How to Check BVN – Bank Verification Number (BVN) is a unique identification number that every bank customer in Nigeria is required to have.
It is a biometric identification system that was launched by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in collaboration with all Nigerian banks on February 14, 2014.
BVN is used to identify customers and address the increasing compromise of customer security data like passwords and PINs, and the challenges banks face with identity management. In this article, we will discuss how to check BVN on MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9mobile.
How to Check BVN on MTN, Glo, Airtel & 9mobile
All telecommunication providers in Nigeria enable users to check their BVN. The process is the same across all lines and is also similar across all banks. You use the same code to check your BVN as a GTB, UBA, etc customer because everyone is allocated one.
The first thing to do before using this service is to ensure that whatever line you wish to use is the same line you used while registering for your BVN.
If you registered with MTN, you can’t use an Airtel line to check your BVN. After that has been established, you can now go ahead and check your BVN with these simple steps:
1. Go to your phone dialer and dial the USSD code *565*0#.
2. Wait a bit until the 11-digit number pops up.
3. Copy the number. You can either copy it for immediate use or save it for later.
However, the service is not free, and you’ll be charged 20 naira for the transaction.
How to Check BVN Online
To check your BVN online, visit the internet portal of your bank, check for where to see customer information, and you will see it on the internet portal. You could also check for your BVN on your bank’s mobile app.
How to Check BVN on GTB
To check your BVN on GTB (GTBank), dial *565*0# to check your BVN from the SIM (Phone Number) you used while registering, and the BVN. It costs 20 Naira.
How to Check BVN on Zenith Bank
To check your BVN on Zenith Bank, dial *565*0# to check your BVN from the SIM (Phone Number) you used while registering, and the BVN. It costs 20 Naira.
How to Check BVN on Access Bank
To check your BVN on Access Bank, dial *565*0# to check your BVN from the SIM (Phone Number) you used while registering, and the BVN. It costs 20 Naira.
How to Check BVN on FCMB
To check your BVN on FCMB, dial *565*0# to check your BVN from the SIM (Phone Number) you used while registering, and the BVN. It costs 20 Naira.
How to Check BVN on Airtel
To check your BVN on Airtel, dial *565*0# to check your Bank Verification Number (BVN) from your mobile phones for N20.
How to Check BVN on Glo
To check your BVN on Glo, dial *565*0# to check your Bank Verification Number (BVN) from your mobile phones for N20.
How to Check BVN on 9mobile
To check your BVN on 9mobile, dial *565*0# to check your Bank Verification Number (BVN) from your mobile phones for N20.
Checking your BVN is a simple process that can be done on your mobile phone or online. It is important to have your BVN handy as it is required for most banking transactions in Nigeria.
