This lender has full approval from the FCCPC to offer digital loans in Nigeria.
- Company
- Branch International Financial Limited
- Listed by FCCPC as
- BRANCH MOBILE APP
Before you borrow: registration does not make a loan cheap. Check the total amount you will repay, never give an app access to your contacts or gallery, and report any harassment to the FCCPC.
FCCPC register last checked 24 October 2026. Names can differ slightly between the app store and the register; if in doubt, search the company name.
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Branch (Nigeria) — Verification & Red Flags
Quick take: Don’t install any loan app with your eyes closed. Verify the company behind it, understand the fees, and avoid apps that request Contacts/SMS unless you’re ready for harassment risk.
What this is (plain English)
A digital loan app that offers short-term personal loans. Verify the exact company/app identity before sharing permissions.
Key claims you should confirm
- Loan range/limits: ₦2,000–₦500,000 (as commonly advertised)
- Tenor/repayment period: 61–180 days (as commonly advertised)
- Pricing: interest + fees (must be shown before you accept)
Verification checklist (Nigeria)
- FCCPC status: check the official list and match the exact company/app name. FCCPC status page.
- Company identity: look for a real business name + address + support channels (not just WhatsApp threats).
- Permissions: if it asks for Contacts/SMS/Call logs, that’s a red flag for harassment.
- Terms: confirm fees, penalties, and what happens if you pay late.
Red flags (be blunt)
- They threaten to message your contacts or already did.
- They hide fees until after you accept.
- No clear customer support; only random numbers calling you.
If you’re already being harassed
Document everything and use the complaint template. Don’t panic-pay without evidence.
- Download FCCPC complaint template (.DOC)
- Request a verification (tell us the app name)
Sources
- FCCPC: Digital lender status list (official)