First Bank Nigeria has different methods of how to block your ATM debit card if it is stolen or you misplaced it.
You can block your First Bank ATM card through a USSD code, SMS, or mobile app, from another phone or by dialling a dedicated number. You simply choose the option that suits you.
Therefore, find out in this post how to use any of these options and other helpful topics
How to Block First Bank ATM Card using USSD Code
First Bank made it easy to block your ATM debit by dialling the USSD banking code and following certain instructions.
Follow these steps to block First Bank ATM card using USSD code:
- Dial *894# on your phone (Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 mobile)
- Select Quick Banking
- Then, select Next Page
- Select Card control
- Select from these options:
- ATM
- POS
- WEB
- ALL CHANNELS
- FOREIGN
- Lastly, enter your 5-digit PIN to confirm your transaction.
Note from the options that you can choose to block your ATM debit card from a certain channel or all channels.
So, if you choose ATM, it means you block your First bank debit card from all ATM transactions such as withdrawals.
If you choose POS, it means you block your First Bank debit card from POS transactions.
If you choose WEB, it means you block your First Bank debit card from website transactions such as buying from online stores.
The FOREIGN option means you block your First Bank debit card from any foreign transactions.
Lastly, if you choose ALL CHANNELS, it means you block your First Bank debit card from all transactions which consist of ATM, POS, WEB and FOREIGN.
How to Block First Bank ATM Card on Mobile App
Through the FirstMobile app, you can easily block your First Bank ATM card whether you lost or misplaced it.
Here is how to block First Bank ATM card on the mobile app:
- Open the First Bank Mobile App.
- Click on the Menu icon.
- Next, click on Card.
- Select your card type.
- Click on Hotlist Card.
- Lastly, deactivate your ATM card.
How to Block First Bank ATM Card by SMS
Another quick option to block your First bank ATM is by sending “Block” to 30012 as an SMS on your phone. You must use the phone number linked to your First Bank account to send this SMS. After sending it, you will receive a confirmation message that your ATM debit card has been blocked.
How to Block First Bank ATM Card through Phone Number
First Bank also made it easy to block your debit card by dialling a customer care number without the need of speaking to a customer service operator.
To block your First Bank ATM card, simply dial any of these numbers: 07080625000, 014485500, 0700-FIRSTCONTACT. After dialling it, follow the voice prompt and select option 2 to block your ATM debit card.
This means you won’t have to be in a queue for long minutes to deactivate your debit card.
Check on First Bank Customer Care Contact Details
How to Block My First Bank ATM Card from Another Phone
Sometimes the reason why you want to block your ATM card is that you lost personal belongings such as your phone. Therefore, a quick response would be to deactivate your ATM card from someone else’s phone.
To block your First Bank ATM debit card from another phone, call the First Bank customer care number. Dial any of these numbers: 07080625000, 014485500, 0700-FIRSTCONTACT to speak to a customer service operator who will help you to block your card.
The First Bank Facebook page is another way to reach out to First Bank concerning any issues.
How to Block First Bank Account
Blocking your First Bank ATM debit card is a way of securing your bank account from unauthorised transactions. What if blocking your ATM card is not enough but blocking your First bank account temporarily is better?
To block your First Bank account, dial *894*911#. Enter this USSD code, follow the on-screen prompts and enter your 5-digit PIN. Following the process will deactivate First Bank USSD mobile banking on your phone (Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 Mobile). This is useful if, for instance, your ATM card is stolen, your account is compromised or does not need this service anymore.
How to Unblock First Bank ATM Card using USSD Code
You can later unblock your First Bank debit card after you have blocked it. This is useful if, for instance, you found your ATM card when you lost or misplaced it.
Follow these steps to unblock your First Bank ATM card using USSD code:
- Dial *894# on your phone (Mtn, Glo, Airtel or 9 mobile)
- Select Quick Banking
- Then, select Next Page
- Select Card control
- Select from these options:
- ATM
- POS
- WEB
- ALL CHANNELS
- FOREIGN
- Choose unblock option
- Lastly, enter your 5-digit PIN to confirm your transaction.
If you recover your debit card, it is important to change your PIN. To change your First Bank debit card PIN, visit any First Bank ATM machine around you.
Read: How to Check First Bank Account Balance.
Conclusion
If you lost or misplaced your First Bank ATM card, take action by blocking it through the USSD code, any of the methods.
I hope you find this information helpful.
Therefore, try it and let me know your experience by leaving a message in the comment section below.
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