If you’re an MTN customer who loves using airtime for everything and wants Showmax movies, series, or Premier League without entering card details, this is your answer. Showmax and MTN Nigeria have a partnership that lets you subscribe with your MTN balance.
This guide shows you the exact codes to pay for Showmax with MTN, how much you need, step-by-step instructions, and more.
See: How to Get Showmax for Free
Pay for Showmax with MTN: Step-by-Step
Method 1: SMS Codes
- From your MTN line, send the plan keyword to 13115.
- Entertainment Mobile: SMS “GE3A” to 13115
- Entertainment All Devices: SMS “GE2A” to 13115
- Premier League Mobile: SMS “EPLA” to 13115
- MTN replies with plan confirmation and airtime deduction amount.
- Reply YES to approve.
- MTN deducts airtime and sends Showmax login details or activation code via SMS.
- Log in to the Showmax app/website with the details provided.
Method 2: USSD Dial Codes
- Dial the plan code from your MTN line:
- Entertainment Mobile: *480*8083#
- Entertainment All Devices: *480*8082#
- Premier League Mobile: *480*8080#
- Follow on-screen prompts to review plan and price.
- Confirm with 1 or YES.
- Airtime deducts immediately; receive Showmax credentials via SMS.
- Activate on the Showmax app or website.
Get Enough MTN Airtime
MTN Showmax payments require serious airtime of ₦2,000 for basic mobile plans, up to ₦5,000+ for bigger ones. So if you are running low, top up with VTpass
How to top up MTN via VTpass:
- Visit vtpass.com or use VTpass app.
- Select MTN Airtime → Enter phone number → Choose amount (₦2,000+).
- Pay with your card, bank transfer, or VTpass wallet.
- Airtime credits instantly → Now dial your Showmax MTN code.
Showmax Plans You Can Get via MTN Airtime
| Plan | Approx. Airtime Cost | Devices Supported | Main Content | MTN SMS Code | MTN USSD Code |
| Entertainment Mobile | ₦2,000/month | Phone/Tablet | Movies, Series, Reality | GE3A to 13115 | *480*8083# |
| Entertainment All Devices | ₦3,500/month | Phone/TV/Laptop (HD) | Movies, Series + HD | GE2A to 13115 | *480*8082# |
| Premier League Mobile | ₦2,500/month | Phone/Tablet | EPL + Basic Entertainment | EPLA to 13115 | *480*8080# |
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Pay Showmax Directly on VTpass
Pay Showmax directly through VTpass—full plan selection, any payment method, instant activation.
VTpass Direct Showmax Steps:
- Go to vtpass.com or mobile app
- Pick any Showmax plan (Entertainment, Premier League, combos, any duration)
- Pay with card/transfer/wallet (no airtime needed)
- Get an instant Showmax activation code or login details
VTpass vs MTN Airtime:
| Need | MTN Airtime | VTpass Direct |
| Plan Selection | Limited bundles | Full Showmax catalog |
| Payment Method | Airtime only | Card/Transfer/Wallet |
| Restrictions | MTN only | Any network |
| Sharing | No | Vouchers shareable |
| Airtime Impact | Uses your call credit | No airtime used |
Conclusion
Yes, you can pay Showmax with MTN using SMS or USSD (*480*8083#)—ideal if airtime is your thing and you want Entertainment or Premier League fast.