How to buy Airtime from Standard Chartered bank Nigeria: Register for ussd and transfer money

Last Updated on July 1, 2024 by admin

Financial technology has taken over how banking sector serve customers using mobile banking, internet/Online banking and USSD code. the service is seamless, fast secure and reliable . Standard Chartered bank has unveiled their magic number *977#  that will enable customers  carry out their financial transaction  from their comfort zone without visiting banking hall .

Fintech enable banks operate in a very dynamic environment with limitless opportunities for growth .depositors can now  transfer money,check their account balance,Airtime top-up,Blocking of accounts and many more.

Standard Chartered bank operate in Nigeria as commercial bank and it offers a wide range of products and services in Retail; Wealth Management; Commercial; Corporate and Institutional; Private, Digital and Transaction Banking business

However, there are requirements in place for users which must be carry out from customers phone number that is link to bank account in respective of phone type.Furthermore, all transactions require your 6-digit PIN for transaction authorization.

You can also read:How to register/create All Nigeria banks ussd transaction Pin code

 

Application Eligibility

1.This service is available to only individual SCB account holders. Joint account holders and corporate account holders are not eligible to use this service.

2.An active account with Standard Chartered Account
3.Mobile number on account must be registered on SMS alert
4 .Naira (NGN) Account Holders

How to register for Standard Chartered bank *977# USSD Banking?

To register,simply dial *977# and provide the following details related to your account with SCB;

1.10-digit account number (Naira)
2.Your Bank Verification Number (BVN)
3.Your date of birth
4.You will then be required to create your 6-digit USSD Transaction PIN and confirm the PIN. On completion, you will receive a successful registration message.

Let take a look at all Standard Chartered bank short codes available ranging from Balance Inquiry,Funds Transfer,Data subscription and Airtime Top-up as well block your account should case

Read: How to Create/Register for USSD transfer PIN code for all Nigerian banks

 

How do I get the 2nd USSD 2nd Level USSD PIN?

You can obtain your 2nd Level USSD PIN for transactions above ₦20,000 on SC Mobile or iBanking.

On SC Mobile; Login > Open Menu > 2nd Level USSD PIN
On iBanking; Login > Select Account Name > 2FA USSD PIN Mgmt
An OTP will be sent to you to authenticate your request
Create 4-digit 2nd Level USSD PIN, confirm 4-digit 2nd Level USSD PIN

How to buy Airtime

 

1.USSD

Buy Airtime for self

To buy airtime for your phone number that is link to your bank account simply dial *977*Amount#

Example: customers that want to buy N1000 recharge card for phone number 09055553115 should dial *977*1000#.

 

How to buy Airtime for 3rd party

If you want to buy recharge card for your friends and family or you want to buy airtime for your other phone number the process is straight and simply all you need is to dial *977*Amount*Phone Number#

Example:Let assume you intend to buy Airtime for your wife or relative of N500 with phone number 09071802357 SIMPLY DIAL *977*500*09071802357#

 

2. Using Standard Chartered Online Banking:

To buy airtime from Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria using online banking

1. . Visit their official website and follow the registration process, ensuring you have all the necessary documents and information readily available.
2. login credentials (username and password).

3 On the online banking dashboard, look for the Pay Bills & Top-up or Transfer & Payments section.
4 . Enter your phone number
5. Enter the Amount of Airtime you want to buy
6. Confirm your transaction with your password
7 Once the transaction has been successfully processed, Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria will send you a confirmation notification via SMS

 

3. Mobile app

To buy airtime from Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria using their mobile app, you can follow these steps:

1. Download and install the Standard Chartered Mobile App from your app store.
2. Launch the app and log in with your account details (username and password).
3. On the app’s home screen, look for the Payments & Transfers or similar section.
4. Select Mobile Top-up or Airtime Top-up from the options.
5. Choose your mobile

6.Enter Amount
7. Enter your PIN or password for authentication
8.Once the transaction has been successfully processed, Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria will send you a confirmation notification via SMS

How to buy Data

Data for Self

Data is life so most time we feel uncomfortable when we don’t have it. the goodness for Standard Chartered bank is the ability to buy it direct from their bank account by dialing *977*2#

for friends and family

As Africans we are passionate about our relatives and friends, when is come to given .This often prompt us to buy them data and airtime when the need arise.Doing this is easy, seamless and fast with SCB by dialing *977*2*Phone Number#

 

How to Transfer Money from Standard Chartered Bank via USSD Code

 

How to transfer money with Standard Chartered bank *977# USSD Banking?

Customers should dial *977*Amount*Account Number# for Funds Transfer

Example:Let assume you want to transfer N5000 to account number 3041674463 all you need do is to dial *977*5000*3041674463#

 

2, Using Standard Chartered Online Banking:

To transfer money with Standard Chartered Bank using online banking

1. Visit the Standard Chartered Bank website and log in to your online banking account using your login credentials (username and password).
2. On the online banking dashboard, look for the Transfers or Payments section.
3. Select the option to make a new transfer.
4. Choose the type of transfer you want to make, such as local bank transfer
5. For transfers to other banks, input the beneficiary’s name, account number, and the desired amount.

6. Ensure that the account details and transfer amount are accurate. Once you are satisfied, hit the confirm button and proceed to authorize the transaction.

 

3. How to transfer money with Standard Chartered bank using mobile app

To transfer money with Standard Chartered Bank using their mobile app, you can follow these steps:

1. Download and install the Standard Chartered Mobile App from your app store.
2. Launch the app and log in with your account details (username and password).
3. On the app’s home screen, look for the Payments & Transfers or similar section.
4. Select the option to make a new transfer.
5. Choose the type of transfer you want to make, such as local bank transfer

6.Choose the account you want to transfer from and the account you want to transfer to.

7.Enter the amount you want to transfer and add a description if necessary.

8.Review the transaction details and click on “Send.”

9.You will receive a confirmation message that your transaction has been successful.

 

What is the transaction limit on *977#?

With your USSD Banking Transaction, you can conduct a maximum of ₦20,000 only per transaction and ₦100,000 only a day.

To complete a transaction higher than ₦20,000, you will be required to authorise the transaction with a 2nd PIN called USSD 2nd Level USSD PIN.

How to Check Standard Chartered bank Balance Inquiry

As depositor of SCB,who intend to check their account balance they should dial *977*00# then you seen on screen message displaying your current account balance.

You can also read: Sterling bank ussd code: How to register or reset Pin- transfer money, buy airtime and pay bills

How to Block  Standard Chartered bank accounts

Standard Chartered bank account holders can block their bank account by dialing *977# and follow the on screen message  or  call your bank via contact details: clientcare.ng@sc.com or + 234 270 4611-4, 0800 123 5000.

You can also block your Standard Chartered bank account by using Online Banking

1.Login to Standard Chartered Net Banking Portal.
2.Select ‘Help & Services’
3.Click on ‘Card Management’
4.Select ‘Report Lost/Stolen Card’
5.Now follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
6.The card will be blocked on completion. A new replacement card will be sent to the registered mailing address.

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Meet Ogbeide Frank, also known as Perere, a blogger passionate about finance and technology. He studied Business Administration at Ambrose Alli University in Ekpoma and Mobile Communication at Orange College in Malaysia. Frank has experience working as a banker and consultant for various agencies in Nigeria. For advertisement, content marketing, and sponsored posts, you can reach him at kokobest04@gmail.com.
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