SWIFT/BIC code WEMANGLA02K
WEMANGLA02K belongs to Wema Bank PLC in Kano, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WEMANGLA02K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WEMANGLA |
| Branch code | 02K |
| Bank | Wema Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kano |
| Country | Nigeria |
How the Wema Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WEMA 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.
- 02K 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code WEMANGLA02K?
WEMANGLA02K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wema Bank PLC, part of Wema Bank PLC in Kano, Nigeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in WEMANGLA02K stand for?
WEMA is the institution code of Wema Bank PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and 02K identifies the branch Wema Bank PLC.
Can I use WEMANGLA instead of WEMANGLA02K?
WEMANGLA is the head office of Wema Bank PLC, while WEMANGLA02K points to Wema Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use WEMANGLA02K if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Wema Bank PLC in Nigeria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Wema Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wema Bank PLC in Nigeria, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Wema Bank PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.