SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA004
UNAFNGLA004 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Apapa Wharf Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the United Bank For Africa PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNAF 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.
- 004 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA004?
UNAFNGLA004 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Apapa Wharf Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA004 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNAFNGLA004 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA004 stand for?
UNAF is the bank code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and 004 is the code of the branch Apapa Wharf Branch.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA004, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA004?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA004 points to Apapa Wharf Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA004.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.