How to Send Money to non-Mobile Users & Charges-Updated 2024

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Mobile money is a secure electronic service that enables telecom users to perform any kind of transaction on their phones. With this service, you can conveniently send money to your family and friends across all networks at just a low cost. It is now possible to send money from MTN to Airtel and also from Airtel to MTN. Cool, right? Keep in mind that the procedure is simple and easy just like sending money to the same network line. This article details how you can send money to non-mobile users and send charges.

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How to Send MTN Mobile Money to Airtel Uganda

Using MTN Mobile money, you can send money to non-mobile users like Airtel by following these simple steps.

Method 1: Use USSD Codes

  • Dial *165# then OK.
  • Choose option 1, Send Money.
  • Select Mobile User.
  • Enter the Airtel Number you want to send the money to.
  • Input the Amount of money you wish to send.
  • Type in the Reason for sending the money.
  • Authenticate mobile money PIN to finalize the transaction. And just like that you have sent MTN mobile money to Airtel.

ALSO READ: How to Send Money to Any Network (from One Telecom Network to Another).

Method 2: Use the MTN Momo App

  • Download the MTN Momo App from the Play Store (Android) and App Store (IOS).
  • Launch the App and log in with your mobile number. Fill in the mobile money pin.
  • Enter a 4-digit code that has been sent to your phone via SMS.
  • Tap on Send at the bottom of the screen.
  • Click Send Money to Mobile User.
  • Enter the Airtel number you wish to send the money to. Input the Amount and Reason then click Send.
  • The transaction details will show on your screen. Click Complete to finalize the transaction.

MTN to Airtel Sending Charges

Amount (UGX)Sending To MTN or Other Networks (UGX)Voucher/ Unregistered user
500 – 2,500100830
2,501 – 5,000100940
5,001 – 15,0005001,880
15,001 – 30,0005001,880
30,0001 – 45,0005002,310
45,001 – 60,0005002,310
60,001 – 125,0001,0003,325
125,001 – 250,0001,0004,975
250,001 – 500,0001,0007,175
500,001 – 1,000,0001,00012,650
1,000,001 – 2,000,0001,00022,000
2,000,001 – 4,000,0001,00037,400
4,000,001 – 5,000,0001,000

How to Send Airtel Money to MTN.

Method 1: Use USSD Code

  • Dial *185#.
  • Choose the Send Money option.
  • Select Option 2, MTN number.
  • Enter the MTN number you are sending the money to.
  • Enter the Amount that you wish to send.
  • Input Reference (reason for sending the money).
  • Confirm transaction details then Authenticate mobile money PIN to finalize transaction.

Method 2: Use My Airtel App

  • Download My Airtel App from the Play Store (Android) and App Store (IOS).
  • Launch the App and log in with your mobile number. Enter your mobile money pin.
  • Enter a 4-digit code that has been sent to your phone via SMS.
  • Choose Airtel Money at the top of the screen.
  • Enter your Airtel Money Pin.
  • Click on Send Money under Quick Actions.
  • Tap on Local. Enter the recipient number, the reason for sending the money, and finally the Amount. Click on Proceed.
  • Review transaction details. if all is well, tap Confirm to finalize the transaction.

Airtel to MTN Sending Charges

Tariff Bands
MinMaxSending Airtel to Airtel/MTN to Other NetworksWithdraw from Agent Charges
500100330
5011,000100330
1,0012,500100330
2,5015,000500440
5,00115,000500700
15,00130,000500880
30,00145,0005001,210
45,00160,0005001,500
60,001125,0001,0001925
125,001250,0001,0003575
250,001500,0001,0007,000
500,0011,000,0001,00012,500
1,000,0012,000,0001,00012,500
2,000,0014,000,0001,00012,500
4,000,0015,000,0001,00012,500