How to Transfer MTN Credit to Another MTN Number (4 Best Ways)

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  • February 22, 2024

Staying connected is important, and having enough mobile credit is necessary for uninterrupted communication in today’s digital world. MTN, a top telecom company, lets users transfer recharge cards from one MTN line to another. Whether you’re helping someone in need or just sharing, MTN makes it easy with various methods. Here, I’ll explain how to transfer MTN credit to another MTN number using 4 convenient methods — USSD Code, SMS, Via myMTN website and myMTN app.

How to Transfer MTN Credit to Another MTN Number

Benefits of transferring MTN credit

There are several benefits to transferring MTN credit:

  • It enables users to help friends and family members stay connected, even when they’re running low on credit.
  • It provides a convenient way to share excess credit.
  • It allows for emergency top-ups in situations where purchasing a recharge card is not feasible.
  • It helps MTN customers to sell off airtime that was mistakenly over recharged from their bank accounts.

Requirements to Transfer Credit from One MTN to Another

To transfer credit from one MTN number to another, here are the things you need:

  1. Enough Credit Balance: Ensure that you have enough credit balance in your own MTN account — from N50 and above.
  2. Your MTN share PIN: Ensure you know your MTN share PIN. Here is how to get your MTN share PIN if you have forgotten it.
  3. Recipient’s MTN Number: Have the correct MTN number of the recipient to whom you want to transfer the credit.

How to Transfer MTN Credit to Another MTN Number

To transfer MTN credit to another MTN number, you can do so using any of these methods:

  1. USSD
  2. SMS
  3. myMTN website
  4. myMTN app

Let’s now explore these methods one after another so you can choose the most convenient one for you.

Method #1: USSD Code

Making use of USSD code is one of the fastest and easiest ways to transfer credit on MTN. Follow these steps:

  1. Dial *321# on your phone.
    dial *321#
  2. Choose the “Airtime Share” option.
  3. Select “Transfer Airtime”.
    Select Transfer Airtime
  4. Enter the recipient’s phone number.
  5. Enter the amount of credit/airtime you want to transfer.
  6. Input your MTN share PIN.
  7. Confirm the transaction.

If you follow the steps above, you’ll be able to transfer credit from your phone to another MTN number.

Alternatively, you can dial the USSD code *321*PhoneNumber*AirtimeAmount*PIN# directly. For example, *321*0903343XXXX*50*1234#. Once everything is correct, the airtime will be sent to the provided MTN number.

Method #2: Using SMS

To send credit from MTN to MTN via SMS, follow these steps:

  1. Open your SMS app.
  2. Type “Transfer [Recipient’s Phone Number] [Amount] [PIN]” without the quotes and block brackets. For example, type: Transfer 0903343XXXX 200 1234.
  3. Send the SMS to 321.
  4. You’ll receive a confirmation message for the transaction.

Method #3: Via myMTN Website

If you are internet savvy, another swift way you can use to transfer MTN credit card to family and friends is through the myMTN website. Follow the steps below:
To transfer credit through the myMTN website, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the myMTN website and log in with your phone number and OTP.
  2. Click on “View” under “Recharge” in the “I’m looking for” section.
    click view under Recharge
  3. Swipe left or click on the second dot under the “Recharge” section.
  4. Select the “MTN Share” tab.
  5. Enter the amount, your MTN share PIN, and the recipient’s MTN number in their respective boxes.
  6. Verify the details and click “Proceed” to complete the transaction.
  7. You’ll receive a confirmation message once the transaction is done.

Method #4: Through myMTN App

Another online method to transfer credit on MTN is by using MTN’s rich and user-friendly app — myMTN App.

Follow these steps:

  1. Download and install the myMTN app from your device’s app store.
  2. Open the app and log in to your MTN account with your phone number and OTP.
  3. Click on the plus (+) icon on the homepage.
    click the plus icon below the app
  4. Select “Share”.
    Select share
  5. Choose the “Airtime Share” option.
  6. Enter the recipient’s MTN number, transfer amount, and your MTN share PIN.
  7. Confirm the transaction.

Important Tips

Here are some important tips:

  1. You can share from NGN50 and above, so make sure you have enough credit for the transfer.
  2. Double-check the recipient’s MTN number to avoid mistakes.
  3. Keep track of your transfer history for future reference.
  4. Remember, transferred credit cannot be reversed, so review the details carefully before proceeding.

Conclusion

Transferring MTN credit to another MTN number is a simple and convenient process that can be done in just a few easy steps. Whether you’re helping out a friend in need or sharing excess credit with family members, MTN Share service provides a hassle-free way to transfer credit whenever you need it.

FAQs

Can I transfer credit from my MTN account to other network providers?

No, you cannot transfer credit from your MTN airtime balance to another network using the MTN share service. However, there is a way that I discovered that you can use to transfer airtime from MTN to other network. Check out this post: How to Transfer Airtime from MTN to Other Networks.

What is the MTN transfer limit per day?

On MTN, the minimum airtime that you can transfer per transaction is N50, while the maximum per transaction is N5,000. Then the cumulative transfer of airtime you can perform in a day is N50,0000.