Hello guys, have you heard about VFD Microfinance Bank or simply VBank in Nigeria? Not really? Well, I’m about to tell you what’s up about this bank; how you can save money, apply and get a loan, invest your savings wisely and get financial tips that will spark your financial curiosities.
NOTE: This is not a sponsored post (i.e., I’m not paid to write about VBank or promote any of their services). This is just like other posts I write from my personal experience and what’s working for people.
But I’m going to give you honest reviews about their products (or services), their mobile apps and their website. I will start the basics;
What to Know about VFD Microfinance Bank
According to the company’s overview, VFD Microfinance Bank is a financial services institution based in Lagos State, Nigeria. They operate fully in the ‘Microfinance Banking Sector’ and have different finance experts who come together to help transform their customers’ goals to reality.
According to the company;
We’re in the business of helping all our customers achieve their desires, solve intermittent problems and create wealth, through high yield savings accounts and low interest rates on loans.
Although Vbank has its head office in Lagos, you can bank with them anywhere you are in Nigeria. You know this is made possible by virtue of advancement in financial technology – thanks to that.
In fact, I’m living in Osun State and I have an account with them which I hope to grow my savings with them.
But you may be thinking that you’ve heard about different digital banks and some seemed to be a fraud. And that may bring a particular question to your mind that;
Is VFD Microfinance Bank or VBank Scam or Legit?
Without much ado, VFD Microfinance Bank is Legit!
Why do I say that?
In the title of the post, you read that it’s Don Jazzy Endorsed, right?
Yes, Don Jazzy openly endorsed VFD Microfinance Bank via his verified social media handle (here @Donjazzy) and that’s how I personally learned about this digital Microfinance bank in Nigeria.
I believe Don Jazzy won’t put his global reputation on risk in order to vouch for a scam or fraudulent banking company.
Well, I didn’t register an account with VFD immediately I learned about them from Don Baba, but had to check on their website and reputable to see if they will woo my darling self. And you know what? They seduced me with their services and had to register for an account immediately.
I also learned (through research on Google) that VFD Microfinance bank is featured in Guardian Online Magazine, Techpoint Africa, Business Day, Nairametrics, and they’re in UNILAG – a reputable university in Lagos State.
Now, let talk about what you can do with VFD Microfinance Bank.
Why Using VBank in Nigeria?
You know that temptation is a real bastard when it comes to money.
Sometimes, you may find it difficult:
- To save money in your piggy bank at home (because you might find yourself spending it easily)
- Save with a bank (because the money will be deducted for some charges like SMS alert and other arrant charges)
- Apply and get a loan easily in Nigeria
But what If I tell you that with VBank in Nigeria, these challenges are eliminated because they created the platform for you in mind.
Overview of VFD Microfinance Bank’s 5 Top Products and How They Help
- Employee Loan
This is one of the loan packages for employees by VFD Microfinance bank and if you’re working with any company, you might be eligible.
Note that your company must be able to sign a MoU with VFD and agree to pay back the loan from the salaries.
How this helps
If you are a staff of a company and you’ve been looking for a way to get loan, this package is for you and you’ll enjoy good interest rate, get the money within 6 hours after applying and you can back from the company salaries for 12 months (that’s a year)
APPLY HERE: https://vfdbank.com/employee
- Travel Loan
You’ve been trying to enjoy yourself somewhere outside the country and you don’t have enough money for the vacation, right? Don’t feel sad, VBank is now in Nigeria to help you with their travel loan package.
VFD Microfinance Bank partnered with WONTRA, a company where you can book your flight, accommodation, rental cars and help you with amazing attractions and holidays.
With this partnership, VFD Microfinance Bank will help you fulfill your dream to travel and enjoy yourself outside the country.
Before you can be eligible, you will have to meet their requirements and accepts their terms and conditions. For more, read and apply here: https://vfdbank.com/travel-loan
- Secured Loan
You may need an urgent loan to take care of something like medical bills or anything, VFD Microfinance Bank understands that at this junction, you are seriously in need of cash and some people or bank might turn down your request for loan…
That’s why they offer this package for anyone who can provide a collateral for the quick loan.
Such collateral (or assets) must be proved by you by providing the necessary documents and other requirements.
The good news is that you can get a loan up to N2millon as long as you secured it with an original asset.
To learn more and Appy, check here: https://vfdbank.com/secured-loan
- Unsecured Loan
Unlike Secured loan package where you’ll have to provide a collateral, VBank offers loan to professionals informal employment of blue chip/multinational organization.
In simple words, people who can apply for this loan are however banking professionals or regular customers and the maximum you can be given is N250k within 6 months.
You will be given the fund within 24 hours of providing necessary documents.
To learn more and to apply, check here: https://vfdbank.com/unsecured-loan
- Savings
Your case may be different, you may not need a loan but would like to save some money. IF that’s the case, VFD Microfinance Bank offers a hybrid savings package.
You’re not just keeping your money here but you’re making your money to work for you while you save.
With the VFD_MFB hybrid or Vbank saving package, you’ll earn a compounded monthly interest of 14% per annum on whatever you save.
Note, this campaign is designed to help people who’re ready starting investing for as low as N50k.
For more details about this and getting started, check here; https://vfdbank.com/startnow
Let talk about registering;
How to Register an Account on VFD Microfinance Bank
I will not go deep into this, because the registration steps are easy and I trust that it’ll be easy for you. To register with VBank, you’ll need:
- Download the app – Click here to download for Android | iOS
- A working email address
- A passport photograph on your phone (to upload a profile pic)
- Your BVN and/or Bank Account Details (Name of Bank and Account Number)
- Use this code ? N8AXD – as your referral code or ID.
If you have these ready, go to their website to register and follow the prompt steps.
I personally use their android mobile app (which is free), you can get it on Google PlayStore (as shared above)
Before registering, make sure that the phone number linked with your BVN is active because you’ll be sent a 4-digits PIN to validate your registration on VFD Microfinance Bank.
After you’ve either registered with BVN or Bank details and might have done the validation successfully, the next thing is to navigate through your account!
How to Send Transfer Money from Your Bank to VBank or VFD
This is one of the problem people seems to be facing when using Vbank mobile app, but I’m going to show you how you can transfer or send money from your regular bank account to your new-found love, Vbank.
Just let do this in 4 easy steps;
- In your Vbank mobile app (after sign-in) at the homepage, long press on your account number to copy it, or simply write it down somewhere.
- Go to your other bank app (either GTbank, Zenith or any bank), start sending normally like you usually do put your copied Vbank account number where it is necessary (where it suppose to be na – Beneficiary account number)
- Now, you need to choose the Beneficiary Bank by searching for “VFD” and you’ll see the logo
- Then complete the transaction as usual!
This is very easy if you do send money through mobile apps, you can as well use USSD, but make sure you choose VFD Microfinance bank as the Beneficiary or receiving bank.
Now, let’s talk about the;
Added Benefit of VFD Microfinance Bank
- You can become one of their sales agents and make money while helping to know about this helpful company, and follow-up until they start maintaining a certain balance on their account
- You Can pay for bills such as Cable, Data, etc.
- You can set and monitor a budget for each month
- You are shown the analysis of your account (both inflow and outflow)
- And you can rest assured of high security from their end.
So, that’s what I can write about VBank in Nigeria
Let me tell you that you need to be patient when registering because of internet service and you might encounter delay or validation errors (token). But if you notice this, wait for a while and try again. I faced this difficult, I entered requested and entered my token more than 8 times but finally, I register successfully.
Also note that the 3 key agendas of VFD Microfinance Bank are Nigeria are to help you SAVE, INVEST, and gives LOAN if you meet their requirements.
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