SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA150
UNAFNGLA150 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA150 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 150 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Marina West 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.
- 150 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 code UNAFNGLA150?
The code UNAFNGLA150 belongs to Marina West Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA150, the account number or IBAN 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?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA150 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLA150 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA150 mean?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the location code and 150 identifies the branch Marina West Branch.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got more 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.