SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH023
PRBLBDDH023 belongs to Prime Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRBLBDDH023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | Prime Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sat Masjid Road Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| 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.
- 023 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 branch uses SWIFT code PRBLBDDH023?
PRBLBDDH023 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sat Masjid Road Branch, part of Prime Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use PRBLBDDH023 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PRBLBDDH023 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of PRBLBDDH023 mean?
PRBL is the bank code of Prime Bank Limited, BD stands for Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and 023 is the code of the branch Sat Masjid Road Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Prime Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH023, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Prime Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Prime Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bangladesh with transfer services 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.