SWIFT/BIC code ABNGNGLAXXX
ABNGNGLAXXX belongs to Access Bank PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABNGNGLAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABNGNGLA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Access Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
How the Access Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABNG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code ABNGNGLAXXX?
ABNGNGLAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Access Bank PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use it when a payment to Access Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ABNGNGLAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABNGNGLAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Access Bank PLC in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Access Bank PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ABNGNGLAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Access Bank PLC in Nigeria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Access Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABNGNGLAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in ABNGNGLAXXX mean?
ABNG is the bank code of Access Bank PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.