SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA179
UNAFNGLA179 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Maiduguri, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA179 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 179 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Baga Road Branch |
| City | Maiduguri |
| 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.
- 179 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code UNAFNGLA179?
The code UNAFNGLA179 belongs to Baga Road Branch, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Maiduguri, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA179, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA179?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA179 points to Baga Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA179.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 112 SWIFT/BIC codes for United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.