SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA215
UNAFNGLA215 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Abuja, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA215 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 215 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Nicon Noga Branch |
| City | Abuja |
| 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.
- 215 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA215?
UNAFNGLA215 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nicon Noga Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Abuja, Nigeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA215, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA215?
UNAFNGLA is the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA215 points to Nicon Noga Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA215.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.