As Nigeria’s oldest bank, FirstBank has chosen not to be left out when implementing trending technological features to benefit its customers.
The Mobile Quick banking features allow customers to easily carry out transactions using USSD codes without needing internet access.
To begin, you need a FirstBank account with a linked debit (ATM) card, a phone number registered for SMS alerts, and any mobile phone.
How to Register for FirstBank Quick Banking?
To register, you must ensure you have a debit (ATM) card linked to your account and that you receive an alert on your line.
- Dial *894*0#; this will display the debit card(s) linked to your accounts.
- Select the debit card you want and enter the 4-digit PIN for the card (remember it is the PIN you use when making withdrawals at the ATM).
- Now, enter a new 5-digit transaction PIN (this PIN will be used to authorize transactions on your phone) to complete registration.
How to Use FirstBank Mobile Quick Banking Code?
The steps below detail registering and using the FirstBank mobile codes for transactions.
How to Transfer Money Using Firstbank Quick Banking Mobile Code?
To transfer money from your bank account to any account using the FirstBank mobile code, dial *894*Amount*Account Number#, e.g., *894*5000*0123456789#. Follow the on-screen prompt to select the bank and input your 5-digit PIN to authorize the transaction.
This works for transfers to FirstBank accounts and other banks, too. Dial *894*Amount*Account Number#, then follow the on-screen prompt to select the beneficiary bank. Then, confirm the amount and beneficiary name and enter your five-digit PIN.
If you have more than one account, select the one you want to be debited. FirstBank customers can transfer up to N100,000.00 per day.
How to Check Account Balance Using FirstBank Quick Banking Mobile Code
We all know how it gets when the bank forgets to send you credit alert notifications on time. To quickly check your account balance, dial *894*00#
How to Get a Mini Account Statement Using FirstBank Quick Banking Mobile Code?
If you have deleted your alert notifications and you wish to get a mini account statement of your recent transactions, then dial *894*Account Number#
How to Buy Airtime Using Firstbank Quick Banking Mobile Code?
Being out of airtime can be annoying, especially when you can’t go out to get any. Don’t worry; with the First Bank mobile codes, you can recharge your line by dialing *894*Amount#
How Do You Buy Airtime for Others Using the FirstBank Quick Banking Mobile Code?
To recharge your other lines, family members, or friends, dial *894*Amount*Phone Number# and follow the on-screen prompt.
If you have multiple accounts, select an account to debit and enter your 5-digit PIN. Customers can recharge airtime up to N10,000.00 per day.
How to Open an Account Using FirstBank Quick Banking Mobile Code?
Just like other banks, First Bank allows new customers to open an account with them by dialing *894*0#
The number of transactions you can carry out with this quick banking code is limitless. If you have any issues, contact us, and we will be sure to help you. Check our previous article for UBA and GTbank USSD codes.
