MTN Afghanistan, a subsidiary of the multinational MTN Group based in South Africa, is a leading telecommunications operator in Afghanistan. Established in 2006, MTN Afghanistan has grown to become a key player in the Afghan telecom market, offering a wide range of services including mobile telephony, data, messaging, and mobile financial services. The company is known for its innovative approach, constantly introducing the latest technologies such as 3G, 4G, and plans for 5G, VoLTE, and eSIM support.
Ownership and Key Technologies
MTN Afghanistan is owned by the MTN Group, which is headquartered in South Africa. The company has been at the forefront of technological advancements in Afghanistan, providing services over 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. They are also exploring the introduction of 5G technology and VoLTE (Voice over LTE) to enhance voice call quality and data services. Additionally, MTN Afghanistan supports eSIM technology, allowing users to activate a mobile plan without the need for a physical SIM card.
Latest Services and Market Share
MTN Afghanistan offers a variety of services including mobile telephony, data packages, and mobile financial services through its MoMo (Mobile Money) platform. The company has a significant market share in Afghanistan, competing with other major operators like Roshan, Etisalat, and Afghan Wireless. MTN Afghanistan is continuously expanding its network coverage and improving service quality to meet the growing demand for high-speed internet and reliable communication services.
USSD Codes and Functions
Here is a detailed list of the most popular and up-to-date USSD codes for MTN Afghanistan, along with their respective functions and translations in Pashto and Dari:
- Airtime Recharge
- Code: 311PIN#
- Function: Recharge airtime using a voucher PIN.
- Pashto: د هوا وخت بیا چارج کول
- Dari: شارژ مجدد اعتبار
- Check Airtime Balance
- Code: *310#
- Function: Check your current airtime balance.
- Pashto: د هوا وخت بیلانس چک کول
- Dari: بررسی موجودی اعتبار
- Check Data Balance
- Code: 34410#
- Function: Check your remaining data balance.
- Pashto: د ډیټا بیلانس چک کول
- Dari: بررسی موجودی دیتا
- Buy Data Plans
- Code: *344#
- Function: Purchase various data bundles.
- Pashto: د ډیټا پلانونه اخیستل
- Dari: خرید بستههای دیتا
- Transfer Airtime
- Code: 3443#
- Function: Transfer airtime to another MTN user.
- Pashto: د هوا وخت انتقال
- Dari: انتقال اعتبار
- Mobile Money Services (MoMo)
- Send Money to Registered User
- Code: 2221#
- Function: Send money to a registered MoMo user.
- Pashto: پیسې لیږل ثبت شوي کارونکي ته
- Dari: ارسال پول به کاربر ثبت شده
- Send Money to Non-Registered User
- Code: 2222#
- Function: Send money to a non-registered MoMo user.
- Pashto: پیسې لیږل غیر ثبت شوي کارونکي ته
- Dari: ارسال پول به کاربر غیر ثبت شده
- Buy Airtime for Self
- Code: 2223*1#
- Function: Purchase airtime for your own number.
- Pashto: د ځان لپاره هوا وخت اخیستل
- Dari: خرید اعتبار برای خود
- Buy Airtime for Others
- Code: 2223*2#
- Function: Purchase airtime for another number.
- Pashto: د نورو لپاره هوا وخت اخیستل
- Dari: خرید اعتبار برای دیگران
- Check MoMo Balance
- Code: 2224#
- Function: Check your MoMo account balance.
- Pashto: د مو مو بیلانس چک کول
- Dari: بررسی موجودی مو مو
- Send Money to Registered User
APN Settings for Mobile Internet
To access mobile internet on MTN Afghanistan, use the following APN settings:
- Name: MTN Internet
- APN: internet.mtn.com.af
- Proxy: (leave blank)
- Port: (leave blank)
- Username: (leave blank)
- Password: (leave blank)
- Server: (leave blank)
- MMSC: (leave blank)
- MMS Proxy: (leave blank)
- MMS Port: (leave blank).
Customer Care Contact Information
For any assistance, you can contact MTN Afghanistan’s customer care through the following numbers:
- MTN Users: 0771111779 / 0772111779
- Non-MTN & International Users: (+93)772222779
- Short Code: 779.
MTN Afghanistan continues to be a leading telecommunications provider in Afghanistan, offering a wide range of services and constantly innovating to meet the needs of its customers. With a strong market presence and a commitment to technological advancement, MTN Afghanistan is well-positioned to continue its growth and provide high-quality services to its users.
