FirstBank enables fully digital account opening via website—no branch visit needed

Sponsored content: FirstBank now lets anyone open accounts entirely online at firstbanknigeria.com—students, professionals, and entrepreneurs can complete onboarding in minutes with just a smartphone and internet connection. No paperwork, no physical branch visits required. The bank cites its 132-year history and commitment to financial inclusion as context for the digital push. Registration happens on their website; once completed, customers access full banking services digitally.

Specific account types available, required documents (likely NIN, BVN, proof of address), and any associated fees are not detailed in the announcement. The platform is described as simple, secure, and user-friendly for both individual and business customers. FirstBank positions this as part of its strategy to meet customers where they are and enhance convenience.

Digital account opening is increasingly standard across Nigerian banks—GTBank, Access, Zenith, and others offer similar services. FirstBank's entry removes a barrier for the unbanked and those far from physical branches, though internet access and smartphone ownership remain prerequisites.

Would you trust a fully digital onboarding with your primary bank, or do you still prefer walking into a branch for account setup?

SOURCE: https://nairametrics.com/2026/11/08/open-a-firstbank-account-digitally-anytime-anywhere/