How to Deposit on Bet9ja Using USSD Code

What are the necessary steps for successfully placing a bet in a bookmaker’s company? Registration, selecting the game… and depositing, of course! With Bet9ja, this process is accessible to everyone, considering the truly astounding number of payment options available, where all users can easily find something for themselves. 

If you are trying to find out how to fund a Bet9ja account with a USSD code, this is the perfect spot for you. Below, you will discover step-by-step instructions.

Quick Overview of the Bet9ja Deposit Methods

As a Nigerian-based bookmaker, Bet9ja has made every effort to create the most user-friendly platform possible, especially in terms of the payment process. Thus, Nigerian players can enjoy depositing through any local bank, ATM, QR code, Opay, and USSD. If you would like to take a closer look at all methods and processes of Bet9ja funding, follow the link to read our full review on this topic.

USSD Code Method

No wonder the USSD depositing method is highly popular among Nigerian bettors. It’s a mobile payment that only requires your phone, your Bet9ja User ID and a stable connection for completion. USSD is known for its safety, reliability, ensuring fast and convenient transactions. You can use this payment via various banks, such as Zenith Bank, Unity Bank, UBA, Heritage, Fidelity Bank, GT Bank. In the following paragraphs, we’ll consider the USSD deposit process for each bank, providing step-by-step guides. 

When using the USSD method, please remember:

• You need to know your User ID, which you can easily find in the upper right corner of your Bet9ja profile after logging in.
• You need to remember your USSD bank pin code.
• There is a service charge, the amount of which depends on the chosen bank.

USSD Deposit via Zenith Bank

To fund your Bet9ja account via Zenith Bank, follow these steps.

1. Dial *966*6*2389#.
2. Enter your Bet9ja User ID.
3. Enter the amount you wish to deposit.
4. Verify your account data and confirm the operation.
5. After the successful transaction your balance will be topped up immediately. A confirmation message also will be sent.

Please, note that this payment method requires a service fee of NGN 20 plus VAT.

USSD Deposit via Unity Bank

If you want to top up your balance through the Unity Bank, check out this guide.

1. Dial *7799*403*User ID*Amount#.
2. Check your username and the amount you entered, read the information about commission. If the information is correct, send 1 (“Yes”) to go to the next step.
3. Input your Unity Bank USSD pin to confirm the operation.
4. After the successful payment your deposit will be credited to your profile, and you will get a proper notification.

Pay attention to the fee of NGN 30, which will be charged for this payment.

USSD Deposit via UBA (Magic Banking)

Use these steps to deposit funds into your Bet9ja account via UBA Bank.

1. Dial *919*22*User ID#.
2. Enter your UBA bank pin code.
3. If you have multiple accounts, select the one from which you want to make the payment.
4. Review your username and familiarize yourself with the fee information. After that, choose the “Yes” option.
5. Following the transaction, your balance will be topped up, and you will receive a confirmation message.

Note: the service charge for this method of depositing is NGN 20 plus VAT.

USSD Deposit via Heritage

In case you have a Heritage bank account and you want to top up your balance using the USSD method, follow this tutorial.

1. Dial *745#.
2. Choose Bet9ja and write down your User ID.
3. Enter the amount you want to add.
4. To confirm the transaction, input your Heritage bank USSD pin and press “Send”.

USSD Deposit via Fidelity Bank

To make a deposit through the Fidelity Bank, you have to take these steps. 

1. Dial *770*000*952+User ID+Amount#.
2. Check out the payment details. Choose the “Continue” option, if the information is correct.
3. To authorize the payment, input your Fidelity Bank USSD pin code. 

Please note: this payment incurs a fee of NGN 50.

USSD Deposit via GTBank 

If you want to make a payment via GTBank, read this tutorial.

1. Dial *737*50*Amount*500#.
2. Add your Bet9ja user ID.
3. Verify your account data and confirm the transaction.
4. Upon the successful operation, you will receive an email notification. Your wallet will be funded immediately.

C’Gate USSD Deposit

This method is relatively new. It requires some actions on the website and using your mobile phone as well. To find out how it works, check out our tutorial.

1. Open the website https://sports.bet9ja.com/
2. Log in and press “Deposit”.
3. Find the “C’Gate USSD” option and click on “Continue”.
4. Enter the amount you wish to fund, select your bank from the list, and press the “Continue” button.
5. You will see the USSD code generated for you. Now you have to dial this number on your mobile phone and hit the “Continue” button. Your balance will be topped up immediately.

An important note! This code is valid for only 5 minutes.

Conclusion

As you can see, the process of depositing via USSD string takes just a few minutes. You can easily top up your wallet anytime, anywhere, because this method is literally always with you in your pocket. Keep in mind your User ID and USSD bank pin code, make deposits and enjoy your playing!