How to transfer money from UBA

Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by admin

United Bank for Africa (UBA) stands out as one of the top banks in Nigeria and throughout Africa, delivering a comprehensive array of financial services to its clients. A frequent need for customers is the ability to transfer money from their accounts to others, whether within UBA or to different banks. UBA offers several convenient options for customers to transfer funds quickly and securely.

Transferring money with UBA is a vital and user-friendly service that allows customers to choose from various methods to send and receive money safely. Whether you prefer to conduct transactions online, use mobile banking, or visit a UBA branch in person, this article will provide you with an overview of the different transfer options available.

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How to register for uba ussd code

To register for UBA’s USSD code (*919#), follow these steps:

Use your registered mobile phone number to dial *919#.
Choose the option to start the registration process.
You’ll need to enter your UBA account number (10 digits) or the last 4 digits of your ATM card.
Set up a unique 4-digit PIN that you will use for future transactions.
Re-enter your PIN to confirm it and complete the registration.

Once registered, you can use the USSD code for various banking transactions like checking your balance, transferring funds, buying airtime, and paying bills

How to transfer money from UBA

There are several ways to transfer money from your UBA account:

USSD Code (919#):

Send money to a UBA accountTo send money to another UBA Accout simply Dial *919*3*account number*amount# from the phone number you registered with UBA, then follow the simple steps.

Send money to other banks

To transfer to other bank, simply Dial *919*4*account number*amount# from the phone number you registered with UBA

Send Money to Microfinance Banks, Fintechs & Other institutionsJust Dial *919*6# from the phone number you registered with UBA

Send money to a UBA Prepaid CardYes, you can send money to a UBA Prepaid Card. Here’s how: Kindly Dial *919*32# from the phone number you registered with UBA

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2. UBA Mobile App:

Download and log in to the UBA Mobile App.
Go to the “Transfers” or “Payments” section.
Select “UBA to Other Banks”.
Select the recipient’s bank.
Enter the recipient’s account number and bank details.
Enter the amount and transfer reason (optional).
Confirm with your login PIN or fingerprint.

How to buy airtime from uba

You can easily buy airtime from your UBA account using the *919# USSD code. Here’s how:

USSD CODE

To Recharge Your Own Line:

Dial *919*Amount#: Replace “Amount” with the amount of airtime you want to purchase (e.g., *919*500# for ₦500 airtime).
Enter your 4-digit PIN: This is the PIN you created during UBA USSD registration or when you last used the service.
Confirm the transaction: You will receive a prompt to confirm the airtime purchase. Reply with the corresponding option to proceed.

To Recharge Another Line:

Dial *919*Phone Number*Amount#: Replace “Phone Number” with the recipient’s phone number and “Amount” with the desired airtime value (e.g., *919*08012345678*1000# to send ₦1000 airtime).
Enter your 4-digit PIN: Authorize the transaction with your PIN.
Confirm the transaction: Verify the phone number and airtime amount. Reply with the corresponding option to proceed.

2. UBA Mobile App:

If you have a smartphone and the UBA Mobile app installed, you can conveniently buy airtime within the account
Log in to the UBA Mobile app.
Navigate to the “Airtime Top-up” or “Buy Airtime” section.
Select the network provider (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile).
Enter the phone number you want to recharge and the desired amount.
Confirm the transaction with your PIN or biometrics.

How to check uba account balance

To check your UBA account balance, you have a few options:

Using USSD Code:

Use your registered mobile phone number to dial *919*00#.
Input your UBA mobile banking PIN.
You will receive an SMS with your account balance.

Using UBA Mobile App:

Get the UBA mobile app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
Open the app and log in with your credentials.
Once logged in, you can view your account balance on the dashboard.

Using UBA Internet Banking:

1. 1. Access your UBA Internet Banking account.
  2. Check your account balance on the dashboard.

How to pay bills from uba

There are several convenient methods to pay your bills from your UBA account:

1. UBA Mobile App

This is the most user-friendly method if you have a smartphone.
Steps:
1. Log in to the UBA Mobile app.
2. Navigate to the “Pay Bills” section.
3. Select the biller category (e.g., Electricity, Cable TV, Internet).
4. Choose the specific biller and enter the required details (e.g., customer ID, account number).
5. Input the amount you want to pay.
6. Confirm the transaction with your PIN or biometrics.

2. UBA Internet Banking (Leo)

Ideal if you prefer using a computer.
Steps:
1. Log in to UBA Internet Banking (Leo).
2. Go to the “Payments” or “Bill Payment” section.
3. Select the biller category and then the specific biller.
4. Provide the necessary details and payment amount.
5. Authorize the transaction with your hardware token or One-Time Password (OTP).

*3. USSD Code (919#)

Dial*919*30*Biller Code*Amount#
- Replace “Biller Code” with the specific code for the biller you want to pay (e.g., DSTV, IKEDC, etc.). You can find these codes on the UBA website or mobile app.
- Replace “Amount” with the amount you want to pay.
Confirm Payment Details:
- You’ll see a screen displaying the details of your payment, including the biller’s name and the amount.
- Carefully verify that the details are correct.
Enter Your PIN:
- Enter your 4-digit UBA USSD PIN to authorize the transaction.
Payment Confirmation:
- If successful, you’ll receive a confirmation message with a transaction reference number.

Example:

To pay a ₦7,500 DSTV subscription (Biller Code: 33501), you would dial:*919*30*335017500#

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How to buy data from uba

There are a few ways to purchase data directly from your UBA account:

*1. USSD Code (919#):

This is the quickest method, especially if you have limited or no internet access.
To buy data for yourself: Dial *919*14# from your registered phone number.
To buy data for someone else: Dial 919*14*Recipient’s Number# (e.g., 919*14*08012345678# to buy data for the number 08012345678)

2. UBA Mobile App:

If you have a smartphone and the UBA Mobile App installed, this offers a more visual and interactive way to buy data.
Log in to the UBA Mobile app.
Navigate to the “Buy Data” or similar section.
Select the network provider (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile).
Choose the data plan or bundle you want to purchase.
Enter the phone number you want to top up.
Confirm the transaction with your PIN or biometrics.

3. UBA Internet Banking (Leo):

For those who prefer using a computer, you can purchase data through UBA Internet Banking.
Log in to your UBA Internet Banking account.
Go to the “Payments” or “Buy Data” section.
Select the network provider, enter the phone number and choose the desired data plan.
Authorize the transaction using your token or other security measures.

Q: UBA Transaction Limits

S/N	Method of Authorization	Per transaction	Per Daily
1	PIN	₦20,000	₦100,000
2	Secure pass (Token)	₦20,000	₦100,000
3	Secure Pass and Indemnity	₦500,000	₦1,000,000

UBA Transaction Charges

S/N	Transaction type	Transaction Band (₦)	Charge (₦)
1	Send Money to UBA Account	All	20
2	Send Money to Another bank	₦0 – ₦5000	₦10 + VAT
		₦5,001 – ₦50,000	₦20 + VAT
		Above ₦50,000	₦50 + VAT
3	Send Money to Prepaid Card	All	₦50 + VAT