How to Register for Awash Bank Mobile Banking?
Awash Bank is one of Ethiopia’s largest private commercial banks. You can use Awash Bank mobile banking in two ways. The first is a USSD-based service that works on any handset with mobile network coverage. The other is a smartphone app for customers who can use it through the internet.
Awash Bank doesn’t have a single mobile banking product. It has a small group of related services, and the right one depends on whether you already have a bank account or want a mobile wallet only.
AwashBirr Pro (Wallet App + USSD)
AwashBirr Pro is Awash Bank’s mobile wallet service. You don’t need an existing bank account to use it. Anyone with a SIM card can register at a branch or through an Awash Bank agent.
Once you’re signed up, you can:
- Deposit and withdraw cash through agents, branches, or ATMs
- Check your balance and view a mini-statement
- Send and receive money
- Pay for mobile airtime, cable TV subscriptions, and school fees
- Check daily foreign exchange rates
- Apply for a short-term microloan through Awash Lehulum
Awash Mobile App
Awash Mobile App is separate from AwashBirr Pro. Awash Bank also offers the Awash Bank Mobile Banking app for people who already have an Awash Bank account. To activate Awash Bank mobile banking, you must first visit a branch and have the app activated on your existing account.
Awash Bank Mobile Banking Process
To register, you need to visit Awash Bank.
Step 1: Visit a Branch
To register for Awash Bank Mobile Banking, visit a branch with a valid ID and fill out the form.
Step 2: Receive Your Initial PIN or Password
After Awash Bank processes your application, it sends a one-time PIN or password by SMS. This initial code typically expires within 24 hours.
Step 3: Log In and Set a Permanent PIN
Dial the USSD short code (currently *901#, though it’s worth confirming this hasn’t changed), enter the PIN you received, and the system will immediately prompt you to replace it.
Step 4: Download the Awash Bank App
Download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and log in with your credentials. You can now use all the available features in the app.
Awash Lehulum: Micro-Loans Through Awash Bank Mobile Banking
Another feature of Awash Bank Mobile Banking is Awash Lehulum. It is a short-term microloan product. Loan terms range from a single day to three months, with amounts scaling from a few hundred birr up to tens of thousands. Terms and the repayment schedule depend on your choice. Interest is charged daily as a percentage, and there’s a penalty rate if you miss the due date.
Troubleshooting Common Awash Bank Mobile Banking and Login Issues
- USSD code isn’t responding. Check that you have network coverage (not internet), as USSD needs a cellular signal. Also make sure that you’re dialing the correct current short code.
- Initial PIN expired before I could use it. Since the one-time PIN is generally valid for only 24 hours, you’ll need to return to your branch to get a new one.
- Financial features are unlocked in the app. For Awash Bank Mobile Banking, downloading the app gives you only the non-financial features (branch locator, call center contact). You need to visit a branch to activate transactions on your account.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for Awash Bank mobile banking?
Visit an Awash Bank branch or an authorized agent with a valid ID. For a wallet-only service like AwashBirr Pro, you don’t need an existing account. For Awash Mobile or Awash Online, you’ll need to be an existing account holder and complete an application form at your branch.
What is the USSD code of Awash Bank?
The current USSD code of Awash Bank is *901#.
Is there a fee to use AwashBirr Pro?
Registration is free, but ongoing use carries small charges. A flat fee for balance inquiries and for withdrawals and transfers, depending on the amount.
Can I use Awash Bank mobile banking without a smartphone?
Yes. USSD banking works on any phone with a network signal. You don’t need a data connection or the app.
What is Awash Lehulum?
It’s Awash Bank’s microloan product, accessible through AwashBirr Pro and USSD. It offers short-term loans from about one day up to three months with daily interest.
I forgot my mobile banking PIN. What should I do now?
You’ll need to visit your branch in person to reset it. There’s currently no fully remote self-service reset option.
