How do i retrieve my lost mtn sim. I am in diaspora. (2024)

I am deeply sorry for your missing line.
Kindly contact your bank to prevent an authorized access to your bank account if the line is linked to your bank accounts.
Sim swap by proxy is not currently available. You will be able to use the service when it is available.

At the moment, all sim swaps are done at our offices in Nigeria when our Customers physically visit with a valid means of Identification for further assistance.

Kindly visit any MTN office closest to you with a valid means of identification for assistance.
These are valid means of identification: Voter’s Card, Driver’s License, International Passport, National Identity Card, National identity Card (NIN) slip or letter of authentication by a traditional ruler or community leader affixed with a passport photograph in rural areas).

Dial *123*7*1#, follow the prompt so that you will be able to get the address of our office closest to you. You can also use this link https://www.mtnonline.com/stores to check other office locations.
To request for a welcome back or SIM swap at our office.

Kindly visit https://www.mtnonline.com/welcomeback-form or https://www.mtnonline.com/simswap , download the welcome back form and print it out in hard copy;
• Fill the welcome back form; and
• Finally, visit the nearest MTN office with the filled form and submit for your welcome back request to be processed for you. The welcome back fee is N400 (any additional fee requested must be credited to your line as airtime).

In addition to the phone number being registered by you, you are required to come with a valid identity card (Voter’s Card, Driver’s License, International Passport, National Identity Card, National identity Card (NIN) slip or letter of authentication by a traditional ruler or community leader affixed with a passport photograph in rural areas). NIN slip very important.

Most importantly, you are required to provide the SIM pack or other evidence of direct purchase/ ownership. Where the SIM pack is unavailable, a sworn High Court affidavit as proof of loss and ownership is required.
OR
To retrieve your MTN line,
Our service centers or connect stores nearest to you with the following:
Your Phone Number;

The SIM pack or other evidence of direct purchase/ ownership. Where the SIM pack is unavailable, a sworn High Court affidavit as proof of loss and ownership is required;
Year of activation;
Tariff plan (MTN Xtra special, MTN Pulse, MTN Beta talk, MTN Biz plus, MTN Xtra Value, MTN Biz plus or MTN Biz class);
5 Regularly dialed numbers;
A valid identity card (Voter’s Card, Driver’s License, International Passport, National Identity Card, National identity Card (NIN) slip or letter of authentication by a traditional ruler or community leader affixed with a passport photograph in rural areas); NIN slip very important
.
A welcome back pack fee of N400;

PUK number and Correct details of your SIM registration (Your full name, address and date of birth).
Below are Sim swap bundle prices and Bands:
In view of the NEW Cost of MTN SIM Card, which is N400, kindly view this update on payment for SIM swap:
SIM SWAP Bundled with N0 with no airtime (N400)–Band 1
SIM SWAP Bundled with N200 airtime or data (N600)–Band 2
SIM SWAP Bundled with N400 airtime or data (N800)–Band 3
SIM SWAP Bundled with N650 airtime or data (N1,050)-Band 4
SIM SWAP Bundled with N900 airtime or data (N1,300)-Band 5

The above Sim swap /Upgrade bundles are based on your purchasing capability and will not be forced on you. It depends on your willingness to buy.

How do i retrieve my lost mtn sim. I am in diaspora. (2024)

FAQs

How can I retrieve my MTN SIM from abroad? ›

Dial *123*7*1#, follow the prompt so that you will be able to get the address of our office closest to you. You can also use this link https://www.mtnonline.com/stores to check other office locations. To request for a welcome back or SIM swap at our office.

Can I retrieve my MTN SIM that is not registered by me? ›

To request for a welcome back or SIM swap at our office. Finally, visit the nearest MTN office with the filled form and submit for your welcome back request to be processed for you. The welcome back fee is N400 (any additional fee requested must be credited to your line as airtime).

What should I do if I lost my MTN SIM card? ›

How do I do a SIM Swap? For a Prepaid SIM swap, simply dial *135# and follow the prompts or visit your nearest MTN store with your ID. How do I block a lost or stolen SIM? Visit the MTN App > Contact Us > Fraud hotline (083 123 4357) OR call 135 or 083 135 from a non MTN number.

How do I keep my MTN SIM active while abroad? ›

MTN Keep My Number allows you retain your number while you are abroad. This rules out the chances of your number being recycled and sold to someone else. Upon your return you start to use your number like you never left. Send KMN to 36500 or dial *365*1# to activate.

What is the number for MTN SIM swap on WhatsApp? ›

083 123 0011

This is the only number MTN will ever use to interact with you on WhatsApp.

What are the requirements for retrieving MTN SIM? ›

Kindly visit any MTN service centers or connect stores nearest to you with the following: Phone Number, NIN Number, Your full name, date of birth, state of origin and mother's maiden name.

How do I recover my SIM card not registered? ›

Try these troubleshooting steps to get rid of the “Not Registered on Network” error message and reconnect your Android device.
  1. Restart your device. ...
  2. Turn Airplane Mode on and off. ...
  3. Reset the Network Settings. ...
  4. Manually select your network providers. ...
  5. Check your SIM Card. ...
  6. Update your software.
  7. Contact your mobile carrier.

How can I get the same number if my SIM is deactivated? ›

How do I Get My Old Mobile Number Back?
  1. Connect with your service provider.
  2. Provide them with the required account details.
  3. Follow the instructions given by the service provider.
  4. Discover the number of reactivation options.
  5. See if your number is still available.

Can I get a SIM card with my old number? ›

SIM porting, commonly known as mobile number portability (MNP), is a service that allows you to switch your mobile service provider while retaining your existing mobile telephone number. However, SIM porting can also refer to obtaining a new SIM card from the same provider while keeping your old number.

Does MTN deactivate SIM card? ›

90-day rule: In the event that your SIM card is inactive (no recharges, no chargeable calls or SMSs) for over 90 days, MTN may deactivate your SIM card. Once your SIM card and subsequently, your cellphone number is deactivated, MTN will recycle your number which means that it may be allocated to a new user.

What is the WhatsApp number for MTN customer care? ›

WhatsApp – +234 903 300 0001 or https://wa.me/2349033000001. Web – https://www.mtn.ng/ Engage with Zigi and experience customer service at its peak. Got a question?

How do you bring back a SIM that disappeared? ›

Just to the left of the Play and Delete buttons there will be another button and when you mouse over it, it will say Recover. Just click on it and it will give you a list of all the versions of that save. Select one and recover it. Start the game with that recovered save and see if your sim is back.

How to get OTP from lost SIM card? ›

To receive an OTP without a SIM card:
  1. Use OTP apps like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator to receive OTP without a SIM card.
  2. Request a replacement SIM card from your carrier to access OTP messages.
  3. Explore online SMS verification services that offer virtual phone numbers for OTP reception.
Jun 6, 2023

Can I get my number back if I lost my SIM card? ›

If your account is current, you simply ask the carrier for a new SIM card for your account. You keep the same number. The SIM card is not the phone number.

How do I recover my MTN number? ›

Dial the USSD code *123# on your mobile device. A menu will appear with various options. Select the one that corresponds to “Check My Number” or a similar description. Your MTN number will be displayed on your screen shortly after.

How can I retrieve my SIM card number? ›

Go to your Android phone's settings menu, then select 'About phone' or 'About device'. From there, choose 'Status' or 'Phone status', and you should see an option for 'SIM status' or 'SIM card status'. Your SIM card number will be listed there, and you can simply copy it or write it down for reference.

How do I recover my SIM card network? ›

How to fix no service or signal on a Samsung or Android phone
  1. Restart your phone. ...
  2. Turn Airplane Mode on and off. ...
  3. Manually select your network providers. ...
  4. Double check your SIM card. ...
  5. Restore your phone to its factory settings.

How do I get a SIM card from another country? ›

Once you've decided which SIM is the best for your trip, you can buy it on your chosen provider's website. You can get a local SIM from most major supermarkets or convenience stores in your destination country, or you may even be able to buy your SIM from a vendor at the airport.

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