You can buy airtime from First Bank by dialing the USSD code *894*Amount# from the phone number linked to your bank account. Aside from the USSD code, you can also buy airtime from First Bank through the bank’s mobile app, online banking, Quickteller, or the ATM.
First Bank of Nigeria has been operating in Nigeria since 1894 and is one of the leading banks in the country, with branches all over Africa and beyond. Through its outstanding customer experience and excellence, First Bank has done well to utilize improved technology to provide seamless banking to its over 12 million customers. One of such ways includes recharging your phone from your bank account through various means.
How to Recharge From First Bank
To buy airtime from your First Bank account, you must be a First Bank account holder. However, you can easily open an account with First Bank if you have none. Also, your phone number must be linked to your bank account to access this service. The bank has developed several ways through which customers can efficiently recharge their phones without visiting the bank. Some of them include the following:
- USSD Code *894#
- By using the First Bank Mobile app
- Online banking via the First online portal
- Quickteller
- By using an ATM
What is the First Bank Recharge Code to Buy Airtime?
The First Bank USSD code is *894#. However, to buy airtime from your first bank account, dial *894*Amount#. You can use the First Bank USSD code in two ways, self recharge and third party recharge.
You don’t necessarily need a smartphone to use the First Bank USSD code as it works on any mobile device. Also, you do not need an internet connection before you can use the USSD code. More so, the code is not limited to buying airtime alone, as you can use it for many other transactions.
How to Buy Airtime Using *894# USSD Code – Self Recharge
If you are a First Bank Account Holder and want to buy airtime, follow the steps below:
- Dial *894# from the phone number that is linked to your First Bank account
- Select airtime top-up
- Next, select self top-up
- Select the First Bank account you want to be debited
- Enter the amount of airtime you want to purchase and press enter
- Input your transaction PIN and you will instantly receive the airtime top-up
Alternatively;
You can dial *894*Amount# from the phone number used to open your account, and you will be instantly credited. For instance, if you want to buy 500 worth of airtime, dial *894*500# from the phone number linked to your First Bank account, and your account will be credited with #500 airtime.
Note: The above process works for all mobile networks in Nigeria.
How to Buy Airtime Using *894# USSD Code – For Others
While the above method works for an account holder with the bank, it is also possible for you to buy airtime for another person through your account. To do this, follow the steps below:
- Dial *894# from the phone number that is linked to your First Bank account
- Select airtime top-up
- Next, choose airtime top-up for others
- Select the First Bank account you want to be debited
- Put the phone number of the recipient
- Enter the amount of airtime you wish to purchase and press enter
- Input your transaction PIN, and they will instantly receive the airtime top-up
Alternatively;
To buy airtime for a third party, dial *894*Amount*phone number# and enter your five-digit pin to authenticate the transaction, and the person’s account will be credited. Example: Dial *894*1000*0812237331#, input your transaction PIN, and the person will be credited with airtime of #1000.
Note: The methods work for all networks in Nigeria, including MTN, GLO, 9Mobile, Airtel, etc.
How To Buy Airtime Using First Bank Mobile App
The First Bank mobile app is another avenue for First Bank account holders to buy airtime or carry out different transactions. However, to use the First Bank mobile app, you need an internet-enabled phone with a data subscription. If you don’t have the App, you must first download and register on it before you can use it for transactions.
How to Download and Register the First Bank Mobile App
- Visit the Google Play Store or App Store and click on the download button.
- Install and launch the App
- Click on Register and enter your First Bank Naira debit card details and PIN
- An OTP (One Time Password) will be sent to the phone number that is linked to your account
- Enter the OTP and click continue
- Create a 5-digit PIN, also called “mpin,” which you would be using for subsequent logins
- Choose two security questions and answer it
- Then, create a 4-digit PIN you will use to authenticate transactions
- Finish the setup, and you will log into your account
NB: Ensure you don’t forget your login details.
How To Buy Airtime Using the First Bank Mobile App
Now that you have downloaded the First Bank mobile app, the next thing to do is to carry out transactions such as buying airtime, among others, on the App. To buy airtime from the App, follow the steps below:
- Login into the First Bank mobile app
- Tap on the “Menu Button”
- From the drop-down menu, select “Buy Airtime”
- Next, choose the network provider you wish to buy airtime from
- Add the phone number and the amount of airtime you need
- Then, enter your 4-digit transaction PIN to confirm the airtime purchase
- Submit, and your phone will be instantly credited
How to Buy Airtime From First Bank Via the First Online Portal
Another means of buying airtime from First Bank is through their online banking platform. However, you need to register for online banking before you can use this service. Also, you’d need an internet-enabled device with a data subscription and your ATM card. For those that have not opted for internet banking, you can register for internet banking through the following ways.
- Visit the First Bank internet banking page or click here
- Input your Card Number and Card PIN
- Choose your preferred User ID
- Type the verification code as seen in the box and click continue
- After completing the registration, you can now log in and buy airtime from your First bank account
How to Buy Airtime From First Bank Via the First Online Portal
- Login to the First internet banking portal or click here
- Input your User ID and type in the verification code to log in
- Once you are logged in, click on bills payment and select buy airtime
- Input the receiver’s phone number and amount
- Authorize with the code sent to your phone number to finalize the process
How to Buy Airtime From First Bank Using QuickTeller
Quickteller is also another means First Bank account holders can recharge their phones. However, you would need an internet-enabled phone, your email address, and your First Bank debit card before purchasing airtime through this platform. To buy airtime via Quickteller, follow the steps below:
- Go to the fintech online portal: https://www.quickteller.com/buy-airtime
- Register on the portal if you are a new customer
- Then enter your email and password
- Put the recipient’s phone number and amount
- Then enter your debit card number CVV and expiry date
- You will receive an OTP on the phone number and email linked to your bank account
- Finally, enter the code to authorize the transaction, and your phone will be credited
You Can Recharge From First Bank Using the ATM
First Bank account holders can also recharge their mobile phones using the ATM. To do this, follow the procedure below, and your phone will be credited:
- Insert your card into the ATM
- Input your PIN
- Select airtime recharge
- Select account type
- Choose the network you want
- Select the airtime amount
- Enter the phone number you want to recharge
- Confirm the details and click proceed. Your phone will be credited after that
Note: This process is the same as buying airtime for all the networks in Nigeria, as long as your phone number is linked to your First Bank account.