SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA159
UNAFNGLA159 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Mubi, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA159 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 159 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Mubi Branch |
| City | Mubi |
| 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.
- 159 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 BIC UNAFNGLA159?
The code UNAFNGLA159 belongs to Mubi Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Mubi, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA159 mean?
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 159 identifies the department Mubi Branch.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA159?
UNAFNGLA is the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA159 points to Mubi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA159.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA159, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.