How To Send Someone Airtime On MTN in South Africa

Introduction

Sending airtime to someone on the MTN network in South Africa is a convenient way to help out a friend or family member in need of mobile credit. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to send airtime on MTN, along with some important information you should know.

How To Send Airtime On MTN

1. Dial the USSD Code

To send airtime to someone on MTN, dial *136*3*recharge pin*recipient’s number*amount#. For example, if you want to send R50 airtime to the number 0711234567 with a recharge pin of 1234, you would dial *136*3*1234*0711234567*50#.

2. Confirm the Transaction

After entering the required details, you will receive a confirmation message asking you to confirm the transaction. Reply with ‘1’ to confirm, and the airtime will be sent to the recipient instantly.

What You Should Know

• Minimum and Maximum Amounts: The minimum and maximum amounts you can send may vary, so be sure to check the current limits before sending airtime.
• Validity Period: The airtime you send will have an expiry date, so remind the recipient to use it before it expires.
• Service Fees: Some transactions may be subject to service fees, which will be deducted from your airtime balance.

FAQ

1. Can I send airtime to someone on a different network?

Unfortunately, airtime transfers on MTN can only be done to other MTN numbers.

2. Is there a limit to how many times I can send airtime in a day?

Yes, there may be limits on the number of airtime transfers you can make in a day. Check with MTN for the current limits.

3. What happens if I input the wrong recipient number?

If you input the wrong recipient number, the transaction will not go through, and your airtime balance will remain unaffected.

4. Can I send airtime to someone in another country?

No, airtime transfers on MTN can only be done within South Africa.

5. Will the recipient be notified of the airtime transfer?

Yes, the recipient will receive a notification message once the airtime has been successfully sent to their number.

6. Is there a fee for sending airtime on MTN?

There may be service fees associated with sending airtime on MTN. Check with MTN for more information on applicable fees.

7. Can I send data bundles instead of airtime?

Yes, MTN offers the option to send data bundles to other MTN numbers. Check the *136*3# menu for more information.

8. What should I do if the recipient does not receive the airtime?

If the recipient does not receive the airtime within a few minutes, verify the details you entered and try sending it again.

9. Can I send airtime using the MTN mobile app?

Yes, you can also send airtime using the MTN mobile app by following the designated steps for airtime transfers.

10. Is there a time limit for using the sent airtime?

Yes, the airtime sent has a validity period, so advise the recipient to use it before it expires to avoid losing it.

By following these simple steps, you can easily send airtime to someone on the MTN network in South Africa. Make sure to double-check all the details before confirming the transaction to ensure a smooth transfer process.

Sources: MTN South Africa