SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA024

UNAFNGLA024 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Uyo, Nigeria.

UNAFNGLA024

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNAFNGLA024
8-character codeUNAFNGLA
Branch code024
BankUnited Bank For Africa PLC
BranchUyo Branch
CityUyo
CountryNigeria

How the United Bank For Africa PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
024 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 uses BIC UNAFNGLA024?

UNAFNGLA024 identifies Uyo Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Uyo, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA024?

UNAFNGLA points to the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA024 is Uyo Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA024.

What happens if I use UNAFNGLA024 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA024 with the recipient before you confirm.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA024, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Has United Bank For Africa PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.