How to check MTN South Africa data and artime balance & all ussd code

Last Updated on July 2, 2025 by admin

Do you Want to keep an eye on your data and airtime  usage as MTN South Africa users or you want to know how to  check your airtime and data  balances so as to  prevent unexpected interruptions in service that will help maximize the value of your mobile plan.

Whether you’re using data to browse the internet, stream music, or keep in touch with family and friends, having a clear understanding of your remaining balance allows for better planning and budgeting.

Yu may be  new MTN Subscriber’s or you’ve been a user for a while, knowing how to check your data balance is incredibly useful. I’m here to guide you through the simplest ways to check your MTN data balance, so you can stay connected without any worries!

Read; All Telkom Ussd Code You need to know

Different methods of checking MTN  south Africa data balance

Here are the different ways you can check your MTN South Africa data balance, whether you’re using a smartphone or a basic phone, there’s a method that fits:

1. USSD Code (No Internet Needed)

• Dial *136# on your MTN phone.
• Your data balance will appear on-screen and you’ll also receive an SMS confirmation.

2. MyMTN App

• Download the MyMTN App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Log in with your MTN number.
• Your data balance is displayed on the home screen.

4. Call MTN Customer Care

• Dial 135 and follow the voice prompts to hear your data balance.

Each method is free and works 24/7. Want me to walk you through one of them right now? I’ve got you.

Read: Telkom data plan: How to buy data and price

Different methods of checking MTN  south Africa Airtime balance

Here are the different ways you can check your MTN South Africa airtime balance,whether you’re using a basic phone or a smartphone:

1. USSD Code (Quick & Offline)

• Dial *136# on your MTN phone.
• Your airtime balance will appear on-screen and you’ll also receive an SMS confirmation.
• This is the fastest and most reliable method.

2. MyMTN App

• Download the MyMTN App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Log in with your MTN number.
• Your airtime balance is displayed on the home screen under “My Balance”.

3. WhatsApp Chat

• Save 083 123 0011 to your contacts.
• Open WhatsApp and send “Balance” to that number.
• MTN will reply with your airtime and data balances.

4. MTN Website

• Visit the MTN Self-Service Portal.
• Log in with your MTN number.
• Navigate to “My Account” to view your airtime balance.

5. Call Customer Care

• Dial 135 and follow the voice prompts to hear your airtime balance.

What is MTN south africa Data Rollover?

MTN South Africa’s Data Rollover feature lets you carry over unused data from your current bundle into the next period—so you don’t lose what you’ve already paid for . Here’s how it works

If you don’t use up all your data before your bundle expires, MTN allows you to roll over the remaining data—but only if you buy a new bundle of the same type and validity before the current one expires.

For example:

• If you have a monthly bundle, you must buy another monthly bundle before the current one ends to keep your unused data.
• The same applies to daily, weekly, or bi-monthly bundles.

Read: How To Transfer/share Data and Airtime From MTN South Africa

List of MTN ussd code for all transaction

Here’s a comprehensive list of MTN South Africa USSD codes you can use for just about every transaction, Frank—from checking balances to buying bundles and managing your account:

Browse all USSD services.
_*130_*0#

Check your balance
_*136#

Detailed balance inquiries
_*136_*1#

CallBack
_*121_*number#

Buy voice, SMS, data and promotional bundles
_*136_*2#

Eazi Recharge
Recharge your balances using a debit or credit card.
_*136_*10#

Call diverting
Divert unanswered calls to another number.
_**61_*the number diverting to #
Subscription: R9,99 per month

Call diverting cancellation
Cancel all call diversions.
##61#
Subscription: R9,99 per month

Stop a data bundle purchase
Cancel your data purchase.
_*136_*5#

Find your IMEI number
Display your device’s IMEI number onscreen.
_*#06#

International calling rates
Know what you’ll be paying before you make a cross-border call.
_*135_*2#

International voicemail retrieval
Listen to voicemails while abroad.
_*135#

Manage subscriptions
Oversee all your bundles and subscriptions.
_*136_*5#

Me2U
Buy or transfer airtime, SMSs or data.
_*136_*3#

Me4U
Recharge another MTN number using a Prepaid voucher.
_*141_*(voucher number)_*(cellphone number to be recharged

Then follow the onscreen prompts to complete the recharge.

Prepaid data roaming
Set up the ability to use your device while travelling.
_*135#

Check your prepaid roaming balance
_*141#

View prepaid roaming rates
_*111_*1#

Pay4Me
Make a reverse-billed call when you don’t have any airtime or data available. The person you’re calling will be charged 99c per minute for the duration of the call.
_*127_*(number)#

Device setup
Get all the phone and network settings you need sent to your device.
_*123#

Compare price plans – Migration
Compare and change price plans.
_*136_*4#

Recharge via Absa
Pay for recharges using an Absa account.
_*120_*2272#

Recharge via Capitec
Pay for recharges using a Capitec account.
_*120_*3279#

Recharge via FNB
Pay for recharges using an FNB account.
_*120_*321#

Recharge via Nedbank
Pay for recharges using a Nedbank account.
_*120_*001#

Recharge via Standard Bank
Pay for recharges using a Standard Bank account.
_*120_*2345#

Cancel an SMS bundle purchase
Select the ‘Manage Bundles’ option to cancel SMS bundles.
_*136_*5#

SMS Roaming
Receive and reply to SMS messages while you roam internationally.
_*135_*14#

Unblock your cellphone
Reactivate your account.
_**05_*PUK number_*New PIN code_*then repeat new PIN code#

MyMTN YelloBucks
Activate your YelloBucks account, get free prizes in the daily Play&Win and spend your YelloBucks.
_*234#

MoMo
Register for an account, manage your MoMo money and send or receive cash.

For MTN customers:  xtratime
_*151_*1#

For non-MTN customers
_*120_*151#

Missed call notifications
Access your voicemail menu.
_*100#

International Roaming
_*111#

COVID-19 support materials and information
_*120#

Callback
Send a request asking someone to call you.
_*121#

Play menu
_*123#

Betal Labs
_*124#

SIM Swap
Swap your old SIM card for a new SIM card.
_*126_*7927#

Pay4Me
ask the person you’re about to call to pay for the phone call
_*127#

Campaigns
_*132#

RICA
Register your new SIM card through the RICA process to activate it.
_*131#

Personalised offers
_*142#

Personalised social bundle deals
_*143#

Sponsorships
_*144#

Financial services
_*151#

Digital subscriptions
_*155#

Scratch & Win
_*156#

Self-help menu for contract customers
Find answers to any questions you may have about your contract.
_*162#

Self-help menu for Prepaid customers
Get all the help you need to more easily manage your Prepaid account.
_*173#

Zone
Browse all the available Zone deals.
_*175#

Pulse
Browse all the Pulse bundle offers
_*411#

XtraTime
Apply for an airtime advance and only pay for it on your next recharge.
_*151_*2#

Account settings
_*136_*5#

Ask someone to send you airtime, data or SMS bundles.
_*136_*3#