How to block stolen/lost MTN SIM card in Nigeria?
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How to block stolen/lost MTN SIM card in Nigeria?
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If you lost your SIM card or perhaps it was stolen, then one of the first things you will need to do is to block your SIM card to prevent unauthorized access to it.
When you block your SIM card, it cannot be used by whoever currently has access to it and you can retrieve it at any time, so you can continue using it.
As an MTN customer, there is a simple way in which you can get your SIM blocked without necessary needing to visit the nearest MTN office.
In this post, I am going to be showing you about how to block stolen/lost MTN SIM card in Nigeria and more.
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How to block MTN SIM card in Nigeria?
If you want to block your MTN SIM, then you will need to call their Toll free number using your mobile phone. For MTN the number is 180.
You can also visit any MTN office to get your SIM card blocked.
Once your card has been blocked it will become inactive and cannot be used to make calls, send messages or perform any other action.
How to block MTN SIM card from another phone?
You can also block your MTN SIM card from another phone by calling the Toll Free number 180.
How to retrieve MTN SIM card?
If you want to retrieve your MTN SIM, you will need the following:
- Phone number
- Your SIM pack or a sworn affidavit
- Three frequently dialed numbers
- Details of your last recharge activities
- Valid means of ID e.g. international passport, NIN, Voters card, driver’s license etc.
- SIM registration information
Once you take the above to the nearest MTN office, your SIM card will be retrieved.
How to protect your MTN SIM from unauthorized access?
You can also prevent your SIM from unauthorized access by implementing the below which will require a password to access your SIM card.
- Click on Settings
- Scroll to select security
- Click on configure SIM card lock
- Click on the lock “SIM CARD”
- Insert the default PIN code of the MTN SIM card. The default code is 0000.
- You will need to change the SIM card PIN code in order to replace the default PIN code.
- Confirm your new PIN code
If you do it successfully, you will be required to input your PIN code every time you turn on your phone or when you remove and put back your SIM Card.
USSD code to block MTN SIM card?
There is no USSD code to block the MTN SIM card, you can only block it by calling the toll free number 180.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
How to block MTN SIM card online?
If you want to block your MTN SIM, then you will need to call their Toll free number using your mobile phone. For MTN the number is 180.
What is the USSD code to block MTN SIM card?
There is no USSD code to block the MTN SIM card, you can only block it by calling the toll free number 180.
Summary
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Conclusion
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