SWIFT/BIC code UNAFNGLAXXX

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

UNAFNGLAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNAFNGLAXXX
8-character codeUNAFNGLA
Branch codeXXX
BankUnited Bank For Africa PLC
BranchHead office
CityLagos
CountryNigeria

The way 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.
XXX 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 uses SWIFT code UNAFNGLAXXX?

The code UNAFNGLAXXX belongs to the main office of United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. It is the code to use when a payment to United Bank For Africa PLC does not need a specific branch.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks add 1–3% 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.

Is UNAFNGLA and UNAFNGLAXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. UNAFNGLA is the short version of UNAFNGLAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach United Bank For Africa PLC in Lagos.

What happens if I enter UNAFNGLAXXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNAFNGLAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

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

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

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