The United Bank of Africa (UBA) USSD code is one of the most convenient ways for UBA customers to manage their bank accounts on the go. This bank code helps customers to easily transfer funds, pay bills, purchase airtime and access other banking services directly from their mobile phones without needing an internet connection or visiting a physical branch.
In this article, we will provide a list of the UBA USSD codes including the transfer code for UBA for transfers, the code for purchasing airtime, checking account balances, buying airline tickets, and more.
We’ll explain what transactions you can perform, how to activate the transfer code, and the applicable charges. By the end, you’ll understand why the UBA bank code has become such a popular mobile banking option for the bank’s customers.
What is the UBA Transfer Code?
The UBA transfer code, or the UBA USSD code, is *919#. With the UBA code, UBA account holders can manage their accounts and perform functions like bill payments, airtime purchases, money transfers, checking account balances and more without visiting a physical bank branch. The code works on any phone, regardless of make and model, and does not require an internet connection.
To use the UBA bank code, you need to have a functioning mobile phone, a valid UBA account and a phone number linked to the account. Once you dial *919# on your phone, you will be presented with different menu options to select the banking service you need.
Updated List of UBA USSD Codes
This is a full list of the different transactions you can carry out on the UBA USSD Code, *919# and their direct codes.
Type of Transaction | USSD Code |
Self-Enrolment/Registration | *919*0# |
Check Balance | *919*00# |
Top-Up Airtime for Yourself | *919*amount# |
Top-Up Airtime for Others | *919*phone number*amount# |
Transfer Money to a UBA Account | *919*3*account number*amount# |
Transfer Money to Other Banks | *919*4*account number*amount# |
Load UBA Prepaid Card | *919*32# |
Block Debit Card | *919*10# |
Pay Bills | *919*5# |
Freeze Online Transactions | *919*9# |
Retrieve BVN | *919*18# |
ATM Cardless Withdrawal | *919*30*amount# |
Check Bank Statement | *919*21# |
Generate OTP | *919*8# |
Buy Data for Yourself | *919*14# |
Buy Data for Others | *919*14*phone number# |
Smile Data Top-Up | *919*23# |
Baba Ijebu Wallet Funding | *919*26*1# |
Betking Wallet Funding | *919*26*amount# |
Bet9ja Wallet Funding | *919*22*wallet ID*amount# |
Lottomania Wallet Funding | *919*26*2# |
ARM Pensions | *919*27*1# |
Oak Pensions | *919*27*2# |
Deactivate the USSD code for UBA | *919*911# |
How Do I Activate UBA Transfer Code?
The UBA transfer code allows customers to conveniently access their bank accounts and carry out financial transactions directly from their mobile phones. However, account holders must activate the UBA transfer code by registering their phone numbers to use this service. To activate the UBA transfer code, follow these simple steps:
- Dial *919# using the mobile number linked to your UBA bank account.
- Accept the UBA mobile banking terms and conditions by selecting “Accept”.
- Sign up for the UBA Bank USSD code or “Change PIN”.
- Select whether you want to register with your UBA account number or UBA prepaid card number.
- For prepaid customers, select the “Prepaid with PIN” option. For regular accounts, choose “Account with PIN”.
- Enter your 10-digit UBA account number or prepaid card number.
- Create a 4-digit PIN using the last four digits of your BVN or UBA debit card.
- Confirm your PIN by re-entering it.
Once these steps are completed, your UBA transfer code will be successfully activated. You can then start using the code to carry out transactions like sending money, paying bills, checking balances and more directly from your mobile phone.
What Do I Need to Activate My UBA Transfer Code?
There are a few basic requirements that must be fulfilled before you can activate the UBA transfer code:
- A UBA bank account: You need an active UBA bank account in your name to register for the service.
- A linked debit card: Your UBA bank account must be connected to a valid debit card that will be used for account verification.
- A mobile phone: Any type of mobile phone, including basic feature phones, can be used. It does not need internet browsing capability.
- A registered phone number: The mobile number you will use to register must already be linked to your UBA bank account.
- Personal details: To complete registration, you will need details like your name, account number, BVN and last 4 digits of your debit card.
Once you have fulfilled these basic requirements, you can activate the UBA transfer code by dialling *919# from your registered mobile number and following the on-screen instructions. This will allow you to start enjoying convenient, real-time banking via the UBA USSD code anywhere, anytime, without the internet.
How Do I Open a UBA Bank Account Using The USSD Code?
- Dial *919# from your mobile phone.
- Select the option “Open an Account” from the menu.
- Enter your first name and last name.
- Provide your date of birth in the format DD/MM/YYYY.
- Enter your gender (Male or Female).
- Input your phone number. This must be an active number.
- Select your preferred account type (savings or current).
- Choose a 4-digit account opening PIN for authentication.
- Re-enter your chosen PIN to confirm.
- Provide your physical address details, such as your state of residence.
- You will receive an instant notification that your account has been opened successfully.
You can now make an initial deposit of up to N200,000 into your new account. Link your BVN to upgrade your account and increase your deposit limit.
Within minutes, you can open a fully functional UBA bank account directly from your phone using the *919# USSD code—no need to visit a physical branch. You can start carrying out transactions immediately.
How Do I Create UBA Transfer Pin?
Here are the steps to create a UBA transfer PIN using the USSD code:
- Dial *919# from your registered mobile phone.
- Select the “PIN Services” option.
- Choose the option to “Create/Change PIN”.
- You will be prompted to enter your existing UBA mobile banking PIN.
- Then, enter your preferred 4-digit transfer PIN.
- Re-enter the transfer PIN to confirm.
- You will receive an SMS notification informing you that your transfer PIN has been created.
- In the future, you can use this 4-digit transfer PIN for transactions like funds transfers via the USSD code instead of your longer account login PIN.
- To change your transfer PIN later, repeat the above steps and select the “Create/Change PIN” option again.
Transferring Money with the UBA Transfer Code
One of the most popular uses of the UBA transfer code is for sending money from one account to another. You can use it to transfer funds between UBA accounts or from your UBA account to accounts in other banks.
How Do I Transfer Money From UBA to UBA?
To transfer money from your UBA account to another UBA account using the UBA code for transfer, follow these steps:
- Dial *919# to access the UBA USSD menu.
- Select option 3 for “Transfer Funds”.
- Enter your UBA mobile banking PIN.
- Enter the recipient’s UBA account number.
- Enter the amount you want to transfer.
- Select 1 to confirm the transfer.
- You will receive a confirmation message once the transfer is successful.
How Do I Transfer Money From UBA Bank to Another Bank?
Sending money from your UBA account to another bank is also easy using UBA transfer code to another bank:
- Dial *919# and select option 4 for “Transfer to Other Banks”.
- Enter your UBA mobile banking PIN.
- Select the recipient’s bank name.
- Enter their account number and amount to transfer.
- Select 1 to confirm.
- You will get an SMS notification once the interbank transfer is complete.
How Do I Get UBA Loan Using USSD Code?
- Dial *919*28# the UBA short code on your mobile phone to access the UBA USSD menu.
- Select the “Loans” option from the menu.
- You will then see the available loan products from UBA.
- Select the loan you want to apply for, such as a salary advance, personal loan, etc.
- Enter your UBA account number.
- Enter your transaction PIN for approval.
- You will then be prompted to enter the loan amount you want.
- If approved, the loan amount will be credited instantly to your UBA account.
- You can then use the loan funds as required and pay them back in instalments.
What is The Code to Buy Airtime From UBA?
There are two ways to purchase airtime using the UBA transfer code – for your number or other numbers. To Purchase Airtime for Your Own Number:
- Dial *919# followed by the airtime amount.
- For example, to buy N500 airtime, dial *919*500#.
- Select “1” to confirm the purchase.
- The airtime will instantly be added to your line.
To Purchase Airtime for Another Number:
- Dial *919# followed by the airtime amount and the recipient’s phone number.
- For example, to gift N1000 airtime to 09012345679, dial *919*1000*09012345679#.
- Select “1” to confirm.
- The airtime will be added to the recipient’s line.
Purchasing Data with the UBA Transfer Code
- Dial *919*14# to access the data purchase menu.
- Select the desired data bundle – 1GB, 2GB etc.
- Confirm your selection.
- The data will be activated on your line instantly.
That’s all you need to do to easily buy airtime and data for yourself or others directly from your UBA account using the convenient *919# USSD code.
UBA Airline Ticket USSD Codes
UBA provides a convenient way to purchase tickets from major airlines directly from your phone using USSD codes. Here is how it works:
- Dial *919# to access the UBA mobile banking menu. Select the “Airline Tickets” option (*919*12#).
- This will display a menu of over 16 local and international airlines. Select your preferred airline to see available flights.
- Enter passenger details like names, contacts, flight numbers, etc. Confirm all details and make payment from your UBA account.
- You will receive an SMS notification once payment is successful. The e-ticket will be issued instantly for both domestic and international travel.
The following table lists the specific USSD codes to buy tickets from popular airlines using UBA mobile banking:
Transaction | USSD Code |
Check airline tickets menu | *919*12# |
Buy Ethiopian Airlines tickets | *919*12*071# |
Buy Africa World Airline tickets | *919*12*394# |
Buy Lufthansa Airline tickets | *919*12*220# |
Buy Egypt Airlines tickets | *919*12*077# |
Buy Turkish Airlines tickets | *919*12*235# |
Buy Qatar Airlines tickets | *919*12*157# |
Buy British Airlines tickets | *919*12*125# |
Buy KLM Royal Dutch Airline tickets | *919*12*74# |
Buy South African Airlines tickets | *919*12*83# |
Buy Etihad Airline tickets | *919*12*607# |
Buy Virgin Atlantic Airline tickets | *919*12*932# |
Buy Royal Air Morocco tickets | *919*12*147# |
Buy Rwanda Air tickets | *919*12*459# |
Buy Kenya Airways tickets | *919*12*706# |
Buy Delta Air tickets | *919*12*6# |
Buy Air France tickets | *919*12*57# |
Buy Emirates tickets | *919*12*176# |
How Do I Deactivate My UBA Transfer Code?
If you lose the phone with the SIM card linked to your UBA Bank transfer code, it’s important to deactivate the code to prevent unauthorized transactions.
To do this, use another phone to dial *919*911#. After deactivating the transfer code, you will need to visit a UBA Bank branch to reactivate it.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the UBA transfer code *919# provides a fast, convenient and secure way for UBA account holders to manage their bank accounts and carry out financial transactions directly from their mobile phones.
With just a few simple steps, customers can check balances, transfer funds, pay bills, purchase airtime and data, buy airline tickets and access other banking services anytime, anywhere, without needing internet access.