If you use MTN in Ghana, you’ve probably noticed that everything you need is just a short code away. But remembering all those codes? That’s another story. Don’t worry—this guide breaks everything down into simple categories so you’ll never be scratching your head again. Let’s dive in and make your life easier!
What Are Short Codes and Why Should You Care?
Think of short codes as tiny keys that unlock MTN’s services. Instead of heading to an MTN office or navigating a confusing app, you can dial a simple code to do things like buy airtime, check your data balance, or transfer money. It’s like having a remote control for your phone services. Pretty neat, right?
MTN Short Codes for Voice Calls and Airtime
Note that (02XXXXXXXX) represents a phone number. Some MTN Ghana phone numbers begin with 05 by the way so take note.
| Service | Short Code |
|---|---|
| Recharge Airtime for Someone Else | *170# |
| Borrow Airtime | *506# |
| Check Your Balance | *124# |
| Share Airtime (MTN Me2U) | *198# |
| Activate Free Calls (New Users) | *550# |
| MTN Free After 1 (Nkomode) | *550# → Option 6 |
| Divert Calls When Busy | **67*02XXXXXXXX*11# |
| Divert Calls When No Answer | **61*02XXXXXXXX*11# |
| Divert Calls When Unreachable | **62*02XXXXXXXX*11# |
| Divert All Calls | **21*02XXXXXXXX*11# |
| Deactivate All Diversions | ##21# |
| MTN Pay4Me Service | *140# |
| Caller Tunez (Subscribe) | *1355# |
| Caller Tunez (Unsubscribe) | Send “STOP” to 1355 |
| MTN Pay4Me (let the recipient cover call cost) | 15402XXXXXXXX |
| Sending a Voicemail | 108 |
| Receiving a Voicemail | 109 |
| MTN Jara (calls and SMS) | *550# |
| Check MTN Mashup balance | *567# → Option 99 → Option 7 |
MTN Short Codes for Internet and Data Bundles
| Service | Short Code |
| Buy Data | *138# |
| Social Bundles | *138# → Option 99 → Option 4 |
| Midnight Bundles | *138# → Option 2 |
| Video Bundles | *138# → Option 99 → Option 5 |
| Kokrokoo Bundle | *138# → Option 3 |
| Data Usage Summary | *156# → Option 3 |
| Just4U Offers | *141# |
| MTN Zone Bundles | *135# |
| Check Data Balance | *138# → Option 99 → Option 7 → Option 3 |
| Activate MTN Mashup/Pulse | *567# |
| Convert Minutes to Data | *567# → Option 3 |
| Activate MTN Zone Snapi Bundle | *135*55*1# |
| IDD Bundles | *138# → Option 99 → Option 6 |
| Data Usage Summary | *156# → Option 3 |
MTN Mobile Money (MoMo) Short Codes
| Service | Short Code |
| Access MoMo Portal | *170# |
| Transfer Money | *170# → Option 1 |
| MoMoPay & Paybill | *170# → Option 2 |
| Transfer to Other Networks | *170# → Option 1 → Option 5 |
| ATM Cash Out | *511# |
| Financial Services | *170# → Option 5 |
| Check Wallet Balance | *170# → Option 6 |
Pro Tip: If you ever suspect mobile money fraud, call 100 immediately to report it.
General MTN Short Codes
| Service | Short Code |
| Customer Care | 100 |
| Access MTN Info Portal | *156# |
| Check Your Mobile Number | *156# → Option 1 |
| Request Internet Settings | *156# → Option 2 |
| 4G SIM Change | *156# → Option 4 |
| Check Promo Points | *156# → Option 5 |
| Number Registration Status | *400# |
| Exclude from MoMo Interest Payments | *595# |
Why Bookmark This Guide?
Think of this as your ultimate cheat sheet. Whether you’re buying data, transferring money, or just checking your balance, these codes are your shortcuts to a hassle-free experience. Bookmark this guide so you’re never stuck wondering what to do.
MTN short codes are like magic spells for your phone. The more you know, the easier life gets. Now that you’ve got this guide, you’re practically an MTN pro.
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