SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQXXX
PICHECEQXXX belongs to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICHECEQXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICHECEQ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Pichincha C.a. |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQXXX?
PICHECEQXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito, Ecuador. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a..
What is the best way to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is PICHECEQ and PICHECEQXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. PICHECEQ is the short version of PICHECEQXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banco Pichincha C.a. in Quito.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Pichincha C.a.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Pichincha C.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PICHECEQXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ecuador uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PICHECEQXXX 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 XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.