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First Bank of Nigeria – online loan Nigeria

3.9 / 5 (312 reviews)

First Bank offers personal loans up to ₦15 million for salary earners. With over 130 years of banking in Nigeria, it is one of the most established lenders in the country.

Amount ₦10K – ₦15.0M
Interest from 1.83%
Term 3 – 60 months
Approval 24 – 48 hours
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First Bank of Nigeria has been lending to individuals and businesses since 1894. For personal borrowers, the bank offers salary loans, quick credit, and vehicle financing through its branch network and the FirstMobile app.

Loan amounts reach up to ₦15 million for qualified salary earners. Repayment terms stretch to 60 months, which keeps monthly instalments manageable even on larger amounts. Interest rates are tied to the prevailing monetary policy rate and are generally lower than what you will find with most digital lenders.

Applications can be submitted through any First Bank branch or via the FirstMobile app. Existing customers with a salary account typically receive faster decisions, often within 24 hours of submitting complete documentation.

Requirements and eligibility

First Bank lends primarily to salary earners whose employers are on its approved employer list. You will need to have your salary paid into a First Bank account and provide recent payslips, an employment letter, and a valid government-issued ID.

✓ Pros

  • Low interest rates compared to digital lenders
  • Borrow up to ₦15 million
  • Repayment terms up to 5 years
  • Over 130 years of operation in Nigeria
  • Wide branch network across all 36 states

✗ Cons

  • Salary account with First Bank required
  • Employer must be on approved list
  • Documentation takes time to gather
  • Decision takes 24-48 hours

Loan requirements

  • ✓ First Bank salary account
  • ✓ 3 months recent payslips
  • ✓ Employment confirmation letter
  • ✓ Valid ID (NIN, passport or driver's licence)
  • ✓ BVN

Frequently asked questions

24 – 48 hours after submitting your application.

The minimum amount at First Bank of Nigeria is ₦10,000.