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*136#MTN USSD Codes: *136# Balance, Data, Recharge and Please Call Me
Use this page when the intent is MTN-specific. If you searched for MTN balance check, how to check MTN balance, or MTN balance check code, start here for the exact MTN airtime, data, recharge, and Please Call Me shortcuts without opening the app.
Last updated: 9 July 2026
Quick Answer
For MTN balance check, dial *136# first. Use *136*2# to buy data, *136*VoucherCode# to recharge with a voucher, *121*number# for MTN Please Call Me, and *151# for MTN XtraTime. If your intent shifts from MTN-only to cross-network comparison, move to the all-network hub.
MTN balance check
*136#Buy MTN data
*136*2#MTN Please Call Me
*121*number#MTN XtraTime
*151#Need to borrow airtime when you are out of credit? Use the MTN airtime advance USSD code guide to compare eligibility, fees, and repayment notes.
Need the all-network directory instead of the operator page? Go back to USSD codes South Africa for comparison intent, or use cheapest data in South Africa for pricing-first research.
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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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Search by action or code, for example: balance, buy data, support, or a specific shortcode.
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 MyTownOffers / personalised deals
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 MyTownOffers / personalised deals
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
How do I check my MTN balance?
Dial *136# from your MTN SIM. This is the main MTN balance check code 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.
What is the MTN recharge code?
Use *136*VoucherCode# when you have a recharge voucher PIN. If that format fails on your line, start from *136# and follow the recharge menu.
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.