If you are an MTN user and find yourself in need of airtime but don’t have enough credit in your account, you can request airtime advance. With MTN Xtra time service, you can get emergency airtime without paying immediately. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to get airtime advance on MTN.
What is MTN Xtra Time?
MTN Xtra Time is a service that allows you to get airtime advance and pay back later at a service fee. With this service, you don't need to be stranded or cut off from friends, family, and work because you are out of airtime.
How do I get MTN Xtra Time?
To get MTN Xtra Time, follow the steps below:
- Dial *606# on your MTN line
- Select the “Request Extra Time” option
- Choose the amount of airtime you want
- Confirm your request
If your request is successful, you will receive a notification from MTN with details of the airtime advance and the repayment service charge.
How do I repay the airtime advance?
There are several ways to repay the airtime advance:
- Recharge your MTN line with airtime and the repayment service fee will be automatically deducted
- Transfer airtime to MTN using the USSD code *600*phoneNumber*amount*PIN#
- Visit any MTN service center or retailer to pay back the airtime advance
What is the cost of using MTN Xtra Time?
MTN Xtra Time attracts a service fee of 10% of the airtime advance requested. This means if you request N500 airtime, the repayment amount will be N550. The service charge will be deducted from your next recharge or repaid through any of the repayment channels listed above.
Conclusion
Getting airtime advance on MTN is easy with the Xtra Time service. When you find yourself out of airtime, don't panic, just dial *606# and follow the steps to request airtime advance. Ensure that you have enough credit to repay the advance with the service charge to avoid being blacklisted by MTN.
