In Nigeria, all major telecom networks allow users to transfer or share airtime from one SIM to another SIM on the same network. This feature is commonly used to help friends and family or to convert airtime to cash using services like Airtime2Cash.
In this guide, we explain how to share airtime on MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9mobile (T2) including:
USSD transfer codes
App transfer options
Daily limits and policies
Important rules to avoid failed transactions
📱 How To Share Airtime on MTN Nigeria
MTN calls its airtime transfer service MTN Share.
This service allows MTN users to send airtime to another MTN line.
MTN Airtime Transfer Code
Dial:
Example:
This will send ₦5,000 airtime to the recipient.
MTN Airtime Transfer Using SMS
Send SMS to 321 in this format:
Example:
MTN Airtime Transfer Using App
You can also share airtime using the MyMTN App.
Steps:
Download the MyMTN App
Login with your MTN number
Select Share Airtime
Enter recipient number
Enter amount
Confirm transfer
MTN Airtime Share Policy
| Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum transfer | ₦50 |
| Maximum per transaction | ₦10,000 |
| Daily limit per SIM | ₦100,000 |
| Number of transfers | Multiple allowed |
Example daily combinations:
₦10,000 × 10 transfers
₦5,000 × 20 transfers
If an MTN transaction shows “Oops” error, MTN normally reverts the airtime back to the sender the next day.
📱 How To Share Airtime on Airtel Nigeria
Airtel’s airtime transfer service is called Airtel Me2U.
It allows Airtel users to send airtime to another Airtel SIM.
Airtel Airtime Transfer Code
Dial:
Example:
Airtel Airtime Transfer Using SMS
Send SMS to 432:
Example:
Airtel Airtime Transfer Using App
You can also use the My Airtel App.
Steps:
Download My Airtel App
Login with your Airtel number
Tap Airtime Transfer
Enter recipient number
Enter amount
Confirm transaction
Airtel Airtime Share Policy
| Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum transfer | ₦50 |
| Maximum per transaction | ₦20,000 |
| Daily limit per SIM | ₦20,000 |
| Multiple transfers | Allowed |
Airtel may sometimes delay confirmation messages during high network traffic.
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Airtel Nigeria’s New Airtime Share Policy
📱 How To Share Airtime on 9mobile (T2)
9mobile airtime sharing is called 9mobile Transfer (T2).
It allows users to transfer airtime between 9mobile numbers.
9mobile Airtime Transfer Code
Dial:
Example:
9mobile Airtime Transfer Using SMS
Send to 223:
Example:
9mobile Airtime Transfer Using App
9mobile users can also share airtime through the 9mobile App.
Steps:
Download the 9mobile App
Login with your number
Select Transfer Airtime
Enter recipient number
Enter amount
Confirm transaction
9mobile Airtime Share Policy
| Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum transfer | ₦50 |
| Maximum per transaction | ₦5,000 |
| Daily limit | Varies depending on account |
📱 How To Share Airtime on GLO Nigeria
GLO’s airtime transfer service is called GLO EasyShare.
This service allows GLO subscribers to send airtime to another GLO SIM.
GLO Airtime Transfer Code
Dial:
Example:
GLO Airtime Transfer Using SMS
Send to 131:
Example:
GLO Airtime Transfer Using App
GLO currently does not widely support airtime sharing through its mobile app, so most users use USSD transfer codes.
GLO Airtime Share Policy
GLO has very strict airtime sharing limits compared to other networks.
| Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum transfer | ₦50 |
| Maximum per transaction | ₦5,000 |
| Maximum shares per day | 5 |
| Maximum daily amount | ₦25,000 |
This means:
₦5,000 × 5 transfers = ₦25,000 daily maximum.
Even if you share ₦50 airtime, it still counts as one share.
Once a SIM shares airtime 5 times in a day, it cannot share again until the next day.
Important Notice About GLO Transfers
GLO may not send SMS confirmation messages after a transfer.
Instead, the network usually displays a popup success message on the screen.
Clients should take a screenshot of this popup immediately because it may be the only proof of transfer.
📊 Summary: Airtime Share Limits in Nigeria
| Network | Max Per Transfer | Daily Limit |
|---|---|---|
| MTN | ₦10,000 | ₦100,000 |
| Airtel | ₦20,000 | ₦20,000 |
| GLO | ₦5,000 | ₦25,000 |
| 9mobile | ₦5,000 | Varies |
Final Tips When Sharing Airtime
Before sharing airtime:
✔ Ensure you are sending to the correct number
✔ Confirm your transfer PIN is correct
✔ Take a screenshot of confirmation messages
✔ Follow the daily network limits
These steps help avoid failed transfers and delays when converting airtime to cash.
