SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA136
UNAFNGLA136 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Kano, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA136 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 136 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Kano Sharada Branch |
| City | Kano |
| 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.
- 136 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 code UNAFNGLA136?
The code UNAFNGLA136 belongs to Kano Sharada Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Kano, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA136 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNAFNGLA136 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA136 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 136 identifies the department Kano Sharada Branch.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA136?
UNAFNGLA is the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA136 is Kano Sharada Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA136.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.