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List of FirstBank USSD Codes - How to Activate FirstBank USSD Code

List of FirstBank USSD Codes - How to Activate FirstBank USSD Code

Learn how to use FirstBank USSD Codes for all types of transactions; sending money, paying bills, buying airtime, and lots more.

Are you a newly registered FirstBank costumer who visits the bank for any transaction? You might want to read this article to learn about the code for FirstBank transactions; sending money, paying bills, buying airtime, and many other features without the need to leave your home for any FirstBank branch.

First Bank of Nigeria Limited is Nigeria’s premier and most valuable banking brand, and largest financial services institution by total assets and gross earnings. This bank has made life easy for costumers to make transactions with its FirstBank dial code. All you need to do is dial *894#, which is the USSD code for FirstBank.

Once you have a FirstBank account with a linked debit card, a phone number profiled for SMS alert and a mobile phone, you are just one dial away from enjoying the FirstBank USSD 894 experience.

This article will provide you with a guide on how to register and use FirstBank short codes for all types of transactions.

 

Article Guide:

  1. Benefits and features of FirstBank USSD codes

  2. Requirements to activate FirstBank USSD code

  3. List of FirstBank USSD code

  4. Steps to activate FirstBank USSD code

  5. FirstBank transfer code

  6. FirstBank BVN code

  7. FirstBank USSD code to check balance

  8. FirstBank loan USSD code

  9. FirstBank account opening USSD code

  10. USSD code to block FirstBank ATM card

  11. Code for buying airtime from FirstBank

  12. FirstBank USSD code for DStv subscription

  13. FirstBank USSD code for GOtv Subscription

  14. FirstBank USSD code for Bet9ja

 

Benefits and Features of FirstBank USSD Codes

It doesn't matter your location, the USSD for FirstBank makes life easy for all FirstBank customers, as it allows you to make all types of transactions without even needing an internet connection.

Here are some benefits of using this FirstBank USSD code:

  1. Quick access

As long as you have an account with FirstBank, you are entitled to access the USSD code FirstBank 894 experience to carry out all types of transactions.

  1. It is secure

This USSD FirstBank code ensures that your account is protected, as it will always ask for your Personal Identification Number before carrying out external transactions.

  1. Convenient

The short code of FirstBank can be used conveniently from anywhere in Nigeria to carry out transactions.

  1. Banking made easy

Being part of the short code FirstBank 894 experience has made life easy for all FirstBank costumers, as there is no need to visit the bank to carry out transactions like money transfers, buying airtime and lots more.

  1. No internet connection needed

One of the interesting benefits of using the USSD code of FirstBank, is that it can be accessed by any mobile device, even devices that cannot access the internet. As long as you dial 894 from your registered phone number, you are good to go.

 

Requirements to Activate FirstBank USSD Code

To activate FirstBank USSD code, you must have the following available:

  • A FirstBank account,

  • Your linked debit card,

  • A phone number linked to your FirstBank account, profiled for SMS alert,

  • Any mobile phone.

 

List of FirstBank USSD Code

Find the list of all First Bank transaction types and their short code in the table below.

FirstBank USSD Transaction Type

FirstBank Transaction USSD Code

For account opening

Dial *894*0#

Airtime recharge for self

Dial *894*Amount#

Airtime recharge for others

Dial *894*Amount*Phone Number#

For transfer

Dial *894*Amount*Account Number#

USSD for mini-statement

Dial *894*Account Number#

To check balance

Dial *894*00#

To deactivate your mobile number from USSD profile

Dial *894*911#

 

Steps to Activate FirstBank USSD Code

To activate FirstBank USSD quick banking service is quite easy. Simply follow the guidelines below to learn how to register and activate this mobile banking service:

  1. Dial *894*0# and a list of masked debit card numbers linked to your account will be displayed

  2. Select your preferred debit card

  3. Enter the 4-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) for the selected debit card

  4. Create a new 5-digit PIN and your USSD code for First Bank registration is complete.

Note: Ensure that you use a PIN you can easily remember.

 

FirstBank Transfer Code

If you need to send money to friends and family, you can carry out this transaction without the need for internet connection. This section highlights the mobile transfer code for FirstBank to transfer money to other accounts, including other FirstBank accounts.

With FirstBank USSD code for transfer, there will be no need to visit the bank to send money to friends and family, as you can access FirstBank transfer code on mobile phones. You can carry out this transaction for other First Bank accounts or accounts holders from other banks.

As long as you are registered for FirstBank USSD transfer, you can use this FirstBank transfer code without ATM or the mobile app. All you have to do is dial the FirstBank USSD transfer code.

The code to transfer money from first bank to other banks, or other FirstBank accounts is *894*Amount*Account Number#. Follow the next instructions by selecting the beneficiary bank, confirming the amount, beneficiary name and entering your five-digit PIN.

For example, dial *894*7000*0123456789# to transfer 7,000 naira to 0123456789. Please make sure that you enter the correct beneficiary details including account number, bank name and your transfer pin to validate the transaction.

Note: The USSD code for FirstBank transfer to other banks is the same code to transfer money from FirstBank to other FirstBank accounts.

 

FirstBank BVN Code

BVN is Bank Verification Number, and it is a biometric identification system established by the Central Bank of Nigeria in alliance with the Nigerian Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS) to reduce illegal banking transactions.

The BVN code is an 11 digit number that acts as your universal ID in all banks in Nigeria. You don’t need to access the internet to check your BVN code, and you don’t need any high-end smartphones, to link your BVN to your account or to check your BVN details.

If you haven't linked your BVN to your First Bank account, the easiest and most suitable way to do this is by dialing the official USSD code on your mobile phone.

Follow these easy steps to link your BVN to your First Bank account on your phone:

  1. Ensure that you use the mobile number used during bank account registration.

  2. Dial *894*BVN# For example, if your BVN is 57370, then you will have to dial *894*57370#

  3. You will receive a message from First Bank on your mobile phone confirming that you have linked your BVN to your First Bank account successfully.

However, if you have linked your BVN to your First Bank account, and you need to see your BVN details, you can simply dial *565*0# which is the USSD code for BVN FirstBank, on any mobile device to access your BVN details.

 

FirstBank USSD Code to Check Balance

You may need to check your account balance to be sure of the exact figures you have in your account sometimes, and you can do this by dialing the FirstBank account balance USSD code. Some people even go as far queuing up to use ATM machines just to see their balance, when they can simply dial the FirstBank USSD code to check account balance.

The FirstBank USSD code for account balance is supported by all Nigerian mobile network. All you have to do is dial the FirstBank USSD balance check code from an account linked phone number.

To do this, dial *894*00# which is the code to check FirstBank account balance, and follow the instructions displayed on your screen. Then your account balance will be sent to you via SMS.

Note: The USSD code for FirstBank account balance can only be dialed from a registered phone number that is linked to your FirstBank account, and this service incurs charges.

 

FirstBank Loan USSD Code

Did you know that there is a USSD code to borrow money from FirstBank? If you need money to finance your business, or start up a building project, you can request a quick cash loan from First Bank by dialing the USSD code for FirstBank loan.

FirstBank is one of the top banks in Nigeria that offers instant cash bank loans without paperwork or collateral with a low interest rates, and enables easy access to this service by dialing the FirstBank USSD code for loan.

To apply for any loan from FirstBank, simply dial the FirstBank USSD loan code *894*11# to get started. It's that easy!

You can also follow these steps to borrow money from FirstBank:

  • Dial the code *894#

  • select 3 (Get Loans)

  • The next menu will show your eligible loan amount

  • Type your desired amount and send

  • Interest rate, management fees and Insurance will be displayed

  • Input five digit transaction PIN to accept terms and conditions

  • The loan will then be disbursed into your salary account as soon as possible.

Note: Your bank account must be a salary account that must have received salary for at least 6 months for you to be eligible for a loan from First Bank Nigeria PLC.

 

FirstBank Account Opening USSD Code

As mentioned earlier, the USSD code to open FirstBank account is *894*0#.

Follow the step-by-step guidelines below to open a FirstBank account on your phone:

  1. Dial *894*0# with the phone number linked to your First Bank account

  2. a list of masked debit card numbers linked to your account will be displayed on the new screen

  3. Select your preferred debit card from the list

  4. Enter the 4-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) for the selected debit card

  5. Create a new 5-digit PIN that will he used to confirm and authenticate your transactions, and you have successfully opened a First Bank account on your phone.

 

USSD Code to Block FirstBank ATM Card

In cases of unauthorized withdrawal of funds from your account, or even displacing your ATM card might require you to take action by blocking your ATM card. However, for First Bank costumers, this comes in handy as you can do this by sending an SMS. All you have to do is send “BLOCK” to 30012 through SMS alert.

This SMS must be sent from the phone number linked to the affected bank account. Within 24 hours your ATM card will be blocked and you won't be able to withdraw or make payment with it again.

 

Code for Buying Airtime from FirstBank

Still on the 894 experience, you might need to purchase airtime for yourself or for friends and family.

To purchase airtime for yourself, simply dial the FirstBank airtime transfer code. Dial *894*Amount# to recharge for self. For example; *894*1000#, to buy 1000 naira airtime for your mobile number registered with FirstBank account.

To recharge for others, dial *894*Amount*Phone Number# and enter five-digit PIN. For example; *894*1000*08012345678# and enter your five-digit PIN.

Note: FirstBank customers can recharge airtime up to 10,000 naira per day.

 

FirstBank USSD Code for DStv Subscription

If your DStv subscription expires, there's no cause for alarm, as you can easily pay for it through FirstBank's 894 USSD code.

To top up subscription payments for your DStv cable service, simply dial 8943*SmartCard Number# and follow the on-screen instructions.

 

FirstBank USSD Code for GOtv Subscription

Just as in the case of DStv subscription payments, you can also dial the FirstBank GOtv subscription code to make GOtv subscription payments through FirstBank 894 USSD code.

To make payments for your GOtv cable service, dial 8943*IUC Number# and follow the on-screen instructions.

 

FirstBank USSD Code for Bet9ja

This section is for FirstBank costumers who also are football lovers seeking to gain reward for passion, but do not know that there's an easy way to fund their bet account without going to the bank.

Funding your Bet9ja account using the First Bank USSD code makes it easy for you to deposit money into your Bet9ja account without the need to visit any FirstBank branch.

To fund your Bet9ja account, simply dial *894#, select pay merchant (Bet9ja/Lotto); enter your Bet9ja User ID; and input the amount. It's that simple.

 

Conclusion

The FirstBank USSD short code is a quick, convenient, secure and easy way to perform your banking transactions anytime and anywhere, using any type of phone without the need for an internet connection. If you need to transfer money, check balance, buy airtime, and pay bills, you are not too far away from being part of the 894 experience.

 

Read: CBN eNaira Registration Platform - How To Use eNaira to Send and Receive Money

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