Bank Verification Number popularly known as BVN is a unique 11-digit number that helps financial institutions in Nigeria identify individual account holders.
It acts like a security number for anyone who wants to carry out financial transactions with banks or fintech platforms.
To get your BVN, you can visit any commercial bank in Nigeria to register. Once registered, your BVN remains the same across all banks you operate with.
How to Check Your BVN Using Your Phone
After registration, you no longer need to visit the bank to access your BVN. With your mobile phone, you can easily retrieve your BVN in a few seconds.
You can check your BVN on your MTN, Glo, Airtel, or 9mobile network. Here’s how:
Step by step process to access your BVN
- Go to the dialer on your phone.
- Dial *565*0#
- Wait a few seconds.
- Your 11-digit BVN will appear on your screen.
- Copy it or take a screenshot immediately for future use.
Important Tips to Note
- All your bank accounts are linked to one BVN.
- This service costs ₦20 per request.
- Make sure you dial the code using the phone number you used to register for your BVN.
