Access Bank, one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, provides convenient mobile banking solutions to its customers. Among these is the USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) code, popularly known as the Access Bank Code. This code enables customers to perform banking transactions directly from their mobile phones, without the need for internet access. Whether you want to transfer funds, check your account balance, or retrieve your account number, the Access Bank USSD code is a simple and secure tool for fast banking.
What is the Access Bank USSD Code?
The official Access Bank USSD code is *901#. This code is designed to help customers perform a wide range of banking services easily, including:
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Fund transfers
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Checking account balances
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Buying airtime
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Retrieving account numbers
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Paying bills
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Opening an account
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Requesting a loan
To use this code, your phone number must be linked to your Access Bank account.
How to Register and Activate the Access Bank USSD Code
Before using the USSD code for any transactions, you need to register and activate it on your phone. Here’s how:
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Dial
*901#on your mobile device. -
Select “Register.”
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Enter your Access Bank account number.
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Create a secure 4-digit PIN (this will be required for all transactions).
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Complete the process by following the on-screen prompts.
Access Bank Code for Transfers
To send money from your Access Bank account to another bank account (Access Bank or other banks), use the following codes:
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To another Access Bank account:
Dial*901*1*Amount*Account Number#
Example:*901*1*1000*1234567890# -
To other banks:
Dial*901*2*Amount*Account Number#
Example:*901*2*2000*0123456789#
You will be prompted to select the receiving bank and confirm the transaction using your PIN.
Access Bank Code to Check Account Balance
To check your account balance:
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Dial
*901*00#
You will be required to enter your 4-digit PIN, after which your balance will be displayed.
Note: A small fee may apply when checking your balance.
Access Bank Code to Get Account Number
If you forget your Access Bank account number or need to retrieve it:
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Dial
*901*4*1#
You will be prompted to enter your PIN, and then your account number will be displayed on the screen.
Other Useful Access Bank USSD Codes
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Airtime Recharge (Self):
*901*Amount#
Example:*901*500# -
Airtime Recharge (Others):
*901*Amount*Phone Number#
Example:*901*500*08012345678# -
Open an Account:
*901*0# -
Pay Bills:
*901*3# -
Retrieve BVN:
*565*0#
Benefits of Using Access Bank USSD Code
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No internet connection required
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Fast, secure, and easy to use
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Works 24/7, including weekends and public holidays
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Reduces the need to visit the bank or ATM
FAQs
What is the Access Bank USSD code for transferring money to other banks?
The code to transfer money from Access Bank to other banks is 9012AmountAccount Number#.
How can I check my Access Bank account balance using USSD?
You can check your account balance by dialing 90100# and entering your 4-digit PIN.
What code do I use to retrieve my Access Bank account number?
To retrieve your account number, dial 9014*1# and follow the instructions.
Do I need a smartphone or internet to use the Access Bank USSD code?
No, you do not need a smartphone or internet connection. Any basic mobile phone can be used, as long as the number is linked to your Access Bank account.
With the Access Bank USSD code, banking is made simpler and faster. Whether you’re in a remote area or without internet access, *901# is your gateway to seamless mobile banking.
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