SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLA304
UNAFNGLA304 belongs to United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFNGLA304 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFNGLA |
| Branch code | 304 |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa PLC |
| Branch | Foreign Currenct Domiciliary |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
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.
- 304 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 SWIFT code UNAFNGLA304?
UNAFNGLA304 identifies Foreign Currenct Domiciliary, a branch or department of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
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.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank For Africa PLC in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of UNAFNGLA304 mean?
UNAF is the institution code of United Bank For Africa PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and 304 identifies the department Foreign Currenct Domiciliary.
What happens if I enter UNAFNGLA304 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNAFNGLA304 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.