Nigeria Airtime Top-Up
Send Airtime to Nigeria from the UK
Send mobile airtime to family and friends in Nigeria from the UK. Choose a supported Nigerian network, enter the recipient's number and continue to secure payment.
Nigeria Airtime Top-Up from the UK
If you need to top up a Nigerian mobile number while you are in the UK, AfriRate provides a direct airtime purchase journey. You can select Nigeria as the destination, choose the recipient's network, enter their mobile number and specify the GBP amount you want to send.
The payment journey is handled through AfriRate's secure checkout. Always check the recipient's mobile number and network carefully before completing the purchase.
Supported Nigerian Mobile Networks
AfriRate's current Nigeria airtime journey supports the following networks:
- MTN
- Airtel
- Glo
- 9mobile
How to Send Airtime to Someone in Nigeria
- 1. Select Nigeria. Choose Nigeria as the destination.
- 2. Choose the network. Select the network used by the recipient.
- 3. Enter the mobile number. Check the number carefully before continuing.
- 4. Enter your GBP amount. Choose how much airtime you want to send.
- 5. Continue to payment. Review the details and continue to the secure payment checkout.
Why Send Airtime to Nigeria from the UK?
Sending airtime can be a simple way to help someone stay connected when you are living in the UK and your family or friends are in Nigeria. It can be useful for calls, messages and mobile services that depend on an active phone balance.
AfriRate keeps the airtime purchase journey separate from its money transfer comparison service, so customers looking specifically for an airtime top-up can go directly to the relevant purchase flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send airtime to Nigeria from the UK?
Yes. AfriRate's airtime purchase journey allows you to select Nigeria, choose a supported network and enter the recipient's Nigerian mobile number.
Which Nigerian networks are supported?
The current AfriRate Nigeria airtime journey lists MTN, Airtel, Glo and 9mobile.
How much airtime can I send?
The current purchase form accepts a GBP amount between GBP 1 and GBP 100. The available transaction and fulfilment details are shown during the purchase journey.