SWIFT/BIC code CITINGLAXXX
CITINGLAXXX belongs to Citibank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITINGLAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITINGLA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citibank Nigeria Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
How the Citibank Nigeria Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CITINGLAXXX?
The code CITINGLAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Citibank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. Use it when you send money to an account at Citibank Nigeria Limited.
Is CITINGLA and CITINGLAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CITINGLA is the short version of CITINGLAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Citibank Nigeria Limited in Lagos.
Does Citibank Nigeria Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Citibank Nigeria Limited in Nigeria. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter CITINGLAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CITINGLAXXX against the details from Citibank Nigeria Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Citibank Nigeria Limited in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Citibank Nigeria Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CITINGLAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.