Connect with us

Loans/Finance

How To Apply For CBN COVID-19 Loan for Households & MSME

This is to inform the general public that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is giving out loan to households and businesses. In this article, we will show you how to apply for CBN COVID-19 loan for households and businesses in Nigeria.

Note: The CBN loan for households and businesses is totally free.

The loan is for households and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. It is a part of stimulus package to support Nigerians, especially those whose economic activities have been significantly disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The outbreak of Coronavirus in Nigeria has led to unprecedented disruptions businesses both local and international level.

The lockdown and international flight ban implemented by the Federal Government have negative impact on households’ livelihoods and business activities.

There is drop in global demand, declined consumer confidence and slowdown in production.

For this reason, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is giving out loans to assist businesses and households.

Eligibility for CBN Loan for COVID-19

  • Households with verifiable evidence of livelihood negatively impacted due to COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Existing enterprises (MSMEs) with verifiable evidence of business activities adversely affected as a by COVID-19.
  • Enterprises with bankable plans to take advantage of opportunities arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eligible activities under the CBN COVID-19 loan Scheme

  • Agricultural value chain activities
  • Hospitality (accommodation and food services)
  • Health (pharmaceuticals and medical supplies)
  • Airline service providers
  • Manufacturing/value addition
  • Trading
  • Any other income generating activities as may be prescribed by the CBN.

How To Apply for CBN COVID-19 Loan for Nigerians

Below is how to apply for CBN Covid19 loan for households and businesses in Nigeria;

  1. Visit NIRSAL Microfinance Bank (NMFB) portal at https://nmfb.com.ng/covid-19-support/.

  2. Click the “Apply Now” button under the category you want to apply for.

  3. Fill and Submit an application.

Note: You can also download NIRSAL guarantor’s form for CBN COVID-19 loan from the website.

  1. After submitting your application, wait for NIRSAL Microfinance Bank reviews and approval.

  2. CBN will again review your application and gives final approval for disbursement to NMFB.

Below are some importantquestions and answers you might find useful.

What is the CBN COVID-19 loan interest rate?

The Interest rate under the intervention is 5% p.a. (all inclusive) up to 28th February 2021 and thereafter, the interest on the facility will revert to 9% p.a. (all inclusive) as from 1st March 2021.

How long is the CBN covid19 loan for?

Working capital will be for a maximum period of one year, with no option for rollover. Term loans have a maximum tenor of not more than 3 years with, at least, one-year moratorium.

How much can I access?

a.) Households: You can access a maximum of N3 million

b.) Businesses: The amount to access shall be determined based on the activity, cashflow and industry/segment size of beneficiary, subject to a maximum of N25 million.

Working capital shall be a maximum of 25% of the average of the previous 3 years’ annual turnover. (where the enterprise is not up to 3 years in operation, 25% of the previous year’s turnover will suffice).

Source: Nyscinfo

Share this post

Continue Reading
You may also like...
42 Comments

42 Comments

  1. mkar Timothy baeago

    at

    please and please I need to apply it is very important thank you

  2. Agba Stella Ekor

    at

    I need for my business pls I will appreciate

  3. Mary Ori Audu

    at

    How can l apply for for CBN Household loan, I try to access the website is not going throughthrough Iam not a Scammer

  4. ADEOSUN OLUWASHINA EMMANUEL

    at

    Please, I’m trained on and want to go into paints manufacturing. But I need loan, as capital to start.
    Thanks
    ADEOSUN OLUWASHINA EMMANUEL
    08103143710

  5. aboki philip

    at

    i need for my business please if you help i need the load

    • Favour Evromojo

      at

      I need a lona for my business.08053228268

  6. Muhammad Abdullahi

    at

    I m weating for you money

  7. Mahmud labaran abdullahi

    at

    Some one has send me

    • Muhammad abdullahi

      at

      Sir lneed 250000 boost my business

      • Mahmud labaran abdullahi

        at

        My name is mahmud iam shoemaker in sharada

  8. Bashar yau

    at

    Always bvn not exist

  9. Aminu Mohammad

    at

    I apply household Seine last year but up to known the are telling me say my bvn dost not exist pls I need help if possible

  10. Njuur Felix

    at

    Sir I need 500000 hundred thousand naira to boost my business

  11. Mahmud salisu ibrahim

    at

    I want to apply

  12. Bala shaibu

    at

    Pls,can someone send me the link

  13. Sani mamuda

    at

    Plz I want to apply for I need more lights on haw to apply.thanks I am SANI MAMUDA

  14. Tanimu Nafiu

    at

    I have applied since but still I Not received Anything

  15. Abdullahi usman

    at

    Am still waiting

  16. Sani Umar

    at

    I need your support

  17. Alieze

    at

    Please what is holding our stipen, March to july for those that was flagged off.

  18. Yusuf ahmad

    at

    Hello sir why I can not see my approval bvn

  19. Aishatu Alhaji Dodo

    at

    I like to apply

    • Dada oluwaseun

      at

      I need business loan

  20. Ibrahim Abdullahi

    at

    Who can I get it?

  21. Umar yau

    at

    Am waiting

  22. nwankwo emmanuella OLUCHI

    at

    Nwankwo emmanuella OLUCHI my loan have been approved since 02-08-2020 all tell now I have not received any money

  23. famous made

    at

    Famous madu I applied since June but nothing yet I have been trying my Bvn sorry you loan has not been approved

  24. blessing

    at

    I also want to register for d loan but always saying bvn not exist. pls help

    • Ismail Mohammed daya

      at

      Always bvn not exist

  25. Olusegun Adewale

    at

    I applied since June but nothing yet.They have been telling me that my BVN does not exist.

  26. Garba inusa

    at

    thank you so much sir

  27. Isiyaka Dayyabu

    at

    Greeting to our Nation

  28. kelvin Jackson

    at

    l have try to apply several times but my bvn was claimed not to be existing, thanks

  29. Ibrahim Akilu

    at

    very good news

  30. Nura abubakar

    at

    Thank you so much

    • samaila james

      at

      pls help me iam samaila james last year i apply , so i get the massage to send my bvn i try to send network problem oneday i lose my phone that fill the form with it no be i rejester it so i forget my email password how you can help me now

  31. Baffa yau

    at

    But when will the portal be open.

  32. Saminu sdamu

    at

    Thank you sir

  33. Basiru Abubakar

    at

    very good can’I to Apply ?Thank you sir

  34. ABUBAKAR YAKUBU IBRAHIM

    at

    Very good news

  35. Abduljalil bashir o.

    at

    That good, I like to apply.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

More in Loans/Finance

Advertisement

Recent Posts

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Enter your email address to SUBSCRIBE for FREE to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 9,319 other subscribers
To Top