Sending money from your Union Bank account isn’t complicated. As a Nigerian, it is good to know all the different ways to send money from your account. This is useful because if one way doesn’t work, you can just use another.
Union Bank has lots of ways to send money, so you can easily handle your transactions in different situations.
1. USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data): The official USSD code for Union Bank is *826#. This method lets you initiate money transfers right from your mobile phone. By dialing the code and following the prompts, you can easily send funds to other accounts. It is an accessible option for handling transactions on the go.
2. ATM (Automated Teller Machine): ATMs provide another means to transfer money. Head to any ATM, insert your debit/credit card, and select the right option to initiate a transfer. You will need to input the recipient’s account number and the amount you want to send, then authorize the transaction with your PIN. This method is suitable when you prefer using physical terminals for your transactions.
Here’s how to go about it:
- Insert your debit card into the ATM machine.
- Enter your PIN to access your account.
- Look for the “Transfer” option on the ATM screen and select it.
- Enter the account number of the recipient to whom you want to send money.
- Enter the amount of money you want to send.
- Carefully review the account number and amount to make sure they are correct.
- Confirm the transaction by selecting the “Authorize” or “Confirm” button on the screen.
- Once the transaction is completed, the ATM will provide you with a receipt.
- Don’t forget to retrieve your debit card from the ATM before leaving.
3. Union Bank Mobile Banking App: Union Bank mobile banking app offers a modern way to transfer money. Simply download the app from your device’s app store, log in to your account, and navigate to the “Transfer” section. Enter the recipient’s details, the amount you want to send, and authorize the transaction using your app PIN. This method is perfect for those who prefer the convenience of mobile apps.
To register, follow these steps:
- Start by downloading Union Mobile App. Once installed, open the app and accept the Terms and Conditions.
- Enter your account number. An OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to the mobile number registered with the bank.
- Once you receive the OTP on your registered mobile number, enter it.
- Select a username for your account and choose a password for security.
- Create a transaction PIN. These add extra layers of security to your account.
- Return to the home page of the app and use your new username and password to log in.
Activating Union Bank Transfer Code
To activate Union Bank Transfer Code, follow these simple steps:
- Dial *826*8# on your phone.
- Enter the last 4 digits of your debit card.
- Enter your CVV (the 3 digits at the back of your debit card).
- Enter your debit card PIN.
Union Bank USSD Codes
- To buy airtime for yourself, dial *826*amount# using the phone number associated with your Union Bank account.
- If you want to buy airtime for someone else, dial *826*amount*recipient’s mobile number# from the mobile number linked to your Union Bank account.
- To transfer money to a Union bank account, dial *826*1*Amount*Account No#. Replace “Amount” with the desired sum of money and “Account No” with the recipient’s account number.
- To transfer funds to accounts in other banks, dial *826*2*Amount*Account no#
- For checking your account balance, dial *826*4#. You’ll receive details about the available balance in your Union Bank account.
- If you’re interested in requesting a loan, dial *826*41#. This will initiate the process for applying for a loan through Union Bank’s services.
