If you’ve ever wanted to send airtime from your MTN line to a friend or family member, MTN Share (formerly Share ‘N’ Sell) is the feature for you! This service lets you transfer airtime from your MTN balance to another MTN user—quick, easy, and free of charge. Whether you’re helping a friend in need or just sharing some extra airtime, this guide will walk you through everything step by step.
What You Need to Know Before You Start
Before you can use MTN Share, there’s one important thing to do: change your default PIN. MTN sets every customer’s transfer PIN to 0000 by default, but you must change it to something secure before making any transfers.
How to Change Your MTN Share PIN
There are two ways to change your PIN: via SMS or USSD. Here’s how:
| Method | Steps |
|---|---|
| SMS | Send an SMS with 0000 NewPIN NewPIN to 321. Example: Send 0000 1234 1234 to 321. |
| USSD | Dial *321*0000*NewPIN*NewPIN# and press OK. Example: *321*0000*1234*1234#. |
Once you’ve changed your PIN successfully, MTN will send you a confirmation message.
How to Transfer Airtime Using MTN Share
You can transfer airtime using SMS or USSD. Let’s go through both methods.
Method 1: Transfer Airtime via SMS
- Open your messaging app.
- Send an SMS with the format:
Transfer RecipientNumber Amount PINto321.- Example: To send ₦1,500 to
08031234567, typeTransfer 08031234567 1500 1234and send it to321.
- Example: To send ₦1,500 to
- You’ll receive a confirmation message asking you to reply with
YESto complete the transaction.
Method 2: Transfer Airtime via USSD
- Dial
*321*RecipientNumber*Amount*PIN#and pressOK.- Example:
*321*08031234567*1500*1234#.
- Example:
- You’ll receive a confirmation message once the transfer is successful.
Important MTN Share Rules & Limits
Before you start sending airtime left and right, here are some important rules you should know:
| Rule | Details |
| Minimum Transfer Amount | ₦50 per transaction |
| Maximum Transfer Amount per Transaction | ₦10,000 |
| Daily Transfer Limit | ₦100,000 total per day |
| Transfer Denominations | You can only transfer whole Naira amounts (e.g., ₦71, not ₦71.99). |
| Postpaid Customers | You can only transfer airtime if your account is in a positive balance. |
| Transaction Limit | No limit on the number of transactions per day, as long as you stay within ₦100,000 total. |
Common Issues & How to Fix Them
1. Forgotten Your Transfer PIN?
If you forget your PIN, dial MTN Customer Care by calling 300 and request a PIN reset.
2. Not Enough Airtime?
Ensure you have enough balance before transferring. If you don’t, the transfer will fail.
3. Incorrect PIN?
If you enter the wrong PIN multiple times, MTN may temporarily block your transfer feature for security reasons. Double-check your PIN before trying again.
4. Wrong Recipient Number?
Once airtime is transferred, it CANNOT be reversed. Always double-check the number before confirming the transaction.
Why Use MTN Share?
- Fast and convenient – No need for recharge cards when you can send airtime instantly.
- No extra charges – MTN Share is completely free.
- Works for both prepaid and postpaid customers – As long as postpaid users have a positive balance.
MTN Share is a handy feature that makes it easy to send airtime to friends, family, or even yourself (if you have multiple MTN lines). By following these steps, you can activate and use MTN Share effortlessly. Now that you know how to transfer airtime, go ahead and try it out!
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