City | Quito |
| Country | Ecuador |
How 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.
- 552 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 SWIFT code PICHECEQ552?
The code PICHECEQ552 belongs to 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.
What does each part of PICHECEQ552 mean?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the location code and 552 is the code of the department AG..
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ552, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ552?
PICHECEQ points to the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ552 is AG.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PICHECEQ552 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use PICHECEQ552 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PICHECEQ552 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.