Banking operations rely on a complex web of codes and identifiers, among which the Fidelity Bank Sort Code stands as a critical element. Understanding its significance and functionality is fundamental in navigating the intricacies of modern banking.
Introduction to Fidelity Bank Sort Codes
Sort codes, essentially numerical identifiers, serve as the backbone of the banking system. They streamline fund routing during transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Specifically, Fidelity Bank Sort Codes play a pivotal role in directing funds to the right destination, both domestically and internationally.
Understanding Sort Codes
What Are Sort Codes?
Sort codes, sometimes referred to as bank routing numbers, are unique sets of numbers specific to banks and their branches. Their primary function is to accurately direct funds during financial transactions.
Importance of Sort Codes in Banking
These codes are instrumental in swiftly transferring funds within and across financial institutions. Acting as a compass, they guide money accurately, whether in local or international transactions.
Unraveling Fidelity Bank Sort Codes
How Fidelity Bank Sort Codes Work
Each branch of Fidelity Bank possesses a distinct sort code. This code ensures precise routing of transactions to the intended branch or account, solidifying its role in the bank’s identification process.
Locating Fidelity Bank Sort Codes
Finding Fidelity Bank’s sort code is straightforward. It’s prominently displayed on various bank documents like checks, account statements, or the bank’s official website, ensuring easy accessibility for customers.
Fidelity Bank Sort Codes in Nigeria
ABIA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ABA | AUTO PARTS MARKET, ABA-PHC EXPRESSWAY, ABA | 070-230130 |
2 | ABA 2 | 78, AZIKIWE ROAD, ABA(082-233222) ,ABA ,ABIA STATE | 070-230376 |
3 | ABA 3 | 7 FACTORY ROAD, ABA(082-221476) ,ABA ,ABIA STATE | 070-230680 |
4 | ARIARIA | SHOP NO. A LINE 154 ARIARIA INT’L MARKET,ABA,ABIA STATE | 070-231003 |
5 | UMUAHIA | 2 MARKET ROAD, UMUAHIA(088-220374) ,UMUAHIA ,ABI | 070-230703 |
ABUJA
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ABUJA 2 | 1, OGBOMOSHO ROAD, AREA 8,GARKI(09-2343055) | 070-080306 |
2 | ABUJA 3 | 1970,MICHAEL OPARA STREET,WADATA PLAZA,WUSE | 070-080649 |
3 | ABUJA REGIONAL | PLOT 267, TAFA BALEWA ROAD, CBD, ABUJA(09-23451 | 070-080513 |
4 | FEDERAL SECRETARIAT | ABUJA | 070-081486 |
5 | GARKI,ABUJA | PLOT 1207 AWOLOWO WAY, AREA 8, GARKI, ABUJA | 070-080173 |
6 | IBAFON | IBAFON-APAPA ,ABUJA ,F.C.T | 070-150838 |
7 | NATIONAL ASSEMBLY | NATIONAL ASSEMBLY,ABUJA ,NASS,ABUJA ,F.C.T | 070-081075 |
8 | NNPC | ABUJA MONEY SHOP, NNPC TOWERS, ABUJA(09-23466 | 070-080416 |
9 | OWERRI MAIN | PLOT 269 IKENEGBU LAYOUT,OWERRI ,ABUJA ,F.C.T | 070-100930 |
10 | WUSE | PLOT 363, NANKA CLOSE, WUSE A2, DISTRICT ABUJA | 070-080199 |
ADAMAWA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | YOLA | 13,AMINU GALADIMA WAY,JIMETA,YOLA ,YOLA ,ADAMA | 070-091094 |
AKWA IBOM State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | UYO | 19 ABAK ROAD, UYO(085-202601) ,UYO ,AKWA IBOM STATE | 070-010583 |
ANAMBRA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ABAKALIKI | 29 OGOJA ROAD ,ONITSHA ,ANAMBRA STATE | 070-330946 |
2 | ASUT | IGBARAM CAMPUS:046-325041,325042 ,ASUT,IGBARAM | 070-020968 |
3 | AWKA | 7 ZIKS AVENUE,AWKA(048-553333) ,AWKA ,ANAMBRA | 070-020256 |
4 | BRIDGE HEAD | ONITSHA ,ONITSHA ,ANAMBRA STATE | 070-021174 |
5 | IHIALA | 20,UMUDIMOGO RD,BEHIND NKWO OGBE | 070-020997 |
6 | NKPOR | 27, PARK LANE,OFF MARKET ROAD,NKPOR,ANAMBRA | 070-020104 |
7 | NKPOR 2 | A 1A ADUA LANE, KM 3 ONITSHA-ENUGU EXPRESSWAY | 070-020560 |
8 | NNAMDI AZIKWE | NNAMDI AZIKWE UNIVERSITY , ANAMBRA STATE | 070-020926 |
9 | NNEWI | A40, ZONE 13,NNEWI ANAMBRA STATE | 070-020117 |
10 | NNEWI 2 | 1 ORAIFITE STREET, NNEWI ,NNEWI ,ANAM | 070-020492 |
11 | NNEWI 3 | ZONE 13, 252 MAIN MOTORCYCLE SPARE PARTS MARK | 070-020696 |
12 | NSUGBE | ONITSHA ,NSUGBE ,ANAMBRA STATE | 070-021307 |
14 | NSUGBE | ONITSHA ,NSUGBE ,ANAMBRA STATE | 070-021307 |
15 | ONITSHA STOCK EXCHANGE | ONITSHA BUSINESS PARK, NO. 4 RIDGE ROAD, GRA | 070-021297 |
16 | ONITSHA(MAIN MARKET) | 36 NEW MARKET ROAD,BANEX PLAZA,ONITSHA(046-41 | 070-020667 |
17 | ONITSHA(MAIN) | KAMO PLAZA,88A, UPPER MARKET ROAD, ONITSHA(046 | 070-020340 |
18 | ONITSHA(MARKET) | 2 SOKOTO ROAD, MAIN MARKET, ONITSHA | 070-020434 |
19 | ONITSHA(NEW MARKET ROAD) | 37, NEW MARKET ROAD,ONITSHA(046-216738) ,ONITSHA | 070-020023 |
BAYELSA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | YENAGOA | MBIAMA/YENEGOA ROAD,OPP SOBAZ PETROL | 070-320558 |
2 | YENAGOA 2 | YENAGOA ,YENOGOA ,BAYELSA STATE | 070-321201 |
BENUE State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | eMAKURDI | 37,NEW BRIDGE ROAD,OPPOSTE PHCN, MAKURDI, BENUE | 070-051018 |
BORNO State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | MAIDUGURI | 12 KIRI KASAMMA STREET, MAIDUGURI | 070-060368 |
DELTA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | AGBOR | AGBOR,DELTA STATE ,AGBOR ,DELTA STATE | 070-241527 |
2 | ASABA | 372 NNEBISI ROAD, ASABA(056-282000) ,ASABA ,DELTA | 070-240599 |
3 | WARRI 1 | 100 EFFURUN SAPELE ROAD, EFFURUN, WARRI | 070-240489 |
4 | WARRI 2 | 136 AIRPORT ROAD | 070-240719 |
EBONYI State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | AFIKPO | EBONYI ,EBONYI ,EBONYI STATE | 070-331039 |
EDO State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | AUCHI | 47A, POLYTECHNIC ROAD,AUCHI ,EDO STATE | 070-041264 |
2 | BENIN | 56 MISSION ROAD,BENIN CITY ,EDO STATE | 070-040951 |
3 | EKPOMA | 2A, IHUMUDUMU ROAD, BY ALLI SQUARE, EGUARE, EKPOMA | 070-041251 |
4 | UNIBEN | UNIVERSITY OF BENIN ,EDO STATE | 070-041358 |
5 | UROMI | 23,MISSION ROAD,OPPOSITE UROMI CENTRAL MARKET, | 070-041183 |
ENUGU State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ENUGU | 8 OGUI ROAD, ENUGU STate | 070-250233 |
2 | ENUGU 2 | 22 OKPARA AVENUE, ENUGU STATE | 070-250602 |
3 | NSUKKA | 31,-,NSUKKA ROAD ,ENUGU STATE | 070-251054 |
GOMBE State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | GOMBE | 12A NEW COMMERCIAL LAYOUT, GOMBE | 070-350612 |
IMO State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | OKIGWE | IMO STATE ,OKIGWE ,IMO STATE | 070-101434 |
2 | ORLU | 7,AMAIGBO ROAD,ORLU,IMO STATE | 070-101146 |
JIGAWA State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | DUTSE | JIGAWA STATE ,DUTSE ,JIGAWA STATE | 070-261536 |
Kaduna State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | KADUNA NORTH | PLOT 1B YAKUBU GOWON WAY, KADUNA | 070-110409 |
2 | KADUNA SOUTH | PLOT 1, KACHIA ROAD, KADUNA | 070-110328 |
3 | NEKEDE | FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC,NEKEDE ,KADUNA | 070-100901 |
4 | TUDUN WADA | POLYTECHNIC ROAD, BY CHAWAI ROAD. KADUNA | 070-111385 |
Kano State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | KANO | 110 MURITALA MOHAMMED WAY | 070-120211 |
2 | KANO | 56 IBRAHIM TAIWO ROAD, KANO | 070-120350 |
3 | KANO 3 | 19E BELLO ROAD, KANO | 070-120651 |
4 | KOFAR RUWA | 47A KOFAR RUWA ROAD,KANO STATE | 070-121391 |
Katsina State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | KATSINA | PLOT 109, IBB WAY,KATSINA ,KATSINA ,KATSINA STATE | 070-131103 |
Kogi State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | LOKOJA | LOKOJA ,LOKOJA ,KOGI STATE | 070-281192 |
2 | OBAJANA | KOGI STATE(TSD HEAD -KALU NWAFOR) ,OBAJANA | 070-281024 |
Lagos State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ADEOLA HOPEWELL | ADEOLA HOPEWELL ,LAGOS STATE | 070-150919 |
2 | ADEYEMO ALAKIJA | 2 ADEYEMO ALAKIJA STREET, V/ISLAND, LAGOS | 070-150825 |
3 | AGUDA | SURULERE,LAGOS ,LAGOS STATE | 070-151581 |
4 | AKOKA | 73, ST FINBARRS ROAD | 070-151280 |
5 | ALABA | 51 OLOJO ROAD, OJO, ALABA | 070-150757 |
6 | ALLEN AVENUE | 2A ALLEN AVENUE, IKEJA, LAGOS | 070-150032 |
7 | APAPA | 11 BURMA ROAD, APAPA, LAGOS | 070-150090 |
8 | APAPA 2 | 39 WAREHOUSE ROAD, APAPA, LAGOS , | 070-150317 |
9 | APAPA 3 | 13 COMMERCIAL ROAD, APAPA, LAGOS | 070-150799 |
10 | APAPA PARK LANE | 16B PARK LANE, APAPA (OPP. APAPA CLUB) | 070-151329 |
11 | ASPAMDA | TRADE FAIR COMPLEX, BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY | 070-150061 |
12 | ASPAMDA 2 | TRADE FAIR COMPLEX, BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY | 070-150443 |
13 | ASPAMDA 3 | HALL 3,TRADE FAIR COMPLEX, BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY | 070-150786 |
14 | AWOLOWO ROAD,IKOYI | 23 AWOLOWO ROAD, IKOYI, LAGOS IKOYI | 070-150278 |
15 | BALOGUN | 40 BALOGUN STREET, LAGOS | 070-150391 |
16 | BALOGUN 2 | FINANCIAL TRUST HSE, 1-4, BALOGUN STR. LAGOS | 070-150760 |
17 | BBA | TRADE FAIR COMPLEX, BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY | 070-150184 |
18 | BBA 2 | TRADE FAIR COMPLEX, BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY | 070-150634 |
19 | BBA 3 | F24/25 DELTA PLAZA ,BBA ,LAGOS S | 070-150773 |
20 | CENTAGE PLAZA | 14A ALLEN AVENUE, IKEJA, LAGOS(01-4976115-7) ,IKEJA | 070-150333 |
21 | COMPUTA VILLAGE MICRO | LAGOS ,BADAGRY ,LAGOS STATE | 070-150870 |
22 | CORP.BRANCH | 2 KOFO ABAYOMI STREET, VICTORIA ISLAND, LAGOS | 070-150168 |
23 | DOPEMU | 6/8 DOPEMU ROUNDABOUT, LAGOS | 070-150744 |
24 | EBUTE METTA | 11C WILLOUGBY STREET, EBUTE META, LAGOS | 070-150731 |
25 | EGBEDA | OLUGBEDE MARKET BRANCH, EGBEDA | 070-151125 |
26 | ENSEC | 7A ALEXANDER AVENUE, IKOYI, LAGOS | 070-150508 |
27 | ENUOWA | 69 ENU-OWA STREET, LAGOS | 070-150728 |
28 | FESTAC | PLOT K 1ST AVENUE BY FESTAC CANAL,FESTAC TOWN | 070-150977 |
29 | GBAGADA | 15 DIYA STREET, GBAGADA, LAGOS | 070-150223 |
30 | HEAD OFFICE | 2 KOFO ABAYOMI STREET, V/ISLAND, LAGOS | 070-150003 |
31 | IDUMAGBO | 18 IDUMAGBO AVENUE, LAGOS | 070-150142 |
32 | IDUMOTA | 101/103 ENU-OWA STREET, LAGOS | 070-150281 |
33 | IRE AKARI BRANCH | IRE AKARI, LAGOS STATE | 070-151332 |
34 | LBS | LAGOS-EPE EXPRESSWAY, LEKKI, LAGOS | 070-150207 |
35 | LEKKI | LAYOUT B,PLOT 3 BLOCK 2, ONIRU PRIVATE ESTATE | 070-150980 |
36 | MATORI | 84 LADIPO STREET, MATORI, LAGOS | 070-150126 |
37 | MATORI | 143 LADIPO STREET, MATORI, LAGOS | 070-150456 |
38 | NAHCO | MURITALA MOHAMMED INT’L AIRPORT, IKEJA, LAGOS | 070-150427 |
39 | NAPEX | NAPEX COMPLEX, V/ISLAND, LAGOS | 070-150621 |
40 | OBA AKRAN | 21 OBA AKRAN AVENUE, IKEJA, LAGOS | 070-150809 |
41 | OKEARIN | 32 ISA WILLIAMS STREET,LAGOS | 070-150045 |
42 | OYINGBO | 28 KANO STREET, EBUTE META, LAGOS | 070-150058 |
43 | VICTORIA GARDEN CITY | PLOT 8, KM 22 LAGOS-EPE EXPRESSWAY, VGC | 070-150074 |
44 | VICTORIA ISLAND | 16 ADETOKUNBO ADEMOLA STREET, V/I, LAGOS | 070-150388 |
45 | YABA | 326,HERBERT MACAULAY WAY BY BIRREL AVENUE ,YABA | 070-150265 |
46 | UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI | UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI | 070-061558 |
Niger State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | SULEJA | NIGER STATE ,SULEJA ,NIGER STATE | 070-161500 |
Ogun State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | ABEOKUTA | 74, OBAFEMI AWOLOWO, AVENUE, OMIDA IBARA ROAD, | 070-171273 |
2 | CALABAR | 1, EKONG ESO STREET,OFF MURTALA MOHD HIGHWAY. | 070-070895 |
3 | OTTA BRANCH | OTTA,OGUN STATE , | 070-171477 |
Ondo State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | AKURE | 12 OWO ROAD, AKURE(034-240348) ,AKURE ,ONDO STATE | 070-180549 |
Osun State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | OSHOGBO | KM 4,GBONGAN/IBADAN ROAD,OSG\HOGBO,OSUN STA | 070-291085 |
Oyo State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | CHALLENGE | IBADAN,OYO STATE | 070-191444 |
2 | IBADAN | 11 JIMOH ODUTOLA STREET, DUGBE, IBADAN | 070-190241 |
3 | IBADAN 2 | 14 OBAFEMI AWOLOWO ROAD, DUGBE, IBADAN | 070-190539 |
4 | IWO ROAD | IBADAN,OYO STATE | 070-191499 |
Plateau State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | JOS | 6,BEACH ROAD,OFF AHMADU BELLO WAY,JOS | 070-201114 |
Rivers State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | INTELS | INTELS CAMP, KM 16, ABA-PH ROAD, PORT-HARCOURT | 070-210464 |
2 | ONNE | NPA L LIGHTER TERMINAL, ONNE | 070-210150 |
3 | ONNE 2 | ONNE FREE PORT ZONE, ONNE PORT COMPLEX | 070-210477 |
4 | PH I | 2/10 ABUJA BYE-PASS, MILE 3 DIOBU, PORT-HARCOURT | 070-210529 |
5 | PH/ABA ROAD | PORT HARCOURT ,PHC ,RIVERS STATE | 070-211243 |
6 | PHC GRA PHASE 1 | PORT HARCOURT ,RIVERS STATE | 070-211230 |
7 | PORT HARCOURT 2 | 1 OGBUNABALI ROAD, OFF GARRISON JUNCTION | 070-210671 |
8 | RUMUOLUMENI | EAGLE CEMENT COMPOUND, RUMUOLUMENI | 070-210082 |
9 | TRANS AMADI 1 | 2 TRANS AMADI INDUSTRIAL LAYOUT, PORT-HARCOURT | 070-210011 |
10 | TRANS AMADI 2 | PLOT 47, TRANS AMADI INDUSTRIAL LAYOUT | 070-210299 |
11 | UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE,PHC | PORT HARCOURT ,RIVERS STATE | 070-211227 |
Zamfara State
S/N | Branch Name | Branch Address | Sort Code |
1 | GUSAU | NO. 12 GOVERNMENT HOUSE ROAD, GUSAU ,ZAMFARA | 070-371316 |
The Role of Sort Codes in Transactions
Domestic Transactions
In local transactions, sort codes are indispensable. They efficiently direct funds within a country’s banking network, facilitating rapid and accurate transfers between diverse banks and accounts.
International Transactions and Sort Codes
Similarly, in international transactions, sort codes are vital in identifying the recipient’s bank and ensuring the transfer reaches its intended destination across borders.
Optimizing Usage of Fidelity Bank Sort Codes
Ensuring Accuracy in Transactions
The correct input of sort codes is pivotal for transaction success. Verifying these codes ensures that funds reach the right account without delays or errors.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Errors in inputting sort codes can lead to fund misdirection. It’s crucial to double-check the code before initiating any transaction to prevent such mishaps.
Security Measures and Sort Codes
Protecting Sort Code Information
Maintaining the confidentiality of sort codes is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and potential fraud. Sharing this information through secure channels is imperative.
Preventing Fraudulent Activities
Banks implement robust security measures to safeguard sort codes, advising customers to stay vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities.
Benefits of Accessible Fidelity Bank Sort Codes
Streamlining Transactions
Easy access to Fidelity Bank’s sort codes streamlines financial dealings, making transactions hassle-free and efficient for customers.
Enhancing Financial Security
When used accurately and securely, sort codes contribute significantly to the safety of financial transactions, minimizing errors or fraud.
The Evolution of Sort Codes in Banking
Historical Perspective
Sort codes have evolved significantly over time, adapting to technological advancements and becoming an integral part of modern banking systems.
Technological Advancements and Sort Codes
With the rise of digital banking, sort codes seamlessly integrate into online platforms, enhancing accessibility and usability for customers.
Conclusion
Fidelity Bank Sort Codes serve as a vital component in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions. Understanding their significance and employing best practices in usage can significantly streamline banking operations while enhancing security.
Unique FAQs
- What happens if I use the wrong sort code for a transaction?
- Using the wrong sort code might result in funds being directed to the wrong account. It’s essential to contact the bank immediately to rectify the situation.
- Can I find Fidelity Bank Sort Codes online?
- Yes, Fidelity Bank’s sort code is available on their official website and various banking documents.
- Are sort codes the same worldwide?
- No, sort codes vary by country and banking institution.
- How secure is sharing my sort code?
- It’s crucial to share sort code information through secure channels to prevent unauthorized access or fraudulent activities.
- Can sort codes be changed?
- Sort codes are typically specific to branches and rarely change. However, in certain circumstances, they might be updated due to operational reasons.