How to Rollover Unused Data on MTN, Airtel, Glo & 9mobile
How to Rollover Unused Data Plans in Nigeria (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile)
Lost unused data because you forgot to renew in time? Here’s how to make sure it never happens again—step by step, network by network. In this article, I will briefly explain the steps to rollover unused data to the next subscription. Without further ado, let’s dive into it.
Quick Rollover Comparison Table
| Network | How to Rollover | Grace Period | Bonus Data Rolls Over? |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTN | Renew same plan via *131# or myMTN app before expiry | Yes | No |
| Airtel | Buy same or higher-value plan before expiry | Yes | No |
| Glo | Renew within 1–7 day grace period using *777# or Glo Café app | Yes (varies by plan) | No |
| 9Mobile | Renew same or higher plan before current one expires | Yes | No |
What Rollover Actually Means
Rollover lets you carry unused data into your next bundle—but only if you renew fast enough. If your data expires and you wait too long to subscribe again, the old data vanishes.
You don’t need a special code to enable rollover. But you do need to act before the expiration window closes.
MTN Rollover Steps
- Before expiry, renew the same plan via:
– *131#, or
– myMTN App - If your data expired recently, you may still be in a grace period (usually 3–7 days).
- Renew within this window and your old data is added to the new plan.
I tested this with a 1.5GB monthly plan—waited one day post-expiry and renewed. The old data reappeared instantly.
Airtel Rollover Process
- Buy the same or a bigger plan before your current one expires.
- Rollover happens automatically.
- Auto-renew also rolls data over—but only if it succeeds before plan expiry.
Note: If your current plan ends at midnight and you renew at 1am, your data is gone.
Glo Rollover Guide
Glo offers grace periods based on your old plan:
- 1-day plan: 1-day grace
- 2–30-day plan: 3 days
- 30+ days: 7 days
To rollover:
- Renew the same plan or a higher one before or during the grace period.
- Use *777# or the Glo Café app.
9Mobile Rollover Info
- Renew before expiry with the same or higher plan.
- No USSD-specific code for rollover; it’s built into their plan logic.
- Use *200# or the 9Mobile app.
What Doesn’t Rollover?
- Bonus data (e.g. YouTube or night data)
- Free promotional bundles
- Expired data past the grace period
FAQ: Your Rollover Questions Answered
Q: Can I rollover data with a different plan?
No. To rollover, the new plan must be the same or higher in value.
Q: Does auto-renew guarantee rollover?
Only if it occurs before the expiry of the current bundle.
Q: How can I tell if rollover worked?
Check your balance right after renewal. If rollover succeeded, the new total should exceed the new plan’s base allowance.
Final Thoughts
Losing unused data can be frustrating—especially with rising costs. Now you know exactly how to avoid that across all major networks. Mark your calendar before your plan expires, or better yet—set auto-renew (if you trust it).
Got questions? Drop them below.
Share this with friends who’ve lost data due to missed renewals.
