For those new to MTN and eager to explore data borrowing options, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about borrowing data from MTN. MTN Nigeria offers the XtraByte service, enabling users to borrow data effortlessly, ensuring uninterrupted internet connectivity even after exhausting their data allowances.
How to Borrow Data From MTN
To begin borrowing data as a new MTN customer, ensure regular recharges totaling at least N200 for three consecutive months. After this period, you become eligible to borrow both data and airtime from MTN. Keep in mind that a 15% service charge accompanies borrowed data, deducted from your subsequent airtime recharge. To borrow data, dial *303*5# and select your desired data bundle.
Borrowing Data Without Repayment
There are two methods to borrow data without immediate repayment:
Purchase from VTU Website/Data Vendor: You can buy SME data purchases from VTU apps or data vendors, regardless of any outstanding debt. This means, that even if you've borrowed from MTN, you can still get more using a vendor.
Get a New SIM Card: Consider obtaining a new SIM card if you borrowed data with another SIM. While this prevents you from making immediate repayment of your borrowed data, transitioning to a new number may cause you to lose important contacts.
Alternative Methods to Borrow Data
Since *606# is no longer functional, use the following alternatives:
- Dial *303#. Start the borrowing process by dialing *303# and follow the prompts to select your preferred data bundle.
- Borrow Data Via 303 IVR. Call 303, select your language, and navigate through the prompts to choose your desired data bundle.
- Using MyMTN App. Download the MyMTN app from the Play Store, install it, and sign up with your phone number to borrow data conveniently.
Borrowing Data While Owing
You should know that new users of the plan cannot borrow data while having outstanding debts. Before browning, dial *303# to check your XtraByte eligibility status. Then borrow within your maximum eligibility limit until you reach the maximum threshold.
How to Reverse Borrowed Data on MTN
Unfortunately, there is currently no method to reverse borrowed data. This feature may become available in the future.
In Conclusion
MTN XtraByte offers users a way to stay connected to the internet beyond their purchased data limits. By dialing a simple code or using the MyMTN app, users can easily borrow data and repay it on their next airtime recharge. Explore these options to stay connected seamlessly. We hope you found this guide helpful and encourage you to visit for more useful updates.