Glo runs on Globacom’s nationwide network, and a handful of short USSD strings handle almost every task you’ll need on the SIM. This guide lists the working recharge, data, balance, NIN, and bonus codes — cross-checked in August 2026 against the NCC’s harmonised code list and Glo’s own plan pages.
Glo Recharge and Data Subscription Codes (Quick Reference)
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) standardised core USSD codes across MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9mobile. The codes below match that harmonised list and work on every active Glo line.
| USSD Code | Function |
|---|---|
| *311*RechargePIN# | Load airtime from a voucher |
| *310# | Check airtime balance |
| *323# | Check data balance |
| *312# | Buy a data bundle |
| *555# | Buy a Glo Voice Bundle (call minutes) |
| *321# | Share data with another Glo line |
| *303# | Borrow airtime or data |
| *301# | One-stop self-service menu |
| *996# | Check NIN-SIM linkage status |
| *109*NIN# | Link your NIN to your Glo line |
| 121 | Glo customer care (24/7) |
| 2442 | Manage Do-Not-Disturb (DND) |
| 3232 | Number portability (port to/from Glo) |
If your scratch card got wet and a digit smudges out, call 121 and read the visible numbers to a Glo agent.
How to Recharge a Glo Line
1. With a scratch card
Scratch the panel, dial *311*PIN#, and press call. You’ll get an SMS confirming the new balance.
2. From your bank with *805#
Dial *805# from the phone number tied to your bank account. You can buy airtime or data for yourself, family, or friends without paying any USSD service charge. Registration is one-off.
Most Nigerian banks support *805# Glo Simple Recharge, including Access, Fidelity, FCMB, Jaiz, Keystone, Stanbic IBTC, UBA, Union, Unity, and Zenith.
3. From a banking app
Open your bank’s app (OPay, Kuda, GTBank, etc.), pick “Airtime” or “Data,” select Glo, enter the amount, and authorise. Funds land in seconds.
4. Glo Café app
Download Glo Café from Google Play or the App Store. You can recharge with a debit card, monitor data, link your NIN, and manage subscriptions in one place.
*301# — One Code for Everything Glo
Dial *301# to manage the whole SIM. The menu lets you buy airtime and data, gift bundles, share data, borrow credit, change tariff plans, and turn VAS on or off. It works without internet on any phone.
Glo Data Plans (Official Revised Bundles)
Glo revised its main data bundles to carry more data at the same prices. The tables below are Glo’s own current figures. Every bundle includes free night data (12 a.m.–5 a.m., counted in the totals), and unused data rolls over when you renew before expiry or within the grace period. Dial *312# to buy.
Daily bundles
| Price | Total data | Of which night data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₦50 | 45MB | 5MB | 1 day |
| ₦100 | 125MB | 5MB | 1 day |
| ₦200 | 275MB | 25MB | 2 days |
Weekly bundles (7 days)
| Price | Total data | Of which night data |
|---|---|---|
| ₦500 | 1.5GB | 1GB |
| ₦1,000 | 3.7GB | 2GB |
| ₦1,500 | 6GB | 2GB |
| ₦2,000 | 9GB | 2.5GB |
| ₦5,000 | 24.5GB | 2.5GB |
Monthly bundles (30 days)
| Price | Total data | Of which night data |
|---|---|---|
| ₦1,500 | 5.2GB | 3GB |
| ₦2,000 | 6.25GB | 3GB |
| ₦3,000 | 10.5GB | 2GB |
| ₦5,000 | 16.5GB | 2GB |
| ₦10,000 | 42GB | 4GB |
Watch the price overlap: ₦1,500 exists as a weekly bundle (6GB/7 days) and a monthly one (5.2GB/30 days) — the *312# menu shows both, so pick by validity, not price. Bigger mega bundles above ₦10,000 appear in the *312# menu, but Glo does not currently publish those tiers on its site, so confirm the allowance on the menu before paying. Students get boosted Campus Booster versions of the small bundles when buying on covered campuses.
My-G Social Bundles
My-G covers WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, BoomPlay, Audiomack, and GloTV only. Glo’s current My-G bundles: 300MB for ₦100 (1 day), 1GB for ₦300 (3 days), 1.5GB for ₦500 (7 days), and 3.5GB for ₦1,000 (30 days). Buy from *312#.
Glo Voice Bundles: Call Minutes from ₦50
Glo sells packs of all-network call minutes at roughly ₦10 per minute — cheaper at higher denominations. Dial *555# to buy and *310*2# to check your minutes balance.
| Price | Minutes (all networks) | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| ₦50 | 5 mins | 1 day |
| ₦100 | 10 mins | 3 days |
| ₦200 | 20 mins | 7 days |
| ₦300 | 31 mins | 7 days |
| ₦500 | 52 mins | 15 days |
| ₦1,000 | 105 mins | 15 days |
| ₦1,500 | 160 mins | 30 days |
| ₦2,000 | 215 mins | 30 days |
| ₦2,500 | 270 mins | 30 days |
Night (10 p.m.–5 a.m.) and weekend variants exist at ₦50 (5 mins) and ₦100 (11 mins). Unused minutes roll over when you buy another bundle before the current one expires.
Yakata and Glo’s Recharge-Bonus Plans
Glo has long run recharge-bonus tariff plans — Yakata, Glo 4X, AMEBO (5X), and 6X — that multiply the value of top-ups. Glo no longer publishes their current terms, rates, or bonus percentages on its website (checked August 2026), so treat any figures you see in older guides as unconfirmed. To see what your line qualifies for today, dial *301# and open the tariff-plan menu, or ask customer care on 121. Recharging with the harmonised *311*PIN# works on every Glo tariff plan.
Link Your NIN to Your Glo Line
NCC rules require every SIM to be tied to a National Identification Number. Without it, Glo will bar the line.
- Link NIN: dial *109*NIN# (e.g. *109*12345678901#)
- Or SMS: send UPDATENIN NIN FirstName LastName to 109
- Check status: dial *996# and pick option 1
- In person: visit any Glo office or registered agent with your NIN slip
Useful Glo Short Numbers
- 121 — customer care, 24/7
- 2442 — Do-Not-Disturb (block promo SMS)
- 3232 — mobile number portability
For full plan terms, check the Glo Nigeria official site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new code to recharge a Glo line?
Dial *311*RechargePIN# — the unified NCC code that works on every Nigerian network.
How do I check my Glo airtime balance?
Dial *310#. Your balance flashes on screen and arrives by SMS.
How do I check my Glo data balance?
Dial *323#. The reply lists your remaining MB or GB and the expiry date.
How do I buy Glo call minutes instead of airtime?
Dial *555# and pick a Voice Bundle — from ₦50 for 5 minutes to ₦2,500 for 270 minutes to all networks. Check the minutes balance with *310*2#.
What is the Glo customer care number?
Call 121 from your Glo line. Lines are open 24 hours, every day.
How do I migrate to Glo Yakata?
Glo no longer publishes Yakata’s terms or a migration code. Dial *301#, open the tariff-plan menu, and pick from the plans offered on your line.
How do I borrow airtime or data on Glo?
Dial *303# and pick the amount. Glo deducts the loan plus a small fee from your next recharge.
How do I share data with another Glo number?
Dial *321#, follow the prompts, and enter the recipient’s Glo number. Both lines must be active.
How do I link my NIN to a Glo line?
Dial *109*YourNIN# or text UPDATENIN NIN FirstName LastName to 109. Confirm linkage with *996#.
Can I recharge Glo from my bank without internet?
Yes. Dial *805# from your bank-linked phone number and follow the menu to top up airtime or buy data.
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How to Check Your Glo Phone Number
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