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BVN is the 11-digit code sent to you by a bank after your fingerprints and facial photograph have been recorded into a system. The idea is to harden the security measure to curb and control fraudulent banking transactions. The central Bank of Nigeria thus came up with the idea of BVN(Bank Verification Number).
Why Do We Need BVN Code
A BVN (bank verification number) code has become a crucial part of the Nigerian banking system, since it was made a must-have by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
With your secret 11 digit number, you can do anything from opening multiple bank accounts to securing those accounts from unauthorized access.
It is advised that you dont disclose your BVN to any third party.
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However, If you have lost that piece of paper where you wrote your BVN, or need to access it immediately, there’s an easier way for you to check your BVN code.
This article will show you how to check your BVN code.
How Do I Check My BVN?
If you have forgotten your BVN, or need to access it immediately, you don’t necessarily have to go to your bank to retrieve it, with just a simple universal code you can check your BVN with your mobile phone, no internet required.
To check your BVN on various platforms, follow these steps:
How To Check BVN Code On MTN
Dial the code, *565*0#
Your BVN shows on your screen
Make the required payment charges by MTN
How To Check BVN Code On Glo
Dial the code, *565*0#
Your BVN shows on your screen
Make the required payment charges by Glo
How To Check BVN Code On 9Mobile
Dial the code, *565*0#
Your BVN shows on your screen
Make the required payment charges by 9Mobile
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How To Check BVN Code On Airtel
Dial the code, *565*0#
Your BVN shows on your screen
Make the required payment charges by Airtel
How To Check BVN Code On FirstBank
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On Diamond Bank
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On FCMB
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On Stanbic IBTC
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On Union Bank
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On UBA
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On Zenith Bank
Dial *565*0#
How To Check BVN Code On Access Bank
Dial *565*0#
Looking through the codes above you will understand all share the same code for you to check your BVN. It thus works on MTN, Glo, 9Mobile, or Airtel.
It also works for any Nigerian bank , FirstBank, Diamond Bank, FCMB, Stanbic IBTC, Union Bank, UBA, Zenith Bank, and Access Bank, except for GTBank.
How Do I Check My BVN On GTBANK
To check their BVN code on GTBank, users can take the following steps:
Dial *737*6*1# on your mobile phone
Follow the given instructions on your phone screen
Or you can also:
Access the GTBank app on your phone
Click on the menu column
The BVN code is displayed on the menu.
How Can I Get My BVN Online?
To get your BVN code online you can:
Check your BVN by logging into your bank app and click on the menu bar, you will see your BVN displayed on it.
Dial the universal code.
The above explains all the possible ways you can use to retrieve your BVN from your Bank by mere dialing of USSD codes.