SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA118
UNAFNGLA118 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Shendam, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA118 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 118 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Shendam |
| City | Shendam |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way 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.
- 118 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA118?
UNAFNGLA118 identifies Shendam, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Shendam, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA118 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 118 identifies the department Shendam.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA118, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.