SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA008
UNAFNGLA008 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Ebute Metta Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the United Bank For Africa PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 008 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 BIC UNAFNGLA008?
UNAFNGLA008 identifies Ebute Metta Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA008, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA008 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNAFNGLA008 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.