SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA009
UNAFNGLA009 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA009 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 009 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Idumagbo Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
How 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.
- 009 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA009?
UNAFNGLA009 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Idumagbo Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Banks often 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA009, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA009 stand for?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and 009 is the code of the department Idumagbo Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.