Directory of authorized financial institutions

Check which banks, credit unions and mutual savings associations are authorized, with data taken from official registries and the date they were verified.

In short

The directory brings together financial institutions authorized according to each country’s official registries. Each profile shows its source and verification date, and never unsupported data.

Countries

Which country's institutions do you want to see?

Ecuador

Private and public banks (Superintendency of Banks), credit unions and mutual savings associations (SEPS).

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Other countries

Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile and Argentina will be added with their official regulators. Coming soon.

Avoid fraud

Before you deposit money, check that the institution is authorized and be wary of promises of high returns.

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Reference and educational information. Banco.guru is only a guide: it is not a bank and does not sell financial products. Data, examples and results are for reference only and are not real; they depend on the country, the financial institution, taxes and current laws. Always confirm your case with an authorized financial institution before deciding.

Last reviewed: October 21, 2026. Email us at hola@banco.guru if you see anything that needs correcting.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions

What is the Banco.guru directory?

An educational list of authorized financial institutions, built only from official registries. It helps you check that an institution exists and is supervised before you hand over your money or your data.

Which countries does it include?

We're starting with Ecuador, using the registries of the Superintendency of Banks and the SEPS. Other Latin American countries will be added with their official regulators.

Does Banco.guru recommend any institution?

No. We're an educational site, not a bank, and we don't give financial advice. To decide, talk to your bank, broker or a financial advisor you trust.