How to Block Access Bank Account and ATM Card: Have you ever lost your phone or ATM card and worried that someone might access your bank account and steal your money? If you are an Access Bank customer, you don’t have to panic. There are easy ways to block your Access Bank account and ATM card from your phone or another phone in case of emergency.
Blocking your account and card will prevent any unauthorized transactions and protect your funds from fraudsters.
In this blog post, I will show you how to block your Access Bank account and ATM card using USSD code, mobile app, customer care, or bank branch.
You will also learn how to protect your account from scammers and what to do if you want to unblock your account and card later. Read on to find out more.
see also: How to Check Access Bank Account Balance
How to Block Access Bank Account/ATM Card
You can use any of the following techniques to secure your account and avoid money theft in the event that you lose your ATM card or SIM that is linked to your bank account:
- Via SMS
- Via Customer support
- Via USSD Code
- Via Access Bank Mobile App
Let’s take each step one after the other:
How to Block Access Bank Account/ATM Via SMS
Currently, you can not block your Access Bank debit card through SMS. You can try blocking it with the next method.
How to Block Access Bank Account/ATM Card via Customer Support
Another quick and easy way to block your Access Bank account is by calling customer care. To do this, follow the steps below:
- Open the call app on your smartphone
- Simply dial the Access Bank customer care line: 07003000000. This line is always available 24/7.
How to Block Access Bank ATM Card via USSD Code
The code to block your ATM card is *901# but there are steps you must follow carefully to block your ATM card account.
- Go to your phone call log
- Dial *901*911#
- Follow the prompts on the screen.
- Access Bank will automatically block your debit card once you follow the prompts correctly.
How to Block Access Bank Account/ATM Card via Access Bank Mobile
Follow the steps below to block your Access Bank account/ATM card:
Download the Access Bank mobile app on the Apple Store or Google Play Store and log in to the app. If you have the app already, launch the app and proceed with the next step.
- Go to the menu icon
- Choose Cards And Cheques
- Choose Cards
- Tap on Manage Cards
- Choose your Account
- Enter your PIN
- You can then block your ATM card.
Now you can use any of the methods above to deactivate your Access Bank account/ATM card.
How to Block My Access Bank ATM Card from Another Phone
Sometimes losing personal items like your phone is why you wish to block your ATM card. So, the quickest course of action would be to disable your ATM card from a different phone.
To block your Access Bank ATM Card with another phone, kindly contact any of these numbers;07003000000, 01-2802500, 01-2712005-7 with another phone.
Or simply quickly head to the nearest Access Bank to let them know you have lost your ATM card and you wish to block/deactivate it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I block my lost access bank ATM card?
- Go to your phone call log.
- Dial *901*11#
- Follow the prompts on the screen.
- Access Bank will automatically block your debit card once you follow the prompts correctly.
How do I block my access bank account?
What is the USSD Code to block an account? Dial *901*911# on any phone and follow these easy steps: Dial *901*911# Select Option 2 (Block Account)
How can I block my ATM without my phone?
Block ATM Card through the Branch
Go to the nearest bank branch with the ATM card number and account number. The cardholder can request the bank executive to block his / her card.
How do I withdraw money from a blocked account?
A court must approve and order any withdrawal of funds from a blocked account. The most common reason to petition a court to withdraw funds from a blocked account is to access a blocked account because the account was created for a minor who has subsequently turned 18.
Dynablog’s Conclusion
Blocking your Access Bank account or ATM card is essential if it’s lost or stolen to prevent unauthorized access and protect your funds. You can quickly initiate this process through the bank’s customer service or mobile app, ensuring your financial security. Always act promptly when such situations arise.
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