With the advent of technology, one does not have to endure
the pains of lengthy bank queues to open an account.
This is, however, unless one wants to subject themselves to
queueing. In this article, we will look at how to open an Equity bank account
online. We will further look at the various accounts that one could access if
they decide to join this bank. Let’s now delve into details below.
Online Methods of opening an Equity bank account
There are two significant ways of opening an Equity bank
account without paying a visit to any of their branch offices. These ways
include:
1.
Opening an Equity account through Eazzynet
2.
Opening an account using Eazzy
App
3.
How to open an equity account using your mobile
Let’s start with the first method
1.
Opening an account through Eazzynet
If you have a secure internet connection and a laptop, then
this must be the most convenient way to open your Equity bank account. Eazzynet
allows a customer to access banking services from anywhere in the world. Here
is how to go about creating your account.
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Visit the Eazzynet
website
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A log in the tab will appear, on the bottom left
part of the page, you will find. ‘not a member of equity bank? Open a hapo hapo
account
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Click on this link, and you will be redirected
to another tab
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In this tab, you will be required to fill your
details like name, occupation and residential address
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Select the mode in which you would want to
receive the one-time delivery pin
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Then click on Continue
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You will be redirected to another page where you
will be required to accept your terms and conditions.
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You will then receive a one time pin(OTP),
please input it
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If correct, you are set and ready to go. You now
have your equity account.
Benefits of opening a
Hapo Kwa Hapo account
1.
One can schedule recurrent funds and
transactions
2.
International funds transfers and transfer to
other accounts can also be done through this account
3.
Paying bills like DSTV, KPLC, and Zuku
4.
Print and View bankers cheques, account
statements, request for full statements and stop cheques.
2.
Opening an account using Eazzy banking
app
·
Go to Appstore for iPhone users or google play
store for android users
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Search for Eazzy banking app and download it and
install
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After installing the App, select that you are a
new user
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Choose then you don’t have a bank account
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Input your first and last name
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Select and Input your identification documents
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Key in your mobile number
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Click on agree to terms and conditions after
confirming your details
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An account number and pin will be sent to your
mobile phone
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You are set and ready to start saving!
3.
How to open an equity account using your
mobile
·
Go to the dial tap on your phone
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Dial *247#
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Like the other method, select your
identification number
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Enter the details
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If an Equity agent referred you, input their
code
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If not referred, press 1
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Then accept the terms and conditions
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And you will receive a message with your bank
account and pin
Types of Equity Bank Accounts
The bank has three main types of accounts. These accounts
are:
1.
Transactional accounts – These are just two
accounts. Which are: Equity ordinary account which allows one to accumulate
personal deposits and a current account which is for savings and deposits.
2.
Savings account – These accounts are three. They
include Eazzy save, Junior Member account and jijenge account.
3.
School fees collection account
Moreover, the bank also offers various treasury and trade
bills for its clients.
Conclusion
Equity bank is probably the most affordable bank for Kenyans
at the moment. Apart from offering the best services to its clients, Equity
bank through its Wings to fly program has been able to help many children in
Kenya. Therefore assisting the communities to eliminate poverty and grow their
economic status.