How To Check BVN

‎How to Check BVN in Nigeria (2026 Updated Guide)

Checking your BVN shouldn't be a problem.Your Bank Verification Number (BVN) is required for opening bank accounts, applying for loans, receiving government payments, and verifying your identity across banks.

‎‎You must know that checking BVN for every bank is different.

‎What Is BVN?

BVN (Bank Verification Number) is an 11-digit unique number issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). It links all your bank accounts together and helps protect you against identity theft and fraud.

‎‎How You Can Check your  BVN Using USSD Code (Fastest Method)

‎‎This is the easiest and most common way to check your BVN in Nigeria.

‎1. Dial *565*0# on your phone

‎2. Make sure you use the phone number linked to your bank account

‎‎3. Your BVN will appear on your screen

‎Know this :

‎Works on MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9mobile

‎‎A small fee (about ₦20) may be deducted

‎How to Check BVN Online

‎‎You can also check your BVN online through your bank’s official channels.

• Bank mobile apps

‎• Bank internet banking portal

‎• Visiting your bank’s official website

‎‎Don't check your BVN on website which is not verified to be owned by your bank.

‎How to Check BVN by Visiting the Bank

‎‎If you no longer have access to your registered phone number:

‎‎1. Visit any branch of your bank

‎‎2. Go with a valid ID (National ID, voter’s card, driver’s license)

‎‎3. Request BVN retrieval

‎This method is safe and reliable, especially for account recovery.

People Also Ask:

• ‎Can You Use Another Person's Phone Number To Check Your BVN? 

‎No.

‎You must use the phone number linked to your bank account. If you lost the SIM, visit your bank to update your number.

‎• ‎Is It Safe to Share My BVN To Another Person?

‎‎Your BVN is confidential, Do not share it publicly or with unknown persons. Banks and official institutions may request it, but never give it out on social media or random websites.

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‎Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

‎• How many digits is BVN?

‎ BVN has 11 digits.

‎• ‎Can I check BVN without airtime?

‎‎No. You need a small amount of airtime to use the USSD code.

‎• ‎Can I use the code abroad?

‎‎The 5650# code works only within Nigeria on Nigerian SIM cards.

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