SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA221
UNAFNGLA221 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA221 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 221 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Oke Arin Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the United Bank For Africa PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 221 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 is behind BIC UNAFNGLA221?
The code UNAFNGLA221 belongs to Oke Arin Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA221 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFNGLA221 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA221, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have 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 do the letters in UNAFNGLA221 stand for?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and 221 is the code of the department Oke Arin Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.