SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH099
PRBLBDDH099 belongs to Prime Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRBLBDDH099 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 099 |
| Bank | Prime Bank Limited |
| Branch | International Division |
| 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.
- 099 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 code PRBLBDDH099?
PRBLBDDH099 identifies International Division, a branch or department of Prime Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of PRBLBDDH099 stand for?
PRBL is the institution code of Prime Bank Limited, BD stands for Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and 099 is the code of the branch International Division.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Prime Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PRBLBDDH099, 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 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.
How long does a transfer to Prime Bank Limited take in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use PRBLBDDH099 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PRBLBDDH099 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.