What is MTN Data Gifting?

MTN Data Gifting is a convenient service that allows you to transfer data from your existing bundle, purchase data for others, or request data from friends and family. This service makes sharing data resources seamless across smartphones, modems, and tablets on the MTN network.

How to Access MTN Data Gifting Service

You can access MTN's Data Gifting service through two main channels:

  • myMTN App: Simply click on the 'Share' button, then select 'Data Share'

  • USSD Codes: Dial *321*2# or *312*8#

Methods to Gift Data on MTN

1. Transfer from Your Data Balance

To transfer data from your existing balance:

  • Dial *312*Phone number*Data amount#

  • Or text Transfer [space] Phone number [space] Data amount to 312

For example, to transfer 100MB to 08032008069, text: Transfer 08032008069 100 to 312. Note that you should not include MB or GB in the data amount.

2. Buy Data for a Friend

To purchase a new data bundle for someone else:

  • Dial *312*Bundle Activation Code*Beneficiary's Phone number#

3. Request Data from a Friend

Need data urgently? You can request it:

  • Dial *312*8*3# to send a request

  • Dial *312*8*4# to view pending requests

4. Automate Data Transfers

For regular transfers to family members or friends:

  • Dial *312*8#, then select option 5

  • Or dial *321*2# and select option 5

You'll also notice that when you recharge with N500 or more, you'll get a menu with the Gift Data option.

Important Rules and Limitations

Data Transfer Limits

You can transfer data in these specific amounts: 100MB, 200MB, 500MB, 1GB, 2GB, 3GB, and 5GB. However, there are some important restrictions to note:

  • You must maintain at least 100MB in your data balance after every transfer

  • You can transfer up to 5GB cumulatively per day

  • You're limited to a maximum of 10 transfers per month

Special Rules for Large Data Bundles

For data plans of 75GB and above purchased after November 5, 2024, you can only share a maximum of 20% of your total data balance. For example, if you have a 100GB plan, you can only transfer up to 20GB in total.

Bundle Name

Price (₦)

Validity

11GB Weekly Plan

3,500

7 days

75GB Monthly Plan

20,000

30 days

150GB Monthly Plan

35,000

30 days

250GB Monthly Plan

55,000

30 days

90GB 2-Month Plan

25,000

60 days

150GB 2-Month Plan

40,000

60 days

200GB 2-Month Plan

200,000

60 days

480GB 3-Month Plan

120,000

90 days

Ineligible Data Plans

Not all data plans can be shared. The following plans cannot be used for data gifting:

  • 1GB Daily Plan (₦500)

  • 1.5GB 2-Day Plan (₦600)

  • 2GB 2-Day Plan (₦750)

  • 2.5GB 2-Day Plan (₦900)

  • 3.2GB 2-Day Plan (₦1,000)

  • XtraValue and XtraSpecial bundles

  • Xtrabyte balance

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I Need a PIN for Data Gifting?

No, you don't need a PIN. You only need to enter the beneficiary's phone number and select the data plan you wish to gift.

Data Request Limitations

You can send up to 5 data requests per day, but you can receive multiple requests. Note that if you have Full DND (Do Not Disturb) active on your line, you won't receive data requests.

Managing Automated Transfers

You can set up automated data transfers on a weekly or monthly basis to up to 5 beneficiaries. To manage your beneficiary list:

  • View your beneficiary list by selecting "Manage Beneficiary list" then "View beneficiary"

  • Edit or remove beneficiaries through the same menu

  • Stop auto-transfers at any time by selecting "Stop auto transfer"

Data Usage and Expiry

When you receive gifted data:

  • Gifted data depletes before your active data bundles

  • If you have multiple bundles, the one with the shortest validity period will be used first

  • Data purchased for you can be rolled over if you buy or receive another bundle before expiry

  • Transferred data cannot be rolled over

Checking Your Gifted Data Balance

To check your data balance, you can:

  • Send an SMS with the number 2 to 323

  • Dial *323*4#

  • Check through the myMTN App

  • Ask Zigi (MTN's virtual assistant)

MTN's Data Gifting service provides a flexible way to share data with friends and family. Whether you're helping someone who's run out of data or managing internet access for your household, this service offers multiple options to suit your needs.

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