Zenith bank is known to many as one of the best banks in Nigeria. This is especially true considering it provides one of the best internet and mobile banking service in the country, therefore, calling it the apex bank is nothing short of appropriate. However, the crowding of the banking hall to perform minor transactions such as checking your account balance and transferring funds has been a significant cause of headaches for both bankers and customers.
There are a few reasons for this. The reason could be because Zenith account holders are curious about his/her reserve in the bank account. Or probably because they are preparing towards an occasion and want to know their financial buoyancy, or perhaps they anticipate some credit alert in some time and would like to verify its authenticity. Each account holder needs to know about their account balance from time to time.
This article aims to enlighten Zenith bank customers on checking their account balance using their mobile phones. Having early info on your account balance can help you notice and make a move against unpredictable expenses. It can likewise be a lifeline in case that the account holder begins receiving unusual charges or strange deductions from the bank account.
Zenith bank has devised various channels by which their customers can view their account balance right from their homes’ comfort.
How to check your account balance on your phone
There are two main ways by which you can check your account balance depending on the capability of your mobile device. One method requires internet access while the other does not. The two methods are:
1. Dialing USSD code
Virtually almost all mobile devices using this method. However, this process should be done using the phone number you used to register your account. Customers registered on the Zenith bank USSD service can dial *966*00#. But this method’s use depends on if the phone number has been linked and registered with a Zenith Bank account. This process does not necessitate data or internet connectivity. Also, this technique works on every mobile phone.
- Zenith bank customers new to the USSD service can register through the following steps:
- Dial *996# on your mobile phone linked to your account number
- Proceed with the Zenith bank USSD activation code by following the lead on the subsequent screen.
- Fill in your bank account digit.
- Choose a 4 digit pin.
2. Through the Zenith Bank mobile app
The Zenith bank app is one of the easiest ways to check your account balance. If you’re already a registered user, all you have to do is log into your bank profile and view your account balance. It’s pretty easy to download the Zenith Bank mobile application through Google play store for Android devices. It’s also open on the Apple store for those who use an iPhone. If you are yet to register, kindly go through the following process.
- Begin by loading from your app store, the zenith mobile app.
- Launch it immediately after installing.
- Click on the register button
- Input your account number
- Select the most comfortable means of registration either OTP, debit card or hardware token.
- To end registration, formulate your distinct password and pin.
Conclusion
Every bank account holder ought to be aware of his account balance regularly for precise planning and budgeting. There are numerous ways this can be done, and this article aims to expose the various ways zenith bank customers can.
