SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA012
UNAFNGLA012 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Falomo 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.
- 012 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA012?
The code UNAFNGLA012 belongs to Falomo Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA012?
UNAFNGLA points to the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA012 points to Falomo Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UNAFNGLA012 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA012 mean?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and 012 is the code of the branch Falomo Branch.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA012 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA012 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.