UBA
*919#UBA Magic Banking style USSD access. Verify transaction options on the official UBA channels.
Best for: Pan-African bank users and everyday USSD transactions
How to set it up
Dial *919# from the phone number linked to your UBA account. Choose the registration option shown and create the required transaction PIN.
Practical routes
| Task | Code or route | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Open Magic Banking | *919# | Dial, press Call and choose the service from the live menu. |
| Check balance | *919*00# | Enter the required PIN and wait for the response. |
| Freeze account access | *919*9# | Use the registered line and follow the security prompts. |
| Manage a card issue | *919*10# | Choose the relevant card option and confirm the card before approving. |
| Start account opening | *919*20# | Follow the identity prompts; additional KYC may still be required. |
Emergency action
For a lost phone or suspicious access, dial *919*9# on the registered line to open UBA's freeze route. Use *919*10# for card controls, then report any unauthorised transaction through an official UBA channel.
Fees: USSD session, transfer, bill and statutory charges can change. Read the full confirmation screen before entering your PIN; cancel if the amount or fee is not what you expected.
Limits: Limits depend on the account tier, identity verification, channel and the provider's current rules. Check the live limit in the app or official menu before a large transaction.
Digital access: App, USSD, cards and branches
Support: Large Nigerian and African footprint