SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ610
PICHECEQ610 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Portoviejo, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ610 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 610 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Portoviejo |
| 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.
- 610 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 SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ610?
The code PICHECEQ610 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a., a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Portoviejo, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter PICHECEQ610 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PICHECEQ610 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banco Pichincha C.a. take in Ecuador?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Ecuador?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ610, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in PICHECEQ610 stand for?
PICH is the bank code of Banco Pichincha C.a., EC is the ISO code of Ecuador, EQ is the code for the city or region and 610 identifies the branch Banco Pichincha C.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.