Last Updated on June 17, 2024 by admin
With First Bank USSD, you can do more because it’s convenient, secure and easy way to perform your banking transactions from your office or home without visiting the banking hall. The service is seamless, fast,secure which makes banking services available across all GSM networks.
The service deliver the power to banks anywhere and at any time such as funds transfer, check balance, buy airtime, pay bills and lots more) on -the- go using any type of phone without need for internet connectivity or data.
Banking transactions can now be performed on the go irrespective of location or time as there is no worry of internet connectivity or a token device, but only a Personal Identification Number (PIN) and ussd code is required
This article will throw more light on Quick Banking with FirstBank *894# USSD Code, (transfer money, check balance, buy airtime, pay bills and lots more) anytime and anywhere.
Also read: How to enroll/register for First bank mobile app and internet banking
How to Register for First bank USSD code
To register for FirstBank USSD code (*894#), follow these steps:
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Dial *894*0# from your mobile phone linked to your FirstBank account.
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Select “Register for 894 Banking”: You will see a prompt on your screen, select this option.
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Select Your Debit Card: A list of masked debit cards linked to your account will appear. Choose the preferred card you want to use.
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Enter Your Debit Card PIN: Input the 4-digit PIN associated with the selected debit card.
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Create a New 5-Digit PIN: You will be prompted to create a new PIN for your USSD transactions. This PIN will be different from your debit card PIN.
How to Transfer money from first bank
To transfer money from First Bank using USSD, follow these steps:
- Dial *894*Amount*Account Number# (For example, to transfer ₦5000 to account number 1234567890, dial 8945000*1234567890#)
- Select the beneficiary bank: Choose the bank of the recipient from the list displayed.
- Confirm the transaction: You will see the amount, beneficiary name, and bank. If everything is correct, confirm.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN: Input the PIN you created for FirstBank USSD transactions.
- Select the account to debit: If you have multiple accounts, choose the account you want the funds to be taken from.
How to Buy Airtime from first bank
Buying airtime from First Bank using USSD is a quick and easy process. Here’s how you can do it:
To recharge your own phone line:
- Dial *894*Amount# from your registered mobile number.
- For example, dial *894*500# to buy ₦500 airtime.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN: This is the PIN you created during the registration process for FirstBank USSD banking.
To recharge another phone line:
- Dial *894*Amount*Phone Number#
- For example, dial *894*1000*08012345678# to buy ₦1000 airtime for the number 08012345678.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN: This is the PIN you created during the registration process for FirstBank USSD banking.
You can also read: First bank ussd :How to register, transfer money, buy Airtime,get Mini statement and check account balance
How to generate first bank account mini statement,
To generate your First Bank mini statement using USSD, follow these steps:
- Dial 89400# from the phone number linked to your First Bank account.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN. This is the PIN you created during the registration process for FirstBank USSD banking.
After entering your PIN, you will receive an SMS containing your mini statement, which typically shows your last five transactions.
Alternatively, you can dial *894# and select “Quick Banking” from the menu. Then, follow the prompts to generate your mini statement.
How to check First bank account balance?
To check your First Bank account balance using USSD, follow these simple steps:
- Dial *894*00# from your registered phone number.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN. This is the PIN you created during the registration process for FirstBank USSD banking.
After entering your PIN, your account balance will be displayed on your phone screen.
How to pay Bill from first bank
To pay bills from FirstBank using USSD, follow these steps:
- *Dial *894# from your registered phone number.
- Select “Quick Banking.”
- Choose “Pay Bills.”
- Select the category of the bill you want to pay (e.g., electricity, cable TV, internet, etc.).
- Choose the biller from the list of available options.
- Enter the required details: This typically includes your customer ID or account number with the biller.
- Enter the amount you wish to pay.
- Confirm the transaction: Verify that all the details are correct.
- Enter your 5-digit PIN: This is the PIN you created for FirstBank USSD transactions.
Once you complete these steps, you will receive a confirmation message indicating whether the payment was successful.
How to Deactivate Your Number from first bank USSD
To deactivate your mobile number from FirstBank USSD, dial *894*911# from the phone number linked to your FirstBank account. This will initiate the deactivation process.
You can also deactivate your number by:
- Calling FirstContact: Contact FirstBank customer service at 01-4485500 or 0700-34778-2668228.
- Emailing FirstContact: Send an email to firstcontact@firstbanknigeria.com requesting the deactivation of your number.
Once your number is deactivated, you will no longer be able to access FirstBank USSD banking services from that phone number.
Conclusion:
The first bank ussd code is available to all individual account holders with phone numbers enrolled on the Bank’s SMS alert platform. Joint, corporate, and multiple signatory accounts are not eligible for this service.
You can transfer money, buy airtime for yourself and others, check your account balances, make purchases, pay your bills, open accounts, and lots more. for more information Please call 0700FIRSTCONTACT (0700-34778-2668228), or email firstcontact@firstbanknigeria.com. You may also visit the nearest FirstBank branch.
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