SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA114
UNAFNGLA114 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Abuja, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA114 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 114 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Abuja Branch |
| City | Abuja |
| Country | Nigeria |
How 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.
- 114 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA114?
The code UNAFNGLA114 belongs to Abuja Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Abuja, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA114 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNAFNGLA114 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA114 stand for?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and 114 identifies the department Abuja Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nigeria with transfer services before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA114, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.