SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA210
UNAFNGLA210 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Sokoto, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA210 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 210 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Gusau Branch |
| City | Sokoto |
| 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.
- 210 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 UNAFNGLA210?
The code UNAFNGLA210 belongs to Gusau Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Sokoto, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nigeria with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA210 mean?
UNAF is the bank code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and 210 identifies the branch Gusau Branch.
Has United Bank For Africa PLC got 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.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA210?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA210 points to Gusau Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA210.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.