SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA113
UNAFNGLA113 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nnewi, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA113 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 113 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Nnewi Branch |
| City | Nnewi |
| 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.
- 113 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 UNAFNGLA113?
UNAFNGLA113 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nnewi Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Nnewi, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA113?
UNAFNGLA is the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA113 points to Nnewi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA113.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
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. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA113 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLA113 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.