SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA166
UNAFNGLA166 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Ibadan, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA166 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 166 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Iwo Road Branch |
| City | Ibadan |
| 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.
- 166 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 UNAFNGLA166?
UNAFNGLA166 identifies Iwo Road Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Ibadan, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nigeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA166 stand for?
UNAF is the bank code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the location code and 166 is the code of the department Iwo Road Branch.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA166 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA166 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before you confirm.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.