How to buy Airtime and check account Balance from First Bank

Last Updated on July 23, 2024 by admin

How to buy Airtime and check account Balance from First Bank: – The oldest bank in Nigeria First Bank offers convenient services that allow you to easily buy airtime and check your account balance whenever you need to.

The bank USSD*894# service has made banking services available across all GSM networks, for their numerous customer .

This article will outline the simple steps involved in purchasing airtime from First Bank, as well as the various methods available for checking your account balance. Whether you prefer using the mobile app, USSD codes, or visiting a branch, First Bank provides multiple options to cater to your needs.

By following our tips for efficient management, you can ensure a seamless experience with First Bank’s airtime purchase and account balance services

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How to Register  and activate First bank ussd code.

To register and activate First Bank USSD code (*894#), follow these simple steps:

1. Dial 8940#:

   • Open your phone’s dialer and dial *894*0#.

2. Select Your Debit Card:

   • A list of masked debit cards linked to your First Bank account will be displayed.
   • Select the debit card you want to use for USSD banking.

3. Create a 5-Digit PIN:

   • You will be prompted to create a 5-digit PIN. This will be your USSD banking PIN.
   • Choose a PIN that you can easily remember but is not easily guessable.

4. Confirm Your PIN:

   • Re-enter the 5-digit PIN to confirm.

5. Activation Successful:

   • You will receive a message confirming that your First Bank USSD banking has been activated successfully.

HOW TO BUY AIRTIME from First BANK “

1. FirstMobile App:

• Download and Login: If you haven’t already, download the FirstMobile app from your device’s app store and log in using your FirstOnline credentials.
• Navigate to the “Airtime” or “Buy Airtime” section within the app.
•  Select the recipient’s mobile network, enter their phone number, and choose the desired airtime amount.
• Review the details and confirm the purchase. The amount will be deducted from your First Bank account linked to FirstOnline.

2. *First Bank USSD Code (894#):

• *Dial 894#: Using the mobile number linked to your First Bank account
•  Choose the option for buying airtime.
• Follow the prompts to select the recipient’s network, enter their phone number, and choose the amount.
• Confirm the transaction, and the airtime will be credited to the recipient’s number while the amount is deducted from your account.

3. Third-Party Platforms:

•  You can transfer funds from your FirstOnline account to your Quickteller wallet and then use Quickteller to purchase airtime.
•  Similarly, you can transfer funds to other mobile wallet platforms (like Paga, PalmPay, etc.) that offer airtime purchases.

How to buyy data from first bank

First Bank of Nigeria offers several convenient ways to purchase data:

1. FirstMobile App:

   • Download the FirstMobile app from your device’s app store and log in with your credentials.
   • Navigate to the “Data” or “Buy Data” section.
   • Choose the desired data plan and enter the recipient’s phone number.
   • CReview the details and confirm the purchase. The amount will be deducted from your First Bank account.

2. USSD Code:

   • Dial *894*Data amount#: For example, dial 894500# to purchase 500 Naira worth of data.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to select the network and confirm the purchase.

3. FirstOnline Internet Banking:

   • Access FirstOnline internet banking through the First Bank website.
   • Navigate to the “Bill Payment” section.
   • Choose your network provider and enter the recipient’s phone number.
   •  Input the desired amount and confirm the transaction.

4. Firstmonie Agents:

   •  Visit a Firstmonie agent location.
   •  Inform the agent that you want to buy data and provide your phone number and network.
   •  Pay the agent the required amount.

You can also read : How to buy AIrtime, Open Account ,Funds Transfer and Pay bills in Nigeria with UBA Bank

How to check First Bank account Balance

How to Transfer money from first bank

Here are the methods you can use to transfer money from your First Bank account to others:

FirstBank USSD Code (894#):

• Dial *894# on your registered phone number.
• Select the “Transfer” option.
• Choose the account you want to transfer from (if you have multiple accounts).
• Enter the beneficiary’s account number.
• Select the beneficiary’s bank (if transferring to another bank in Nigeria).
• Enter the transfer amount.
• Enter your USSD PIN to confirm the transaction.

 FirstMobile App:

1. Log in to the FirstMobile app.
2. Select the “Transfer” option.
3. Choose the account you want to transfer from.
4. Select the beneficiary option (existing beneficiary, new beneficiary, etc.).
5. Enter the beneficiary’s details (account number, bank name for transfers to other banks).
6. Enter the transfer amount.
7. Input your FirstMobile app PIN for authentication  to confirm.

Internet Banking:

1. Log in to your First Bank internet banking account.
2. Navigate to the “Transfers” section.
3. Choose the account you want to transfer from.
4. Select the beneficiary option (existing beneficiary or add a new one).
5. Enter the beneficiary’s details (account number and bank name if transferring to another bank).
6. Enter the transfer amount.
7. Follow the on-screen prompts to authenticate and complete the transfer.

 First Bank Branch Visit:

1. Visit your nearest First Bank branch.
2. Take a numbered queue slip for customer service.
3. Inform the customer service representative that you want to make a money transfer.
4. Provide the recipient’s details (account number and bank name if transferring to another bank).
5. Give the transfer amount and any other necessary information.
6. The representative will process the transfer after verifying your identity.

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