Airtel Extra Credit
Now you can enjoy unlimited calls and SMSes without worrying about running out of airtime. Start using this amazing feature today!
The Airtel Extra Credit feature allows you to borrow air time when you run out. It is a great way to top up your phone with airtime for emergencies. It also allows you borrow airtime that can be used for all chargeables Airtel services. The app charges you back on your next recharge, with a 15% service fee except for the N25 loans which have a 20% service fee.
| Airtime Loan (NGN) | Value* You Will Be Credited (NGN) | Amount You Pay Back (NGN) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 20 | 25 |
| 50 | 42.5 | 50 |
| 100 | 85 | 100 |
| 200 | 170 | 200 |
| 500 | 425 | 500 |
| 1,000 | 850 | 1,000 |
| 2,000 | 1,700 | 2,000 |
* Value you will be credited with excludes 15% service charge which will be deducted.
FAQ’S
Who is qualified to use Airtel Extra Credit?
- Airtel Prepaid Customers with registered SIM.
- Customer’s will be considered based on monthly recharge frequency and average spend.
- Customer who have paid up any previous loan and associated charges.
Who is eligible for this service?
- You need to have been an AIRTEL subscriber for at least 2 months. In addition, you have to be a loyal and consistent subscriber using an average of N200 monthly.
How do I apply for the service?
- You will be required to send a request through a predefined short code; *500# which will provide you with all the denominations of airtime available to borrow. To get specific denominations dial: *500*amount#.
What is the difference between Airtime Airtel Extra Credit and Talk time advance?
- Airtel Extra Credit is a credit loan service that enables eligible customers to borrow airtime on credit and pay back upon next recharge while talk time advance service allows you to request for airtime when you have run out of airtime and expected to pay back on your next recharge within a specified period.
At what point will the 15% and 20% service charge apply?
- 15% service charges apply at the point of borrowing for all amounts except N25 which is 20%
Can I call other Networks with the Advance Airtime?
- Yes, you can
Can I make international calls with the Advance Airtime?
- Yes, you can
Can I use my Advance Airtime to Browse the Internet?
- Yes, you can.
Read full here: https://airtel.com.ng/pay_and_recharge/airtime/borrow_airtime
