How to Get Your BVN Number in Nigeria: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily get your BVN number by visiting your bank or using USSD from your registered mobile number.

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To get your BVN number, visit any bank branch where you hold an account with a valid ID. Fill out the BVN enrollment form and complete the capture of your biometrics (fingerprints and photo). You will receive a receipt with your BVN. You can also retrieve your BVN by dialing a specific USSD code from your registered mobile number.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a BVN and why is it important? BVN stands for Bank Verification Number, a unique identifier for bank customers in Nigeria, used to reduce fraud and streamline banking transactions.
  2. Can I get my BVN online without visiting a bank? Currently, BVN enrollment requires visiting a bank branch for biometric capture, but you can retrieve your existing BVN using a USSD code from your registered mobile number.
  3. What documents do I need to enroll for BVN? You need a valid ID and a bank account at any participating bank branch to enroll for your BVN.