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Quick answer
For UBA banking in Nigeria, the main USSD code is *919#. Use it on your registered phone number for transfers, balance checks, airtime, bill payment and emergency actions. For smartphone banking, use the official UBA Mobile App or UBA Internet Banking. For support, use UBA's official contact centre, email, branch, in-app support or Leo channels.
This guide is checked against official bank or regulator sources where codes, channels and complaint routes matter. It is educational information, not financial advice.
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Official UBA channels to know
USSD
*919#
Mobile app
UBA Mobile App
Internet banking
UBA Internet Banking
Customer care
UBA lists 0700 225 5822 and cfc@ubagroup.com on its mobile-app support page. Its digital channels also include Leo on WhatsApp at +234 903 001 0007.
Emergency action
UBA lists *919*911# for freezing an account and *919*10# for card blocking on official self-service and USSD pages.
What Nigerians usually want to do with UBA
Most UBA customers coming to this page need one of a few practical things: transfer code, app login, customer-care number, internet banking, branch help, account number, account balance, loan options or card blocking. A useful guide should not stop at the code; it should explain when to use USSD, when the app is better, when to contact support, and what evidence to keep if a transfer fails.
UBA *919# USSD: when it is useful
Use *919# when you do not have data, your app is not opening, you need a quick balance check, you want airtime, or you need an emergency action from your registered SIM. Official UBA pages list *919# as the main USSD route and include specific actions such as account opening, bill payment, OTP generation, BVN retrieval, card blocking and online-transaction freeze. Charges and limits can change, so confirm sensitive fees inside the session or on UBA's official page before relying on them.
UBA app and internet banking
The UBA Mobile App is better for larger transfers, transaction history, receipts, card controls, account monitoring and self-service actions. Internet banking is useful when you prefer a desktop browser or need a wider view of statements and account activity. If the app requests OTP, token, biometric or passcode approval, treat those as security controls. Do not share them with a caller, WhatsApp account or social media reply.
UBA customer care and complaints
If a UBA transfer shows successful but the receiver has not received value, first save the receipt, transaction reference, date, amount, receiving bank and beneficiary name. Give the bank enough time to trace the transaction, then request a complaint ticket. If the issue remains unresolved after the bank's complaint route, the next escalation should be evidence-based, not just social media pressure.
Safety warning for UBA users
Urgent topics such as account compromise or customer-care WhatsApp numbers can attract fake support pages. Always confirm support details from UBA's official website, verified app, verified social profile or a branch. No bank staff should ask for your OTP, full card PIN, internet-banking password or token code.
What is the difference between UBA Mobile App and Leo?
The UBA Mobile App is the bank's full smartphone banking interface. Leo is UBA's conversational banking channel on supported messaging platforms. They serve overlapping but different needs. Use the app for detailed account review and controls; use only the verified Leo contact published by UBA, and never trust a lookalike profile that starts a conversation with you.
How do you block a UBA card or freeze an account?
UBA publishes separate short codes for urgent actions: *919*10# for card blocking and *919*911# for an account freeze route. Read the prompt carefully and contact official support after the immediate action, especially if a device or SIM is missing. Freezing access is an emergency step; restoring it can require identity verification.
Can UBA rates, loan limits or transfer limits change?
Yes. Account tier, verification, channel, product and regulatory rules can affect what is available. Avoid relying on old screenshots for fees, savings returns or loan limits. Check the figure displayed in the official UBA channel before confirming a transaction and obtain current product terms before borrowing.
Common tasks and safest next step
| Task | What to do |
|---|---|
| Transfer or check balance without data | Dial *919# or the relevant UBA short code on the registered SIM. |
| Block card or freeze account | Use UBA self-service routes such as *919*911# or official app/branch support. |
| App not working or OTP delay | Check network, app version, registered SIM and official support before retrying many times. |
| Failed transfer | Keep receipt and reference, then report through UBA official support. |
| Customer care | Use official UBA website/app details, not random comment replies. |
Before you contact customer care
Prepare the facts before reporting a bank issue. For failed transfer, unauthorized debit, ATM dispense error, POS dispute, app login problem or card issue, write down the date, time, amount, channel, beneficiary, transaction reference and what the app or receipt showed.
Do not include OTP, full card number, full PIN, password or token code in a complaint message. A support officer can investigate a transaction without those private credentials.
- Use official app, website, contact-centre, branch or verified profile details.
- Ask for a complaint or ticket reference when money is involved.
- Keep screenshots but hide OTPs, card details and sensitive balances where possible.
- If the bank does not resolve the issue within its complaint process, escalate with evidence through the appropriate regulatory route.
People also ask
What is UBA USSD code?
UBA's main USSD code in Nigeria is *919#.
How do I block a UBA card?
UBA self-service pages list card-blocking through official digital channels, including USSD and the mobile app.
Can I use UBA USSD without internet?
Yes. USSD is designed for phones without mobile data.
What should I do if UBA transfer fails?
Keep the transaction receipt and reference, then contact UBA through official support.
Is UBA customer care on WhatsApp safe?
Use only the official Leo or UBA channels published by UBA. Do not share OTP or PIN.
How do I open a UBA account with USSD?
UBA lists *919*20# as an account-opening route. Complete any further verification requested for full account functionality.
How do I block a UBA ATM card?
UBA lists *919*10# for card blocking. Contact official support as well if fraud or phone theft is involved.
What is UBA customer care number?
UBA publishes 02-012807000, 02-012808822 and 07002255822 on its official contact page. Verify the latest details there.
What is UBA fraud desk number?
UBA publishes 02-012808800 for its fraud desk on the official contact page. Reconfirm before calling.
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