SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ700
PICHECEQ700 belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Esmeraldas, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQ700 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | 700 |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Esmeraldas |
| Country | Ecuador |
The way 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.
- 700 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 is behind BIC PICHECEQ700?
PICHECEQ700 identifies Banco Pichincha C.a., a unit of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
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 happens if I enter PICHECEQ700 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PICHECEQ700 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQ700, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PICHECEQ700 mean?
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 700 identifies the branch Banco Pichincha C.a..
Can I use PICHECEQ instead of PICHECEQ700?
PICHECEQ is the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a., while PICHECEQ700 points to Banco Pichincha C.a.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PICHECEQ700.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.