SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA034
UNAFNGLA034 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Warri, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA034 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 034 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Effurun Branch |
| City | Warri |
| Country | Nigeria |
How the United Bank For Africa PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 034 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 code UNAFNGLA034?
UNAFNGLA034 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Effurun Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Warri, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA034 stand for?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the location code and 034 identifies the branch Effurun Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA034, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nigeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA034?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA034 is Effurun Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA034.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.