SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA137
UNAFNGLA137 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Kano, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA137 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 137 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Kano Waje Branch |
| City | Kano |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way 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.
- 137 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 UNAFNGLA137?
UNAFNGLA137 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kano Waje Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Kano, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA137 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA137 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA137?
UNAFNGLA points to the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA137 is Kano Waje Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA137.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA137, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
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. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.