Airtel
Airtel Nigeria offers mobile voice, data, airtime, SIM and business connectivity services. Nigerian harmonised short codes cover many routine tasks, but available bundles, prices, bonuses and eligibility can differ by subscriber and change over time.
What this network is popular for
Mobile data, voice services, airtime, digital self-care and business communication products.
Practical service codes
| Task | Code | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Customer care | 300 | Call center access on Nigerian mobile networks. |
| Borrow services | *303# | Borrow airtime or data where the subscriber is eligible. |
| Stop value added services | *305# | Stop unwanted VAS subscriptions and related services. |
| Airtime balance | *310# | Check airtime balance using the harmonised short code. |
| Recharge | *311# | Recharge airtime from a voucher using the harmonised short code. |
| Data plans | *312# | Open data plan menu for supported mobile networks. |
| Share services | *321# | Share airtime or data where supported by the provider. |
| Data balance | *323# | Check active data balance on supported mobile networks. |
| NIN-SIM linkage status | *996# | Check SIM registration or NIN linkage options. Sensitive ID issues should be verified through official provider or NIMC channels. |
These are Nigerian harmonised service routes. Read the live menu and verify provider-specific plans, eligibility and prices through the official network.
Self-service and support
Use Airtel's official website or the current self-care app linked from an official Airtel channel for account-specific information.
Call 300 from a Nigerian mobile line for the harmonised customer-care route, or use the provider's official website and service centre information.
Safety
Use official Airtel support routes for SIM or account issues. Never disclose an OTP, NIN, recharge PIN or replacement-SIM security information to a stranger.