Accessing Account Numbers for Funding

Updated 2 hours ago

Upon successful verification, you’re able to generate USD, GBP, EUR, & AED account numbers on your Flutterwave dashboard. These accounts allow you to receive funds directly into your payout balance, which can be used for transfers. 

What currencies can I create virtual bank accounts for?

You can create accounts in USD, GBP, EUR, & AED. 

Is this available to everyone?

Account numbers are available to all approved Flutterwave merchants, with the exception of the prohibited categories. Click here for more information. 

How do I get account numbers on my dashboard? 

To get your AED, GBP, EUR, or USD accounts, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your Flutterwave dashboard

  • On the homepage, click on “Get account details” 

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  • You can also navigate to the Balances tab and click on “Fund balance” then “Via bank transfer”

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  • Your account numbers and other important details will be displayed.  You can fund the account using those details. You can also share them with your customers, partners, or anyone who wants to send you money in that currency.

  • Visit this link for more information on how to enable Flutterwave treasury.

How to fund your account number

To fund your account number, follow these steps:

  •  Log in to your Flutterwave dashboard

  • On the homepage, click on view account details

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  • Your account information will be displayed to you. Copy it to fund your balance

  • You can also navigate to the Balances tab and click on Fund balance

  • Select the Balance you wish to fund - USD, GBP, EUR, or AED

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  • Click on Fund Balance

  • Select a funding methods - either via Bank Transfer or Other Balances

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  • If Bank Transfer, copy the account details displayed to you and log in to your banking application to complete your payment 

Can I view/download my transaction statement?

Yes, you can. 

  • Navigate to Balance History on the Balance tab

  • Click on the download button to download in either CSV or PDF format 

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What are the supported transfer types?

The following transfer types are supported: 

  • USD - US Wire , ACH, SWIFT transfers

  • GBP - Instant Bank Transfer (FPS), SWIFT transfers

  • EUR - EU Wire, SEPA, SWIFT transfers

  • AED - UAE Local Transfer, SWIFT transfers 

What type of USD accounts are generated? 

The USD accounts generated are Checking accounts. 

How long does it take for my balance to be credited? 

ACH - 24 hours

FPS - 24 hours

SEPA - 24 hours

SWIFT (International Wire Transfer) - 1 - 3 business days

If you don’t receive the funds in your balance within this timeline, please send us a message

Are there cut-off times for the transfers?

Yes, there are cut-off times depending on the currency. Please see the table below. 

Currency

Cut-Off Time 

USD

2:00 PM EST

GBP

7:00 PM GMT

EUR

1:00 PM GMT

AED 

7:00 PM GST

PS: Transfers initiated to your USD, GBP, EUR, or AED account after this cut-off time will be processed the next working day. 

What is the pricing for funding?

The following fees apply to each currency account: 

Type

Currency

Pricing

Domestic Transfer 

AED, EUR, GBP, USD

Free

International Wire/SWIFT

AED, EUR, GBP, USD

0.5% with a minimum fee of $30, or its equivalent in other currencies.

PS: SWIFT transfers of $30 or less will not be credited to your balance. 

Are there any extra charges?

No, there are no extra charges for funding your account numbers.  

I made a transfer but it hasn’t reflected in my balance. What should I do? 

Chat with us or send us an email with a screenshot of the transaction receipt. We’ll be happy to help.

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