The easiest way to check your BVN online!
With the development of modern technologies, it is now possible to conduct many processes online. It is convenient and fast since all the necessary operation can be performed in a few clicks without leaving your home or the spot where you are. For Nigerians who have Bank Verification Numbers, there are more than one ways you can check your BVN; one of them is via the internet. In this article we will take you through how you can check you BVN anytime online.
What is BVN?
The Bank Verification Number popularly called BVN, is a biometric authentication system which is used in banks. It was introduced into the Nigerian banking system by the Central Bank of Nigeria to limit illegal banking operations in Nigeria.
This modern safety measure corresponds with the Act of the Central Bank of Nigeria, 1958, to deter fraudulent transactions in the Nigerian banking system. In fact, the system captures your fingerprints, your face and other important personal information, then links them to your bank account.
It is likely that you must have tried to carry out some activities regarding details of your bank account, and therefore you needed to provide your Bank Verification Number (BVN) in the document.
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Most people don't remember their BVN numbers, so they are unable to add it in the documents, especially if it is not saved in your messages on a mobile phone or the contacts list. In this case, you will have to return home to pick it up or possibly go to the bank where your BVN has been registered.
This is inconvenient and wastes a lot of time. If you have registered for BVN and you have not received it on your cell phone via SMS, then you have no reason to worry, because you can check your BVN online.
How to check your BVN online?
It is possible to check your BVN online with the username and password used when registering for online banking. Now we will show you how to check your BVN code via the Internet.
The greatest thing about this is that you don't need to go to the bank where you registered for the BVN to check it. All you need to do, is go to your account on the Internet banking system, follow the instructions to check your BVN number on your mobile phone or tablet online.
You can check your BVN online using Internet banking platform. Just log in to your account online and go to the relevant section to check your Bank Verification Number. This option may not be available for all banks, so you can contact your bank's customer service desk to make confirmations.
Yes, it's that simple!
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Source: Naija.ng