How to Activate Access Bank USSD Code & Register without ATM Card

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Do you need to know how to activate the Access bank USSD Code? This post shows you how to register *901# banking on your phone and use it for transactions.

Dial *901# to activate the Access Bank USSD code on the phone number – Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile – linked to your account and follow the on-screen prompt to create your PIN. Then, you could transfer money to any bank account without an ATM card, check your balance, buy airtime, and pay bills with your PIN.

Therefore, this post helps you understand this activation process and other related topics.

So let’s start.

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What is Access Bank USSD Code?

The Access bank USSD code is *901#. It is a fast and easy way to perform banking transactions on your mobile phone, such as sending money, checking your balance, buying airtime, or paying bills. This USSD code works on any phone – a basic phone or smartphone – and major mobile networks in Nigeria, Mtn, Glo, Airtel and 9 Mobile.

To start using the Access code *901#, you have to register it on your phone with or without ATM debit card details to activate it. Then, create your USSD unique PIN which you will always use to confirm all transactions you make afterwards.

Is Access Bank USSD Safe and Secure?

Access bank *901# USSD banking is safe and secure as it requires your unique PIN to confirm all your banking transactions. Hence, keep your PIN private including your ATM debit card.

However, if you lost your mobile phone, block the Access bank USSD banking immediately by dialling *901*911# on any phone.

Read: How to get Access Bank Credit Card.

How to Activate Access Bank USSD Code with ATM Card

To use *901# for transactions, you must register it on your phone number.

Here are the required steps to activate Access Bank USSD code with an ATM debit card:

Dial the code *901# on your Access bank registered mobile phone. Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile.
Select Transfer option
Next, choose the Debit Card option
Enter the last 6 digits of your ATM debit card
Enter your Access bank account number
Create a unique 4-digit USSD PIN
Re-enter your USSD PIN to confirm it
Receive a successful activation message.

How to Activate Access Bank *901# Code with out ATM Card

Read: How to Block Acccess Bank ATM Debit Card

How to Activate Access Bank USSD Code without ATM Card

Here are the required steps to register the Access bank USSD code *901# and activate it for transfer without an ATM debit card:

Dial the code *901# on your Access bank registered mobile phone. Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile.
Select Transfer option
Next, choose the No Debit Card option
Enter your Date of Birth
Enter your Access bank account number
Create a unique 4-digit USSD PIN
Re-enter your USSD PIN to confirm it
Receive a successful activation message.

Read: How to Check Access Bank Account Balance on Phone.

Activate Access Bank Code Requirement

Here is the requirement to activate the Access bank USSD code on your mobile phone before you start using it:

Have an active Access bank account
Have an ATM Debit card
Use the mobile phone number linked to your bank account
Airtime on your mobile network for Network charge. Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile.
Thereafter, dial code *901# to activate the USSD banking

How to Reset Access USSD PIN

Dial the code *901*0# to reset your Access bank USSD PIN. This code is useful to change your PIN in case you forgot it or it is compromised. Simply dial the reset code and follow the on-screen prompts to create a new PIN.

USSD Code to Deactivate Access Bank Account

The USSD code to deactivate Access Bank Account is *901*911#. This code helps you block your access account such as when you lose your mobile phone. Simply dial the USSD on any of the mobile networks in Nigeria – Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile; then, follow the on-screen prompts and enter your PIN.

How to Reactivate Access Bank Account

Dial the USSD code *901# to reactivate your Access bank account. This code unblocks your Access account. It must be dialled on the phone linked to your account whether it is Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile. After dialling it, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the reactivation process.

Access Bank USSD Network Fee

The mobile network (MTN, GLO, Airtel, or 9Mobile) will charge you 6.98 Naira when you want to activate the Access bank USSD code *901# and every time you use the code for all banking transactions.

Why is Access Bank USSD Code not Working?

Is the Access bank USSD code not working on your phone? many things could cause it. These include wrong code, insufficient airtime balance, mobile network issues or bank issues.

However, if it still persists, contact Access bank customer care at 01-2712005-7, 07003000000 or on social media

Read: Why Access Bank USSD Code is not Working.

Other Access USSD Banking Codes

Access Bank transfer code: Dial code *901*Amount*Nuban Account Number#
Access Bank transfer code to another bank: Dial code *901*Amount*Nuban Account Number#
Open an Access bank Account code: Dial code *901*0#.
Access bank code to buy airtime for yourself: Dial code *901*Amount# to purchase Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile recharge
Access bank code to buy airtime for others: Dial code *901*Amount*Phone Number# to purchase Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile recharge
Pay for bills: Dial code *901# and follow the on-screen prompts
Access Bank USSD code to check account balance: Dial code *901*00#

Access Bank Customer Care

Do you encounter issues using the USSD code, contact Access bank customer care on these channels:

Access Bank Customer Care Number: 01-2712005-7 or 07003000000.
Facebook: Access Bank.
Twitter: @myaccessbank
Access Bank WhatsApp Number: +2349090901901.
Email: contactcenter@accessbankplc.com
Access Physical bank: Visit the customer care unit.

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Final Thought

Finally, I hope you now know how to activate the Access bank *901# USSD banking code on your mobile phone and use it for all financial transactions such as transferring money to another bank account.

Therefore, try it and let me know your experience. Also, leave a message in the comment section below.