How To Check BVN on MTN, Airtel, Glo, & 9Mobile

Last Updated on Mar 25th, 2024

On February 14, 2014, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced the BVN in collaboration with all banks in Nigeria.

The BVN (Bank Verification Number), is an 11-digit unique identification number assigned to each bank customer in Nigeria. The purpose of its introduction was to secure transactions across all banking channels.

Despite being a great initiative, there are challenges with remembering all 11 digits of the BVN code when you need them during a KYC process for things like loan collection, opening of a bank account, signing up on a fintech platform, and so on.

I believe you’re here because you’re wondering – “how can I check my BVN online?” Well, we’ve got you covered.

You see, to solve the challenge of always remembering the BVN, the NIBSS (Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System) in collaboration with Nigerian banks, created a BVN USSD code (565) that can be used on any of the telecom networks such as MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9Mobile.

In this post, we’ll explore the steps involved in checking and retrieving your BVN on any of these networks.

NetworkRequirementAction
MTNPhone number used in registering for BVN and account balance of 20 NairaDial *565*0# and enter your date of birth
Airtel Phone number used in registering for BVN and account balance of 20 NairaDial *565*0#
GloPhone number used in registering for BVN and account balance of 20 NairaDial *565*0#
9MobilePhone number used in registering for BVN and account balance of 20 NairaDial *565*0#
How to Check your BVN on MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile
how to check bvn on any phone network

How to Check BVN on MTN

Open up your phone dialer and dial *565*0# on an MTN network used to register your BVN. You’ll be prompted to input your date of birth in the following order: DayMonthYear. For example: 01122023.

Once this step is complete, your BVN will be displayed, and you’ll get a text message from MTN notifying you that “you have successfully subscribed to the BVN validation service, and N20 has been deducted from your account”.

This process will be unsuccessful if:

a.) You use an MTN number different from the one used in registering your BVN.

b.) You do not have up to 20 Naira in your SIM account balance. Check your account balance by dialing *323# and selecting “option 4 (Balance Check)” before you proceed.

MTN logo
MTN logo

How to Check Your BVN on Airtel

Dial *565*0# on your phone dialer using the Airtel number your BVN is registered with and your BVN will be displayed instantly. This will be followed by a text message that notifies you that you’ve successfully subscribed to the Airtel BVN validation service.

This process will be unsuccessful if:

a.) You use an Airtel number different from the one used in registering your BVN.

b.) You have less than 20 Naira in your SIM account balance. Check your account balance by dialing *123# before you proceed.

Airtel logo
Airtel Logo

How to Check BVN on Glo Network

Dial *565*0# on your phone dialer from a Glo network used to register your BVN, follow the subsequent prompts and your BVN will be displayed on your screen. This will be followed by a text message notifying you of your subscription to Glo’s BVN validation service.

You’ll be unable to check your BVN on Glo if:

a.) You use a Glo number different from the one used in registering your BVN.

b.) You have less than 20 Naira in your Glo SIM account balance. To check your account balance, dial *310# and select “option 1”.

Glo logo
Glo Logo

How to Check BVN on 9Mobile

Dial *565*0# from a phone with a 9Mobile SIM number used to register your BVN, follow the subsequent prompts and your BVN will be displayed on your screen. This will also be followed by a text message notifying you of your subscription to 9Mobile’s BVN validation service.

This process will be unsuccessful if:

a.) You use a 9Mobile number different from the one used in registering your BVN.

b.) You have less than 20 Naira in your 9Mobile SIM account balance. You can check your account balance using the USSD code – *228# or through SMS by texting “Info” to 228.

9mobile logo
9Mobile Logo

What is BVN?

BVN (Bank Verification Number) is an 11-digit identification number introduced by the CBN in collaboration with Nigerian banks in 2014 to secure banking transactions.

What is the code to check BVN?

*565*0# is the USSD code to check your BVN on all telecom networks.

Why is my BVN not showing?

Your BVN will not be displayed if you’re using a phone number different from your BVN registered number or if you have less than 20 Naira in your account balance.

Why is *565*0# not working?

If the USSD code is not working and you’re not getting any notification of a low account balance, then the issue may be caused by poor network coverage.

What to do if someone has your BVN?

Your BVN is meant to be private. It’s different from an account number that can be shared with anyone. If someone has your BVN, all you can do is hope they don’t carry out any mischievous act with it.

Why is my BVN showing invalid?

This may be because you’re trying to check your BVN using a phone number different from the one used for the BVN registration.

Can I check my BVN with another number?

No, you cannot check your BVN with any phone number different from your registered number. This is because your BVN is tied to the specific phone number you registered with, ensuring secure and accurate personal identification for banking purposes.

How can I get my BVN without my SIM card?

If you cannot access your registered SIM card, you can get your BVN through your bank’s internet banking service or mobile app. Ensure you have your banking credentials for authentication.

What can I do if I lose my BVN SIM card?

If you lose the SIM card registered with your BVN, contact your bank to update your phone number. The bank will guide you in retrieving or accessing your BVN with the new number.

How can I check the date of birth on my BVN?

To verify or check the date of birth linked to your BVN, contact your bank’s customer service. They can provide this information after confirming your identity.

How many digits is the BVN?

A Bank Verification Number (BVN) in Nigeria is an 11-digit number. It acts as a unique identifier for bank customers in the country.

Conclusion

The NIBSS, in collaboration with Nigerian banks, has made it easy to check and retrieve BVN using the 565 USSD code on telecom networks such as MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9Mobile.

The code to check BVN on any of these networks is *565*0#. By dialing this code and following the subsequent prompts, you’ll have your 11-digit BVN displayed on your screen.

But there are a couple of things you must make sure of for the process to be successful. First, you must ensure that the SIM number you want to use in retrieving your BVN is the one used in registering it. Second, you must ensure you have up to 20 Naira in your account balance.

If you’re sure you’re using the right SIM, and have an adequate account balance, but you’re still unable to check your BVN, visit your bank and file a complaint. There may have been an error in your documentation.

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