How to check First Bank statement of account

Last Updated on July 1, 2024 by admin

As Nigeria’s strongest  and foremost bank, First Bank of Nigeria Limited  has introduce means that will enable it’s customer carryout transaction from their Mobile phone.

Customers can now  get e-statement of account, buy airtime, transfer money and pay other bills using the mobile phone any time and any where in Nigeria.Once you have a First Bank account with a linked debit card, a phone number profiled for SMS alert and a mobile phone, you are just one dial away from enjoying the unbeatable 894 experience.

We shall be discussing on how to check your statement of account and other financial transaction using your mobile phone without vising any branch.

Register for First Bank USSD PIN code

To view your First Bank mini-statement using USSD, follow these steps:

1. Dial *894*00# on your mobile phone.
2. Reply with ‘1’ to select “Quick Banking.”
3. Reply with ‘1’ to choose “Mini Statement.”

You will then receive a mini-statement on your phone’s screen showing your last 5 transactions.

How to view first bank Mini-Statement with mobile app

To view your First Bank mini-statement using the FirstMobile app, follow these steps:

1.  Open the FirstMobile app and log in with your credentials.
2. Navigate to the “Accounts” section.
3. Choose the specific account you want to view the mini-statement for.
4.  Look for the option that says “Mini Statement” or “Last 5 Transactions.” This might be located within the account details or under a “More Options” menu.
5. Tap on the mini-statement option to see your recent transactions.

3.How to view first bank Mini-Statement with Online banking

To view your First Bank mini-statement using online banking, follow these steps:

1.  Go to the First Bank online banking website and log into your account using your login credentials.

2. After logging in, navigate to the “Accounts” section or overview. You should see a list of your accounts.

3. Choose the account for which you want to view the mini-statement.

4. Click on “Statements” or a similar option. This will likely take you to a page where you can view your account statements.

5.  Look for an option like “Mini-Statement,” “Recent Transactions,” or “Account Activity.” This should provide you with a summary of your recent transactions.

How to check your first bank account balance?

There are several ways to check your First Bank account balance:

How to check your first bank account balance Using First Bank Mobile App:

To check your First Bank account balance using the First Bank Mobile App, follow these steps:

1. If you haven’t already, download and install the FirstMobile app from your device’s app store (Google Play Store or Apple App Store).
2. Launch the FirstMobile app on your smartphone or tablet.
3. Enter your mobile banking login credentials (User ID and Password). If you don’t have mobile banking yet, you’ll need to register through the app or visit a First Bank branch.
4. Your account balance will be prominently displayed on the app’s home screen or dashboard upon successful login. You can also navigate to the “Accounts” section to view the balances of your individual accounts if you have multiple accounts with First Bank.

 How to check  first bank account balance Via First Bank USSD Code:

To check your First Bank account balance via USSD code, dial the following on your phone:

*894*00#

This will prompt a response displaying your account balance.

Important Note:

• Ensure the phone number you are using is registered with your First Bank account.

3.How to check  first bank account balance Over the Counter:

4.How to check  first bank account balance using WhatsApp Chat Banking

To check your First Bank account balance using WhatsApp Chat Banking, follow these steps:

1.  Save the FirstBank WhatsApp number (08124444000) in your phone contacts and initiate a chat by sending “Hi”.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to register for WhatsApp Chat Banking. This involves accepting the terms and conditions, providing your account number, validating with your debit card, and setting up a WhatsApp PIN.
3.  Once registered, you can check your balance by typing “balance” or selecting the “Check Balance” option from the menu.
4. Your account balance will be displayed in the chat.

Please note that:

• You need to have a First Bank account with a registered phone number.
• You must have WhatsApp installed on your phone.
• WhatsApp Chat Banking is available for personal Naira accounts only.

What transactions can be done through WhatsApp?

First Bank’s WhatsApp Chat Banking allows you to perform a variety of transactions conveniently through the messaging app. Here are some of the transactions you can do:

• Check Account Balance: Inquire about your current account balance.
• Send Money: Transfer funds to other First Bank accounts or to accounts in other banks.
• Pay Bills: Settle utility bills, cable subscriptions, or other bills directly from your account.
• Buy Airtime: Purchase airtime for yourself or others on any network.
• Buy Data: Top up your mobile data plan.
• Generate Account Statement: Request a mini-statement or a full account statement.
• Change PIN: Update your WhatsApp Chat Banking PIN for security purposes.
• Reset PIN: If you forget your PIN, you can reset it through WhatsApp.

Additional Information:

• Availability: WhatsApp Chat Banking is available for personal Naira accounts only. Domiciliary, corporate, and joint accounts are not supported at this time.
• Security: Your transactions are secure and encrypted. The service uses a safe link for authentication, protecting your banking details.
• Getting Started: To use WhatsApp Chat Banking, add the FirstBank WhatsApp number (08124444000) to your contacts and send “Hi” to start the registration process.

How to buy Airtime from first bank

To buy airtime from First Bank using USSD, follow these steps:

For your own phone number:

1. Dial *894*Amount#
   • Replace “Amount” with the desired airtime amount in Naira.
   • For example, to buy ₦500 airtime, dial *894*500#.

For another phone number:

1. Dial *894*Amount*PhoneNumber#
   • Replace “Amount” with the desired airtime amount in Naira.
   • Replace “PhoneNumber” with the recipient’s phone number (including the area code).
   • For example, to buy ₦500 airtime for the number 08012345678, dial *894*500*08012345678#.
2. Enter your 5-digit PIN to confirm the transaction.

Important Notes:

• Ensure that your phone number is registered with your First Bank account.
• You can buy airtime for any network (MTN, Airtel, Glo, or 9mobile).
• The daily limit for airtime purchases is ₦10,000.