SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA084
UNAFNGLA084 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Enugu, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA084 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 084 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Enugu Branch |
| City | Enugu |
| Country | Nigeria |
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.
- 084 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 UNAFNGLA084?
UNAFNGLA084 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Enugu Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Enugu, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA084 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNAFNGLA084 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA084, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA084 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 084 is the code of the department Enugu Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.