Union Bank Albania SWIFT code is the official international identifier for Union Bank Sh.A. The 8-character version is UNALALTR, while the extended 11-character format is UNALALTRXXX. Sometimes it may appear as UNALALTR XXX, but the correct form is always UNALALTRXXX without spaces.
The registered head-office address for this SWIFT code is:
Union Bank Sh.A., Floor 13, Bulvardi Zogu I, Katesh Përballë Stacionit të Trenit, Tirana, Albania.
A SWIFT/BIC code is structured into four parts:
- UNAL → bank code (Union Bank)
- AL → country code (Albania)
- TR → location code (Tirana)
- XXX → branch code (head office)
From this structure, UNALALTR identifies Union Bank Albania in Tirana. Adding XXX makes it the complete 11-character head-office SWIFT code: UNALALTRXXX.
Quick reference (copy-ready):
- 8-character SWIFT/BIC: UNALALTR
- 11-character SWIFT/BIC: UNALALTRXXX
- Bank: Union Bank Sh.A.
- Address: Floor 13, Bulvardi Zogu I, Katesh Përballë Stacionit të Trenit, Tirana, Albania
- Usage: International transfers to or from Union Bank Albania accounts
When to use it
Use the Union Bank Albania SWIFT code whenever you are sending funds from abroad to Union Bank Albania accounts or receiving international payments.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing spaces in the SWIFT code (always use UNALALTRXXX, not “UNALALTR XXX”).
- Confusing Union Bank Albania with similarly named Union Banks in other countries.
- Using only the 8-character version when your transfer form requires the 11-character format.
Step-by-step guide to making a transfer with Union Bank Albania SWIFT code
- Confirm the recipient’s full account name and Union Bank Albania account number.
- Enter the SWIFT code: UNALALTR (8-character) or UNALALTRXXX (11-character).
- Provide the registered bank address: Floor 13, Bulvardi Zogu I, Katesh Përballë Stacionit të Trenit, Tirana, Albania.
- Select the transfer currency (EUR, USD, GBP, etc.).
- Decide how fees will be covered (sender, recipient, or shared).
- Clearly state the purpose of the transfer (e.g., tuition, remittance, invoice).
- Double-check all details before confirming.
- Save the transaction slip and provide the reference number to the recipient.
Final checklist
✔ Recipient’s account details correct
✔ Correct SWIFT code entered (UNALALTR or UNALALTRXXX)
✔ Bank address included if required
✔ Purpose of transfer clearly indicated
✔ Fees arrangement agreed
By using the Union Bank Albania SWIFT code properly, you ensure that international transfers are processed securely, efficiently, and without delays.
