SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH002
PRBLBDDH002 belongs to Prime Bank Limited in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRBLBDDH002 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 002 |
| Bank | Prime Bank Limited |
| Branch | Khatunganj Branch |
| City | Chittagong |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Prime Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 002 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 SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH002?
PRBLBDDH002 identifies Khatunganj Branch, a branch or department of Prime Bank Limited in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use PRBLBDDH002 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PRBLBDDH002 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in PRBLBDDH002 stand for?
PRBL is the bank code of Prime Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 002 identifies the department Khatunganj Branch.
How long does a transfer to Prime Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Prime Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH002, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Prime Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.