SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH006
PRBLBDDH006 belongs to Prime Bank Limited in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRBLBDDH006 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 006 |
| Bank | Prime Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sylhet Branch |
| City | Sylhet |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Prime Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 006 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 BIC PRBLBDDH006?
PRBLBDDH006 identifies Sylhet Branch, a unit of Prime Bank Limited in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Prime Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use PRBLBDDH instead of PRBLBDDH006?
PRBLBDDH is the main office of Prime Bank Limited, while PRBLBDDH006 points to Sylhet Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PRBLBDDH006 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Prime Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use PRBLBDDH006 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PRBLBDDH006 against the details from Prime Bank Limited before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Prime Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH006, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.