SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA062
UNAFNGLA062 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA062 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 062 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Kaduna North Branch |
| City | Kaduna |
| 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.
- 062 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code UNAFNGLA062?
The code UNAFNGLA062 belongs to Kaduna North Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Kaduna, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA062 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA062 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA062, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.