How to register for Zenith Bank ussd code: create or reset PIN,Transfer money, Block ATM card,buy recharge card,Update BVN and Cardless Withdrawer

Last Updated on January 7, 2025 by admin

Zenith Bank USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) will enable customers to carry out easy banking at a go.This is created at the point of registration and is used for every transaction such as  funds transfer bills payment , airtime purchase and many more financial service.

With zenith bank *966# customers can now withdeaw cash wihout debit card which know as cardless withdrawal ,block account  should the case you misplace your card at home and many more transaction activities

The  EazyBanking is a convenient, fast, secure, and affordable way to access your bank account 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through your mobile phone without internet data.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR Zenith Bank*966# EAZYBANKING?

Before you can make use of zenith bank ussd code for transaction you have to register/enroll for it  by following the steps below:

1. Simply dial *966*00# with your AlertZ number
2. You will be prompted to enter the last 4 digits of your Debit (ATM) card number.
3. The next page will display your Account Name and you will be prompted to create a 4 digit PIN
4. Confirm the 4 digit PIN
5. If successful, you will get a message “ Retrieving your balance “
6. You will receive an SMS with the balances on all your accounts

How to  change zenith bank  ussd Password and PIN reset.

Here’s a breakdown on how to change or reset your Zenith Bank USSD PIN:

Resetting Your USSD PIN

You can directly reset your USSD PIN using the USSD service itself:

1. Dial *966*60# from your registered mobile number.
2. Choose the option for “PIN Reset” from the menu.
3.  You may be asked to enter your 10-digit account number and other details for verification.
4. Once verified, you’ll be prompted to create a new 4-digit USSD PIN.

How to Retrieve zenith bank card ussd  PIN

If you have forgotten your USSD PIN, the primary way to reset it is by using the USSD code to initiate the reset process:

1. Dial *966*60# from your registered mobile number
2.  Choose the option for “PIN Reset” from the menu
3. You may be asked to enter your 10-digit account number and other details for verification.
4.  Once verified, you’ll be prompted to create a new 4-digit USSD PIN.

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How to Transfer money from zenith bank

There are several ways to transfer money from your Zenith Bank account:

1. Dial *966*amount*account number#
2. Select beneficiary bank by entering the corresponding number.
3. After selection, a confirmation page will be displayed showing beneficiary name, bank and the amount. …
4. If successful, a page will be displayed “You have successfully transferred “amount” to “beneficiary account no”.

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How to buy Airtime from zenith bank

You can buy airtime from Zenith Bank using the following methods:

1. USSD Code:

Dial *966*Amount*Mobile Number# on your phone 

• For example, to buy N1000 airtime for 08034567890, dial *966*1000*08034567890#

2. Zenith Bank Mobile App:

• Log in to the Zenith Bank Mobile App.
• Select “Airtime Top-Up”.
• Enter the phone number and amount.
• Confirm the transaction.

3. Zenith Bank Internet Banking:

• Log in to Zenith Bank Internet Banking.
• Go to “Bill Payments”.
• Select “Airtime Top-Up”.
• Enter the phone number and amount.
• Confirm the transaction.

Simply 

How Update BVN with zenith bank

To update your BVN (Bank Verification Number) with Zenith Bank, you can follow these steps:

Using USSD

1. Dial *966*BVN# from your registered phone number.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to input your BVN details correctly.
3. Confirm the submission to finalize the linking process.

Using Internet Banking

1. Log in to your Zenith Bank Internet Banking platform.
2. Navigate to the “Service Request” section from the Menu options.
3. Choose “BVN Update” from the available service requests.
4. Complete the provided e-form with your BVN information.
5. Double-check the accuracy of the details entered before submitting the form.

Visiting a Branch

1. Visit any Zenith Bank branch.
2. Fill out the enrolment form (you can download it from the Zenith Bank website).
3. Present yourself for biometric data capture at the branch.
4. Receive your BVN via SMS after 48 hours of enrolment.

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How to Check Zenith  bank account balance

There are several convenient ways to check your Zenith Bank account balance:

1. USSD Code:

• Dial *966*00# from your registered mobile number.
• Follow the on-screen prompts. You may be required to enter your USSD PIN.
• Your account balance will be displayed on your screen.

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How to Opening zenith bank account

There are a few ways to open a Zenith Bank account:

1. Online Account Opening

• Visit the Zenith Bank website and navigate to the “Open an Account” section.
• Choose the type of account you want to open (e.g., Savings, Current).
• Fill out the online application form with your personal details.
• Upload the required documents (typically ID, proof of address, passport photograph).
• Submit the application and wait for a confirmation email or SMS.
• You may need to visit a branch to complete the process and collect your debit card.

3. *966# EazyBanking (Limited Account)  

• Dial *966*0# from your mobile phone.
• Follow the prompts to provide your BVN and other personal details.
• Choose the type of account you want to open.
• Create a 4-digit PIN for your USSD transactions.
• You’ll receive an SMS with your new account number.
• Note: This method typically opens a basic savings account with certain limitations. You may need to visit a branch later to upgrade your account and access full features.

How to block zenith bank ATM  Card

There are a couple of ways you can block your Zenith Bank ATM card:

*1. Using the USSD Code (966#):

• Dial *966*60# from your registered mobile number.
• Select option 3 (Block Card).
• Follow the prompts to block your card. You’ll likely need to provide your card details for verification.

Zenith bank Cardless Withdrawal

Zenith Bank’s Cardless Withdrawal service allows you to withdraw cash from a Zenith Bank ATM without needing your physical debit card. This is useful in situations where you’ve forgotten your card, or want to send money to someone who doesn’t have a Zenith Bank account.  

How to Generate a Cardless Withdrawal Code

To generate a cardless withdrawal code with Zenith Bank, follow these steps:

1. Dial *966*60# from your registered phone number.
2. Select Option 7 for generating a cardless withdrawal code.
3. Enter the Amount you want to withdraw.
4. Set a 4-digit Cash-Out PIN.
5. Confirm the PIN by re-entering it.
6. Receive a 12-digit Withdrawal Code via SMS.

Once you have the withdrawal code, you can visit any Zenith Bank ATM to complete your withdrawal.

How the Recipient Withdraws the Cash

llow these steps:

1. Visit any Zenith Bank ATM.
2. Press any button on the ATM to initiate the transaction.
3. Select the ‘Quick Teller’ option on the ATM screen.
4. Choose ‘Cardless Withdrawal’.
5. Enter the 12-digit Withdrawal Code provided to them.
6. Enter the 4-digit Cash-Out PIN that was set during the code generation.
7. Enter the amount they want to withdraw.
8. Enter the phone number linked to the Zenith Bank account.
9. Confirm the transaction to complete the withdrawal.

The ATM will dispense the cash, and the transaction will be successfully completed.

How to Perform Zenith bank  USSD on POS

To perform a USSD transaction on a POS terminal with Zenith Bank, follow these steps:

1. Select ‘Pay with Transfer’ on the POS terminal.
2. A virtual account number will be displayed on the POS screen.
3. Dial *966*000# from your registered phone number.
4. Enter the virtual account number displayed on the POS terminal.
5. Follow the prompts to complete the transaction.

This method allows you to make payments without needing your physical card, providing a convenient and secure way to complete transactions.

How to Perform transaction above N100k via zenith bank USSD

To perform transactions above N100,000 via Zenith Bank’s USSD code, follow these steps:

1. *Dial *966# from your registered phone number.
2. Select ‘Transfer’ from the menu options.
3. Choose the account you want to transfer from.
4. Select ‘Other Banks’ as the recipient bank.
5. Enter the recipient’s account number.
6. Input the amount you want to transfer (above N100,000).
7. Confirm the transaction by following the prompts.

For transactions above N100,000, Zenith Bank may require additional security measures, such as providing your BVN (Bank Verification Number) or answering security questions.

How To deactivate zenith bank mobile banking profile:

There are a couple of ways you can deactivate your Zenith Bank mobile banking profile:

To deactivate your Zenith Bank mobile banking profile, follow these steps:

1. Dial *966*200#* from your registered phone number.
2. Enter the phone number linked to your Zenith Bank account.
3. Enter your 4-digit USSD PIN.
4. Confirm the deactivation by following the prompts.

You’ll receive a confirmation message once your mobile banking profile is successfully deactivated.

How To stop all debit transactions from your  Zenith bank account

To stop all debit transactions from your Zenith Bank account, follow these steps:

1. Dial *966*911# from any mobile phone.
2. Enter your account number when prompted.
3. Enter your AlertZ mobile number (the phone number registered with your Zenith Bank account).
4. Press ‘1’ to confirm and block all debit transactions on your account.

Your account will be instantly blocked, preventing any further debit transactions. To unblock your account, you’ll need to visit a Zenith Bank branch