SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA023
UNAFNGLA023 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Ikom, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Ikom Branch |
| City | Ikom |
| 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.
- 023 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 SWIFT code UNAFNGLA023?
UNAFNGLA023 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ikom Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Ikom, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA023 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLA023 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA023, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA023 stand for?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and 023 is the code of the branch Ikom Branch.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA023?
UNAFNGLA is the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA023 points to Ikom Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA023.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.