PRIME VIDEO — Amazon Prime Video Bank Charge Explained

PRIME VIDEO on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Amazon Prime Video, a subscription company. Amazon Prime Video is Amazon's streaming service, available as part of a Prime membership or as a standalone subscription. Recurring charges are your monthly or annual subscription, and you may see separate amounts for film or TV rentals and channel add-ons such as Paramount+ or MGM+.

What Is the PRIME VIDEO Charge?

PRIME VIDEO is a transaction descriptor for Amazon Prime Video, a subscription company.

Amazon Prime Video is Amazon's streaming service, available as part of a Prime membership or as a standalone subscription. Recurring charges are your monthly or annual subscription, and you may see separate amounts for film or TV rentals and channel add-ons such as Paramount+ or MGM+. Look for PRIMEVIDEO, AMAZON PRIME or AMZN Digital on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code PRIME VIDEO is the official identifier that Amazon Prime Video registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the PRIME VIDEO Charge Legitimate?

A charge from this merchant may relate to a purchase, subscription, trial or another transaction. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised. It may help to check your email for a receipt, or log into your Amazon Prime Video account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a PRIME VIDEO Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Amazon Prime Video by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Amazon Prime Video and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does Amazon Prime Video Use on Bank Statements?

Amazon Prime Video may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About PRIME VIDEO

What is PRIME VIDEO on my bank statement?

PRIME VIDEO is a bank statement transaction code for Amazon Prime Video, a subscription company. Amazon Prime Video is Amazon's streaming service, available as part of a Prime membership or as a standalone subscription. Recurring charges are your monthly or annual subscription, and you may see separate amounts for film or TV rentals and channel add-ons such as Paramount+ or MGM+. Look for PRIMEVIDEO, AMAZON PRIME or AMZN Digital on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is PRIME VIDEO a scam?

A charge from this merchant may relate to a purchase, subscription, trial or another transaction. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised. It may help to check your email for a receipt, or log into your Amazon Prime Video account to review recent activity.

Why is PRIME VIDEO on my bank statement?

PRIME VIDEO appears on your statement because Amazon Prime Video processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel PRIME VIDEO?

If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

How do I get a refund for a PRIME VIDEO charge?

If you cannot resolve this with the merchant, contact your bank or card issuer. They can explain what options may be available for this type of payment and whether any time limits apply.

For more information about Amazon Prime Video and all its known transaction codes, visit the Amazon Prime Video merchant page.