Do you find yourself in a tight spot and urgently need to make a call or send a message but need more airtime on your Airtel line? Worry not; Airtel Nigeria has got you covered with Airtel Extra Credit! This is an easy, convenient, and fast way to borrow airtime when you run out of credit.
In this post, you’ll be guided on How to Borrow Airtime From Airtel in a few easy steps, allowing you to stay connected even when you’re out of airtime. Keep reading to find out how!
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How to Borrow Airtime From Airtel Using USSD Code
To borrow airtime from Airtel using USSD code, follow these steps:
Step 1: Dial *500# on your Airtel line
Step 2: Select the “Borrow Credit” option, which is option ‘2’
Step 3: Next, choose the amount of airtime you want to borrow, then wait for a confirmation message from Airtel that you’ve borrowed the specified amount.
Alternatively dial *500*amount# for example to borrow 200, dial *500*200#.
Note: Airtel charges a service fee on all airtime borrowed, which will be deducted from the amount you borrowed and the rest credited to your Extra Credit balance.
How to Borrow Airtime From Airtel App
Here’s how to go about borrowing airtime from Airtel using the myAirtel app:
Step 1: Download and install the Airtel app on your smartphone, register, or log in to your Airtel account.
Step 2: Click on the “Borrow Credit” option
Step 3: Select the amount of airtime you want to borrow and confirm the transaction. Airtel will credit your line with the borrowed airtime, and the service fee will be deducted.
How to Borrow Airtime From Airtel Without Charges
Borrowing airtime from Airtel without Charges is not possible. Airtel charges 15% of every amount that you borrow. For example, if you borrow 100, you’ll be charged N15, and N85 will be credited to your Extra Credit balance. You pay back on your next recharge.
How to Borrow Airtime From Airtel While Still Owing
Sometimes, you may have an outstanding airtime debt with Airtel and need to borrow airtime. In such cases, Airtel allows you to borrow airtime while still owing. However, the amount of airtime you can borrow while still owing depends on your outstanding debt.
To borrow airtime while still owing, simply dial *500# and select the airtime you want and is available.
Another Code to Borrow Airtime From Airtel
Apart from the USSD code *500#, there is another code you can use to borrow airtime from Airtel. This code is *121#. To use this code, simply dial *121# and select option ‘3’ to borrow credit, then follow the prompts to complete the process. This code is helpful if the USSD code *500# is not working.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why Can’t I Borrow From Airtel?
You must have been an active Airtel subscriber for at least 2 months. In addition, you need to recharge an average of N200 monthly.
Why Am I Not Eligible to Borrow Airtime on Airtel?
You have not been an Airtel subscriber for at least 2 months. Also, you’ve not recharged at least 200 in the last 2-3 months.
How Can I Get Extra Credit on Airtel?
Dial *500# or *121# and follow the prompts to borrow airtime on Airtel.
Conclusion
If you’ve followed this quick guide carefully, borrowing airtime from Airtel should now be simple and quick for you; choose any of the methods above to easily borrow airtime from Airtel and stay connected. So, go ahead and borrow airtime from Airtel today and enjoy uninterrupted communication with your loved ones.
