{"id":5179,"date":"2024-10-17T10:30:43","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T10:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usenosh.com\/blog\/?p=5179"},"modified":"2025-04-27T15:12:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-27T15:12:45","slug":"check-airtime-balance-mtn-airtel-glo-9mobile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usenosh.com\/blog\/check-airtime-balance-mtn-airtel-glo-9mobile","title":{"rendered":"How To Check Airtime Balance on MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9Mobile"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ever been in that frustrating moment when you’re about to make an important call, but you’re unsure if you have enough airtime? You’re not alone. Checking your balance might seem like a herculean task, especially if you can\u2019t remember the new codes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In 2023, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) directed all mobile networks to harmonize their USSD codes. In this article, I\u2019ll explain the updated methods for checking your airtime balances for MTN, GLO, Airtel, and 9Mobile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what to expect in this guide:<\/span><\/p>\n

– Five ways of checking airtime balance\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

– How to check airtime balance on MTN<\/span><\/p>\n

– How to check airtime balance on Airtel<\/span><\/p>\n

– How to check airtime balance on Glo<\/span><\/p>\n

– How to check airtime balance on 9mobile<\/span><\/p>\n

– Frequently asked questions about checking airtime balance<\/span><\/p>\n

Five Ways of Checking Airtime Balance in 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

Aside from using USSD codes, there are other ways you can check your credit balance. Here are five simple ways to check your <\/span>airtime<\/span><\/a> balance on MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9Mobile:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. USSD code:<\/b> The easiest way to check your balance is by dialling a USSD code. Across all four networks, the code for checking the Airtime balance is *310#.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. SMS: <\/b>You can also send an SMS to check your balance. For example, send \u201cBAL\u201d to 312 for MTN, and you\u2019ll receive a text with your balance information.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Mobile app: <\/b>Most networks have mobile apps to manage your account. Simply log in to the app for your network, like MyMTN or Airtel App, and you\u2019ll see your airtime balance displayed.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Website:<\/b> Visit your network’s official website and use their customer portal. After logging in, you\u2019ll find your balance under your account details.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Customer service:<\/b> If you prefer speaking to someone, call your network\u2019s customer service line and ask for your airtime balance. The customer care representative will provide the details.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How To Check Airtime on MTN<\/b><\/h2>\n

    You can easily check your MTN airtime balance using several methods:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. USSD code:<\/b> Dial *310# on your phone, and your airtime balance will appear on the screen. Below is the list of updated USSD codes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n