SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA219

UNAFNGLA219 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.

UNAFNGLA219

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNAFNGLA219
8-character codeUNAFNGLA
Branch code219
BankUnited Bank For Africa PLC
BranchBreadfruit Branch
CityLagos
CountryNigeria

How 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.
219 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 UNAFNGLA219?

The code UNAFNGLA219 belongs to Breadfruit Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Only use it if 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Nigeria with transfer services before you send.

Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA219?

UNAFNGLA points to the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA219 points to Breadfruit Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UNAFNGLA219 if the recipient asks for it.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA219, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa PLC take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

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. All of them are listed on the page of United Bank For Africa PLC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.