Sterling Bank Plc Sort Codes for All Branches in Nigeria

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Sterling Bank Plc is a national commercial bank with branches across Nigeria in states including Lagos, Abuja, Rivers, Kano, Oyo, Edo, and many others. For local electronic fund transfers, direct debits, and inter‑bank payments, you will often be asked to provide the sort code for your specific branch.

Sterling Bank Plc Sort Codes for All Branches in Nigeria

This post provides a complete and detailed list of Sterling Bank Plc branch sort codes across Nigeria to help you complete forms accurately and process transactions without delays.

What a Sort Code Is

A sort code in Nigeria is a 9‑digit number that identifies both the bank and the branch where an account is held. The first three digits represent the bank’s unique code, for Sterling Bank this is 232, the fourth digit typically represents a region or state grouping, and the remaining five digits identify the specific branch.

Sterling Bank Plc Branch Sort Codes (Complete List)

The table below shows known sort codes for Sterling Bank Plc branches across Nigeria. These codes are compiled from multiple public bank sort code directories.

BranchCityStateSort Code
Head Office (Sterling House)Lagos IslandLagos232150016
Apapa (Creek Road)ApapaLagos232150029
BalogunLagosLagos232150032
Adeola Hopewell, Victoria IslandVictoria IslandLagos232150045
Ikeja (Oba Akran Avenue)IkejaLagos232150058
MarinaLagos IslandLagos232150061
Victoria IslandLagosLagos232150074
IkejaIkejaLagos232150087
Apapa (secondary)ApapaLagos232150090
Oke ArinLagos IslandLagos232150100
IdumotaLagos IslandLagos232150113
Ikeja (Allen Avenue)IkejaLagos232150126
DalekoLagosLagos232150142
WilloughbyLagosLagos232150155
IddoLagosLagos232150168
IponriLagosLagos232150171
Ojuwoye, MushinLagosLagos232150184
IgbosereLagosLagos232150197
Broad StreetLagos IslandLagos232150207
IlupejuLagosLagos232150210
Orile CokerLagosLagos232150223
Isheri (Idimu)LagosLagos232150236
Idumagbo AvenueLagos IslandLagos232150388
Ijoko/OtaOtaOgun232150281
IkoyiIkoyiLagos232150294
MatoriLagosLagos232150375
Trade FairLagosLagos232150362
SurulereSurulereLagos232150456
YabaYabaLagos232150443
Kaduna (multiple)KadunaKaduna232110014, 232110043
AbaAbaAbia232100011
OwerriOwerriImo232100053
IbadanIbadanOyo232190018
IwoIwoOsun232190021
Ibadan (Dugbe)IbadanOyo232190034
Ibadan (J. Allen)IbadanOyo232190063
Kano (multiple)KanoKano232120017, 232120020, 232120033, 232120046, 232120075
DutseDutseJigawa232120143
Port HarcourtPort HarcourtRivers232210011, 232210024, 232210037, 232210053, 232210082
YenagoaYenagoaBayelsa232210040
Abuja (Wuse)AbujaFCT232080018, 232080050, 232080092
Abuja (Garki)AbujaFCT232080021, 232080034, 232080102
OnitshaOnitshaAnambra232250013, 232250026, 232250039, 232250110
OreOreOndo232180015
AkureAkureOndo232180028
Benin CityBenin CityEdo232040016
AsabaAsabaDelta232040029
EnuguEnuguEnugu232250042
UyoUyoAkwa Ibom232010017
JosJosPlateau232200018
KatsinaKatsinaKatsina232130010
SokotoSokotoSokoto232220014
GusauGusauZamfara232370016
Ilorin (Challenge)IlorinKwara232140013
CalabarCalabarCross River232070015
MaiduguriMaiduguriBorno232060012

How to Use These Sort Codes

You will need a sort code when:

  • Making a local transfer to another Sterling Bank account.
  • Filling out payment instructions that ask for bank details.
  • Setting up direct debit or regular electronic payments.

A correct sort code helps ensure your transfer is routed to the correct branch within Nigerian banking infrastructure.

Confirming Sort Codes

Sort codes can change if branches relocate or merge, so it is good practice to:

  1. Verify with your bank statement or confirmation message from the bank.
  2. Contact Sterling Bank Plc directly.
  3. Check online banking details which sometimes list the branch sort code.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are sort codes the same as SWIFT codes?

No. Sort codes are used within Nigeria for local transfers, while SWIFT codes are for international transfers.

Can two branches share a sort code?

Typically no. Each branch is expected to have a unique sort code for accurate transaction routing.

Conclusion

This table represents the most detailed list of Sterling Bank Plc sort codes across Nigeria currently available online. Use the correct sort code for your branch to ensure successful processing of local bank transactions.

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