How to send airtime to Nigeria
1.Create an account.
2.Start using our airtime top-up services
Select Nigeria, and choose airtime top up as a payout method.
3.Enter your receiver’s details
Enter and confirm your receiver's mobile number. You can also import phone contacts.
4.Select recharge amount
Pick a top up amount from the options you'll be presented with.
5.Pay for your recharge.
You can pay for your top up by bank transfer, or by using a debit/credit card.
6.Top up to Nigeria sent.
You’ll receive confirmation that your airtime top up has been sent, and you can track it every step of the way.
How can airtime be used in Nigeria
The talk time and data allowance can be used by your recipient to make calls, send texts and access their online services. Airtime cannot be used to purchase items, pays bills or be transferred to other mobiles.
How to pay for your airtime top up to Nigeria
Pay for your mobile recharge to Nigeria in various ways depending on your country of residence. Pay via bank transfer or with a debit/credit card.
Why use WorldRemit airtime top up services?
We're fast
Your airtime top up to Nigeria will arrive on your loved one’s phone in minutes, if not instantly.
We're secure
You can always be sure your money and data are very safe with us.
We're there for you
We offer around the clock customer support. Our multilingual customer care team is on hand 24/7, 365 days a year to help with your questions.
FAQs
How much airtime can I send to Nigeria?
When you’re sending mobile recharge to Nigeria - there’s a minimum send amount of 50 NGN, and a maximum send amount of 15000 NGN.
How long does it take for the airtime top up to be received in Nigeria?
Airtime top ups to Nigeria are usually added instantly, or within a few minutes. If there’s a delay, this may be due to outages, or delays with the local mobile network. If you do have any issues whilst sending airtime to Nigeria, please contact us.
Can I recharge my own mobile number in Nigeria?
Yes. You can send an airtime top up to recharge to your own mobile in Nigeria with WorldRemit.
How can I check that my airtime top up has been sent to Nigeria?
Want to know where your money is every step of the way? Easy! We will notify you on the transfer progress at every step of the way. You can also check the 'My Transfers' section on your WorldRemit account to view your past transfer.
Website: See 'Transfers in progress' at the top of the page. Select a transfer to view its status.
App: See 'My Transfers’ at the top of the 'Transfers' page. Select a transfer to view its status.
If you have sent money within the last hour, please wait for confirmation that it has arrived.
Does your receiver in Nigeria have to activate the top up you send?
No. It’s automatically sent and their phone topped up.