SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA222

UNAFNGLA222 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Eket, Nigeria.

UNAFNGLA222

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNAFNGLA222
8-character codeUNAFNGLA
Branch code222
BankUnited Bank For Africa PLC
BranchEket Branch
CityEket
CountryNigeria

How 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.
222 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 UNAFNGLA222?

UNAFNGLA222 identifies Eket Branch, part of United Bank For Africa PLC in Eket, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA222 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNAFNGLA222 against the details from United Bank For Africa PLC before you confirm.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa PLC?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA222, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

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

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.

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.

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