Buying airtime is easy and instant on this page. Simply enter the Cell C mobile number you wish to top up, select your desired airtime amount, and complete your purchase using a Credit/Debit card, Instant EFT, or Capitec Pay. Your airtime will be loaded immediately after a successful transaction.
Yes, you can top up any Cell C number. Just enter the recipient's 10-digit Cell C mobile number in the provided field, choose the amount, and proceed to payment. It's a great way to send airtime to friends or family instantly.
You can use your airtime for standard voice calls, SMS, and out-of-bundle data usage. Additionally, you can use your airtime balance to purchase specific Data, Voice, or Socializa bundles by dialing *147# from your phone.
To check your current airtime balance, simply dial *101# from your Cell C SIM card. You can also view your balance and manage your account by downloading the official Cell C App.
If you've run out of airtime and can't top up immediately, Cell C offers an Emergency Recharge service. This allows you to "borrow" airtime or data and pay for it later when you next recharge. Dial *147# and select the "Emergency Recharge" option to see if you are eligible.
Yes, you can use the Airtime Share service. This allows you to transfer a portion of your existing airtime balance to another Cell C prepaid customer. Dial *147# and follow the prompts under the "Services" menu to share airtime.
Yes. Our online recharge portal uses industry-standard encryption and is secured by trusted payment partners including Transaction Junction and Stitch. We support secure 3D Secure payments to ensure your banking details are always protected.
Airtime is usually credited within seconds. If you don't receive it, please check if the amount was deducted from your bank account. If the payment was successful but no airtime was loaded, contact our support team at 084 135 (Free from a Cell C SIM) with your transaction reference.
