If you are a United Bank for Africa (UBA) customer looking for the transfer code, then you are in the right place. I will not only be sharing the UBA Transfer Code but will also show you how to use the UBA USSD code to do a lot more, such as:
- Funds Transfer
- How to Check Account Balance
- Airtime and Data Top-up
- Flight payment
- Account Opening
There are numerous activities you can perform using the UBA transfer code beyond what I’ve already mentioned. If you’re interested in learning more about all the functionalities of the UBA USSD code, sit back and read through this page.
UBA Transfer Code (*919# Funds Transfer)
One reason you may be here is to learn how to transfer money using the UBA USSD code. Here’s how to do it.
1. Send money to a UBA account
Dial *919*3*account number*amount# from the phone number you registered with UBA, then follow the simple steps.
2. Send money to other banks
Dial *919*4*account number*amount# from the phone number you registered with UBA.
3. Send money to a UBA Prepaid Card
Dial *919*32# from the phone number you registered with UBA.
4. Send Money to Microfinance Banks, Fintechs & Other institutions
Dial *919*6# from the phone number you registered with UBA.
UBA Transfer Limited on USSD Code usage
If you are experiencing difficulties with a transfer, it may be due to exceeding your daily transaction limits. Below are the UBA transfer limits for USSD codes.
S/N |
Method of Authorization |
Per Transaction |
Per Daily |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
PIN |
₦20,000 |
₦100,000 |
2 |
Secure Pass (Token) |
₦20,000 |
₦100,000 |
3 |
Secure Pass and Indemnity |
₦500,000 |
₦1,000,000 |
UBA Transfer Charges on Transactions
In addition to the transaction limits, it is important to be aware of the charges associated with any transaction you make using the USSD code, also referred to as the shortcode.
S/N |
Transaction Type |
Transaction Band (₦) |
Charge (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Send Money to UBA Account |
All |
₦20 |
2 |
Send Money to Another Bank |
₦0 – ₦5000 |
₦10 + VAT |
₦5,001 – ₦50,000 |
₦20 + VAT |
||
Above ₦50,000 |
₦50 + VAT |
||
3 |
Send Money to Prepaid Card |
All |
₦50 + VAT |
How to Check Account Balance
One of the most important functions of the UBA USSD Code is that it helps you to check your account balance on the go. No smartphone or internet connection needed, all you need is the right shortcode that can help you check your balance.
To check your UBA account balance using USSD Code, simply follow these instructions below:
- 1. Dial *919*00# on your mobile phone.
- 2. When prompted, enter your 4-digit PIN.
- 3. You will receive an SMS with your account balance details.
Note: Please make sure that your phone number is linked to your UBA account and that you have activated the USSD service.
How to Buy Airtime or Data using UBA USSD Code
There’s no need to search for places to buy airtime; simply use the UBA USSD shortcode. It’s secure, fast, and convenient. Below is how to buy airtime or subscribe to any data plan of your choice using the shortcode:
- Airtime top-up for self
Simply dial *919*amount# on your registered mobile line (e.g, *919*1000#).
- Airtime top-up for family and friends
Simply dial *919*Phone Number* Amount# (e.g. *919*08123456789*1000#).
Transaction Limits
Airtime purchase is limited to ₦20,000 per day, and only PIN authentication is required.
Transaction Charges
S/N |
Transaction Type |
Charge (₦) |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Buy Airtime (self) |
Free |
2 |
Buy Airtime (3rd party) |
Free |
Airtime top-up for yourself means that you are purchasing airtime for your own number or any number linked to your bank account. On the other hand, an airtime top-up for family and friends is not limited to just them; you can also top up your other lines.
*919# Data Topup
Purchasing airtime differs from buying data, so I will also show you how to subscribe to any data plan of your choice using the USSD code.
- Data top-up for self
Simply dial *919*14# on your registered mobile line. You will see the list of available data bundles that you can subscribe to.
- Data top-up for family and friends
Simply dial *919*14*Phone Number# on your registered mobile line. It’s free and has no hidden charges.
Also Read:
- First Bank USSD Code for Transfer Quick Banking
- Globus Bank USSD Code: How to Use, Register, and Activate It
- Fidelity Bank USSD Codes for Transfer and Balance
- Keystone Bank USSD Code: Easy Mobile Banking
- Union Bank Short Code USSD to check Balance
*919# Flight Payment
Do you know that you can pay for your flight ticket using the UBA USSD code? Yes, you can, and I will show you the process. Some commercial banks don’t offer such services through their USSD code channels, but UBA does so. Below is how you can do it
- – Dial *919*12#
- – Input 4-digit PIN and select the bank account to pay from
- – Select the desired airline and input the flight PNR (Passenger Name Record)
- – Input the phone number of the passenger and payment amount (Passenger Name Record)
- – That’s it. Flight paid!
Airline Direct USSD Codes that help you fly
S/N |
Airline Tickets Menu |
Code |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Ethiopian Airline |
*919*12*071# |
2 |
Africa World Airline |
*919*12*394# |
3 |
Lufthansa Airline |
*919*12*220# |
4 |
Egypt Airline |
*919*12*077# |
5 |
Turkish Airline |
*919*12*235# |
6 |
Qatar Airways |
*919*12*157# |
7 |
British Airways |
*919*12*125# |
8 |
KLM Royal Dutch Airline |
*919*12*74# |
9 |
South African Airways |
*919*12*83# |
10 |
Etihad Airways |
*919*12*607# |
11 |
Virgin Atlantic Airline |
*919*12*932# |
12 |
Royal Air Morocco |
*919*12*147# |
13 |
Rwanda Air |
*919*12*459# |
14 |
Kenya Airways |
*919*12*706# |
15 |
Delta Air Lines |
*919*12*6# |
16 |
Air France |
*919*12*57# |
17 |
Emirates |
*919*12*176# |
How to Open a UBA Account using the USSD shortcode
Apart from transferring money and other things, you can also open a new account using the code on the go. However, you will still need to complete the process in the banking hall most time.
Dial *919*20# and select the option to open a new account, complete the process, and you are good to go.
Benefits
- – You can bank anywhere and anytime
- – Open an account in minutes.
- – Option to upgrade account to higher transaction limits
Transaction Limits
S/N |
Transaction type |
Charge (₦) |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Enrolment |
Free |
2 |
Check Balance |
₦10 |
3 |
Open a Bank Account |
Free |
4 |
Subsequent transactions |
₦6.98 |
Other Transaction types and charges
In summary, I will list all the USSD codes you can use to pay bills, retrieve your BVN, freeze your account, and more.
Other Transaction types and charges
S/N |
Transaction Type |
Codes |
Charge (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pay Bills |
*919*5# |
100 + VAT |
2 |
ATM Cardless Withdrawal |
*919*30*Amount# |
100 + VAT |
3 |
Freeze Online Transactions |
*919*9# |
Free |
4 |
Open a Bank Account |
*919*20# |
Free |
5 |
Generate OTP |
*919*8# |
5 |
6 |
Airline Tickets |
*919*12# |
50 + VAT |
7 |
Taxes and Levies |
*919*13# |
50 + VAT |
8 |
Block Debit Card |
*919*10# |
5 |
9 |
Retrieve BVN |
*919*18# |
Free |
10 |
Check LCC e-tag Balance |
*919*16*1# |
10.00 |
11 |
Top-Up LCC e-tag |
*919*16*2# |
50 + VAT |
12 |
Request Bank Statement to Embassy |
*919*21# |
1,075 (flat fee) + 21 per page |
13 |
Request Bank Statement to Commercial Banks and Fin. Inst. |
*919*21# |
₦42 per page |
14 |
View Mini Statement (Last 5 Transactions) |
Free |
|
15 |
Reset/Change PIN |
Free |
I believe you are familiar with the UBA transfer code and the various functions available through the USSD code. If you feel that you haven’t received all the information you need, please use the comment option below or contact UBA Bank directly using the details provided below:
Contact UBA 24/7 Customer Fulfilment Center via +234-02012808822, +234-02012808800, or email cfc@ubagroup.com.