Forgetting BVN is common among Nigerians. However, a lot of individuals are unaware of the code and simple method for checking BVN on mobile devices. so, in this post, we will cover BVN code for all banks in Nigeria and how to check BVN
There are two methods to check BVN, online and offline. In this article, we’ll demonstrate how to check your BVN number without visiting a bank using both of these ways. But first, we must comprehend what BVN is and how important it is.
WHAT IS BVN?
A bank verification number (BVN) is a unique 11-digit number that is often generated by the central bank of Nigeria’s biometric identification system.
Every bank in Nigeria requires a valid BVN registered with details, including a government-issued ID card, in order to create an account for you. such as a national ID card or voter’s card. Usually, this is done to lessen fraudulent activity in the nation’s banking system.
BVN enrollment can only be completed once, and many people frequently neglect to record or store their BVN number.
Don’t worry if you made that error. Here are some methods you can use to check your BVN.
CODE TO CHECK BVN – BVN code for all banks in Nigeria
Using the USSD code or shortcode 5650# to check BVN is the simplest and most straightforward method. However, there is a N20 charge for doing so.
On the phone, dial the above code. Your phone will display your BVN number. Verify that you are dialing the code from the same SIM card you used to enroll in the BVN and that you have at least N20 in your account.
HOW TO CHECK BVN ON MTN – BVN code for all banks in Nigeria
On MTN, checking your BVN is a simple process. Simply dial 5650# on your MTN SIM to get started. Your BVN number will appear on your phone’s screen when they deduct N20.
Because MTN will continue to charge you every time you dial the code, write it down or put it somewhere you can retrieve it later without phoning it again.
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How to check BVN on Airtel
Airtel is not much different from MTN when it comes to checking BVN. To check your BVN on Airtel SIM, just dial *565*0# on your Airtel SIM.
Airtel will deduct N20 from your account before the number will appear on your phone screen. It’s important to have at least N20 on Airtel SIM before dialing the code.
How to check BVN on GLO
It is very easy to check the BVN number on GLO SIM. You just need a code to check BVN and nothing more.
Dial *565*0# on your GLO SIM and your 11-digit BVN number will appear on your screen. Note that GLO will deduct N20 from your account, so make sure you have up to N20 on your SIM.
How to check BVN on 9mobile
Just like other SIM, 9mobile also uses the *565*0# code to check BVN with charges of N20. Dial the code on your 9mobile SIM and wait for some seconds. Your BVN will appear on your phone screen. Copy it and store it on your phone or somewhere you can easily access it later.
How to check BVN on the first bank
You don’t need to visit a bank to check your BVN, you can simply check your BVN on the first bank using the USSD code. Dial *565*0# and your BVN will display on your phone. Copy it and store it for later use.
How to check BVN on UBA
To check BVN linked to your UBA account, dial *565*0#. Wait for it to process and your BVN will display after some seconds. Note that you will be charged N20 before it will appear on your phone screen.
How to check BVN on GTB
There are two simple USSD codes you can use to check BVN on GTB. You can use the default code which is *565*0# to check your BVN linked to GTB or use GTB special code *737*6*1#. It often takes a few seconds for your BVN to display.
How to check BVN on Access Bank
The simplest way to check your BVN on Access Bank is by dialing this *565*0# USSD code on your phone. Your BVN will display almost immediately with charges of N20 applied.
How to check BVN on ZENITH BANK
To check BVN on zenith bank, simply dial *565*0# on the SIM linked to your BVN. This will cost you only N20 airtime, make sure you have at least N20 airtime on your SIM before dialing the code.
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After dialing the code, your 11-digit BVN number will appear on your phone screen. Please write it down for later use.
How to check my BVN date of birth
To check your BVN date of birth, you need your BVN. Once you have your BVN with you, go to any bank in your branch with your BVN and tell them you want to check your BVN.
You can simply dial *565*0# to check your BVN.
How to change my BVN phone number online
BVN details like phone number, name, date of birth, and others are protected. You cannot change them online.
You will need to visit any branch of the bank you registered your BVN.
How to retrieve BVN without a phone number
To check your BVN without a phone number, you must register for internet banking. If you have registered for internet banking before you lost your SIM, you can easily retrieve it using these simple steps;
- Get your internet banking details
- Sign in with your details
- Check the navigation or menu
- Check the top of the menu items; you will see your BVN there.
However, you will have to visit your bank to retrieve your BVN if lost your SIM and have not registered for internet banking.
Conclusion
The default code to check BVN is *565*0#. You can use this code to check BVN on any network irrespective of your bank.
Note that you cannot check your BVN on a SIM that is not linked to your BVN and the service always cost N20 on any SIM. Be it MTN, Airtel, GLO, or 9mobile. Thanks for reading our article on BVN codes for all banks in Nigeria.
