SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA223
UNAFNGLA223 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Aba, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA223 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 223 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Eziukwu Branch |
| City | Aba |
| Country | Nigeria |
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.
- 223 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 code UNAFNGLA223?
UNAFNGLA223 identifies Eziukwu Branch, a unit of United Bank For Africa PLC in Aba, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use UNAFNGLA223 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLA223 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does United Bank For Africa PLC have other 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.
Can I use UNAFNGLA instead of UNAFNGLA223?
UNAFNGLA points to the head office of United Bank For Africa PLC, while UNAFNGLA223 is Eziukwu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNAFNGLA223.
What do the letters in UNAFNGLA223 mean?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the location code and 223 identifies the branch Eziukwu Branch.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.