SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA083
UNAFNGLA083 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA083 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 083 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Trans Amadi Branch |
| City | Port Harcourt |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way 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.
- 083 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 BIC UNAFNGLA083?
The code UNAFNGLA083 belongs to Trans Amadi Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Many banks add several percent 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 – 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA083, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA083 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNAFNGLA083 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.