SWIFT/BIC code UNILYESAXXX
UNILYESAXXX belongs to United Bank Limited in Sanaa, Yemen.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNILYESAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNILYESA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sanaa |
| Country | Yemen |
How the United Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNIL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- YE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SA 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 bank uses SWIFT code UNILYESAXXX?
UNILYESAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of United Bank Limited in Sanaa, Yemen. It is the code to use when a payment to United Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to United Bank Limited in Yemen?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use UNILYESAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNILYESAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at United Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNILYESAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Yemen is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in UNILYESAXXX stand for?
UNIL is the bank code of United Bank Limited, YE stands for Yemen, SA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Yemen 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.