Check Balance
View your remaining airtime and data bundles.
*136#MTN USSD Codes (2026)
Use this MTN USSD utility page to quickly check balances, buy data bundles, recharge airtime, and access core self-service actions when you have low data or no app access.
Last updated: 31 March 2026
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Most Used MTN Codes
Balance
Check Balance
View your remaining airtime and data bundles.
*136#Data / Bundles
Buy Data / Bundles
Access the menu to buy data and specialized bundles.
*136*2#Airtime / Recharge
Recharge Account
Top up your MTN prepaid account.
*136*VoucherCode#Number / SIM info
Check My Number
Quickly find your own phone number.
*123*888#Support / Customer care
MTN Helpdesk
Direct line to MTN customer support.
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Balance
Check Balance
View your remaining airtime and data bundles.
*136#Airtime / Recharge
Recharge Account
Top up your MTN prepaid account.
*136*VoucherCode#Data / Bundles
Buy Data / Bundles
Access the menu to buy data and specialized bundles.
*136*2#Transfers
MTN Me2U (Transfer)
Transfer airtime or data to other MTN users.
*136*3#Number / SIM info
Check My Number
Quickly find your own phone number.
*123*888#Support / Customer care
MTN Helpdesk
Direct line to MTN customer support.
135Promotions / Advance airtime / Extras
XtraTime
Advance airtime or data when you are low on balance.
*151#Promotions
MTN Made4U
Discounted data bundles and personalized network offers.
*142#Balance & Account
Data Bundles
Buy Data / Bundles
Access the menu to buy data and specialized bundles.
*136*2#Airtime & Top-Up
Recharge Account
Top up your MTN prepaid account.
*136*VoucherCode#MTN Me2U (Transfer)
Transfer airtime or data to other MTN users.
*136*3#SIM / Number / Self-Service
Check My Number
Quickly find your own phone number.
*123*888#Help & Customer Care
MTN Helpdesk
Direct line to MTN customer support.
135Bonus / Promo / Extras
XtraTime
Advance airtime or data when you are low on balance.
*151#MTN Made4U
Discounted data bundles and personalized network offers.
*142#How to Use MTN USSD Codes
USSD codes are short dial commands that open operator menus directly from your phone keypad. They work even when mobile data is off, making them useful for low-data or no-data situations.
In South Africa, USSD remains one of the quickest ways to check balances, buy bundles, and handle urgent line actions without waiting for an app to load.
If a MTN Code Doesn't Work
- 1. Retry with stable network signal and enough call credit for support numbers.
- 2. Check whether you are on prepaid or contract, because some menus differ by SIM type.
- 3. Use the main self-service menu as a fallback to reach the same action path.
- 4. Try again later if menus are temporarily unavailable during maintenance.
MTN menus can vary by prepaid profile and active campaigns. If a code path changes, use *136# as your fallback entry point.
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MTN USSD FAQ
What is the MTN balance check code?
The main MTN balance code is *136# for airtime and bundle overview.
How do I buy MTN data without the app?
Dial *136*2# to open MTN data and bundle purchase options.
How do I check my MTN number?
A commonly used shortcode is *123*888#.
What if an MTN USSD code is not working?
Retry with signal, then open *136# and follow self-service menu options for the same action.