Have you been wondering how to load an Airtel card in 2023? Check out the step-by-step guide on how to do this.
How to recharge an Airtel card
Learning how to load Airtel recharge card in Nigeria is essential for all Airtel subscribers. The network has provided a code to load an Airtel card, and the steps you should follow are listed below.
- Purchase a recharge card from the nearest retailer.
- On your device, dial *126*the 16-digit number#, then press the call or send key.
- Your account balance will be automatically credited with the amount purchased.
- To check your balance, dial *123# and press the call or send key.
Alternative recharge options
If you do not have a recharge card, you can load your line online or from your bank account.
Using the Airtel recharge code (topping up from your bank account)
There is a code to recharge Airtel, which is the simplest way to load airtime for busy businesspeople. Follow the steps below to load your line. Note that this will only work if you have linked your Airtel line to your bank account.
- Dial the USSD *444# on your device.
- Select the service or product option you want.
- Select the payment option either through your bank or debit card.
- Enter the amount, and follow the subsequent prompts to complete the process.
NB: You can use this USSD code to load airtime for yourself, friends, and family. You can also use it to buy data bundles for yourself and others.
Online recharge
Follow the steps below to complete your online recharge.
- Visit the Airtel Nigeria website.
- Go to "Pay and Recharge" in the menu.
- Select "Recharge Now", then follow the prompts.
Alternatively, just enter your Airtel number in the box that displays on the screen click on "Buy Airtime/Data".
Recharging from an ATM
Using the steps below, you can also load your card at an ATM.
- Visit an ATM.
- Select "Recharge", then "Airtel".
- Enter your phone number followed by the amount, then follow the prompts to complete the process.
