Last Updated on December 5, 2022
In furtherance of its commitment to safeguarding the investments and savings of customers, Africa’s largest retail bank, Access Bank PLC, has introduced *901*911#. *901# is Access Bank’s USSD code that allows you to transact and enjoy banking services conveniently from your phone, without the use of airtime or data. This service is available 24 hours. This has made transactions very easy for Access Bank Account holders in Nigeria. Access bank has customized its own USSD code for money transfer, airtime purchase, and many other salient features. Carefully follow this article to learn how to use the Access Bank codes with ease and without any error.
Access Bank plc, commonly known as Access Bank, is a Nigerian multinational commercial bank, owned by Access Bank Group. It is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, the national banking regulator. It is a full service commercial bank operating through a network of more than 600 branches and service outlets, spanning three continents, 12 countries and 36 million customers.
Originally a corporate bank, the organization acquired personal and business banking platforms from Nigeria’s International Commercial bank in 2012. Access Bank is presently one of the five largest banks in Nigeria in terms of assets, loans, deposits and branch network.
The merger of Access Bank and Diamond Bank on 1 April 2019 has made Access Bank the largest bank in Africa. In conclusion of its merger with Diamond Bank, Access Bank Plc, unveiled its new logo, signaling the commencement of a new enlarged banking entity.
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Access Bank USSD Transfer code *901#
The Access bank USSD code is a short code that you can use to make transactions with your bank account on your phone. Because of technology, you can use the transfer code do buy airtime, make money transfers, pay bills, and also check your account balance.
Like the other banks in Nigeria with its USSD transfer code system, you are to only use the phone number that is associated with your bank account for this process. If you use another separate number, it won’t work.
Activation Requirements
The activation of the USSD code for Access bank in Nigeria is pretty simple. First, let us begin with the requirements.
There are certain things you will be required to enable the *901# USSD code on your bank account.
- All details related to your Access bank account should be made available.
- A sole signatory should own the account.
- You must have a BVN.
- Account activation is done through a four (4) digit secret code.
- Access bank requires that the account be naira denominated.
- No restrictions or whatsoever must be on the account.
- You cannot activate the USSD code *901# for Association, Corporate, and Joint accounts.
- You need to use a mobile number connected to your account.
How to Activate the Access Bank USSD Transfer Code
The activation process is pretty straightforward. You don’t need to stress yourself that much. Follow these steps to activate the USSD banking code successfully:
- Dial *901# on your phone.
- Get all details for your Access bank account available, including your ATM card.
- Enter the details of your Access bank account.
- Provide as accurate information as possible.
- Check and double-check the information provided to enable you to activate your USSD code successfully.
- Press the send button.
- Wait for a confirmation that the activation is successful.
And that is it. You have successfully activated your Access Bank transfer code and you are ready to use it for any transaction you want.