SWIFT/BIC code UNAFZMLUXXX
UNAFZMLUXXX belongs to United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFZMLUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFZMLU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lusaka |
| Country | Zambia |
How the United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited 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.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LU 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
Which institution is behind BIC UNAFZMLUXXX?
UNAFZMLUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNAFZMLUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Zambia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of UNAFZMLUXXX mean?
UNAF is the bank code of United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited, ZM stands for Zambia, LU is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Zambia with specialist providers before you send.
Does United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, UNAFZMLUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for United Bank For Africa Zambia Limited in Zambia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.