SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA130
UNAFNGLA130 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA130 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 130 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Obalende Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| 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.
- 130 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 uses BIC UNAFNGLA130?
UNAFNGLA130 identifies Obalende Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA130 mean?
UNAF is the bank code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and 130 identifies the department Obalende Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA130, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA130 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLA130 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA130?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA130 is Obalende Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UNAFNGLA130 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.