You need to activate your Glo SIM before you can make or receive call and even perform other services on the Glo network. After purchasing and registering your Glo SIM, the next thing to do is to activate it and this process is not difficult.
At times a SIM can be deactivate because it hasn’t been used in a long time, there are also some few steps to take to get it activated. In this article, we will be giving you all the necessary information on how to activate your Glo SIM whether you just purchased the SIM or you haven’t used the SIM in a long time.
How to Activate Glo SIM
The first step to take to get your Glo SIM activated is to register the SIM. You can easily walk into any Glo office or outlet close to you and get the SIM registered.
To register your Glo SIM, you would need to provide some information and documents such as National Identity Number (NIN) or any other legal form of identification. Once all the information is provided and submitted, it will take a few minutes before your Glo SIM is activated.
There are different ways you can activate new Glo SIM and also a SIM that has been deactivated by Glo for some reason but before we go into that, below is what you need to register and activate new Glo SIM
Requirements to Register and Activate New Glo SIM
Few years ago, Glo customers can register their Glo SIM using either their International Passport, National Identification Number, Voter’s Card or Drivers License but currently the federal government has made it compulsory for all telecommunication company in Nigeria to register SIM using only the National Identification Number (NIN). This is mandatory and without your NIN you won’t be able to register your SIM.
Glo Activation Code
For all new Glo SIM that have been registered, the Glo activation code is 125. It’s important to register your SIM before dialing this code (125), otherwise it won’t be activated
To activate your new Glo SIM, follow the steps below.
Dial 125 on the new Glo SIM
Recharge your new SIM with at least N100 airtime
Once this is done, within a few minutes, the new SIM is activated and ready to go. You can make calls and receive calls and also enjoy all the services in the Glo network.
Difference Between Activating a New Glo SIM and Activating a Deactivated Glo SIM
To activate a new Glo SIM has a different from activating a deactivated Glo SIM. A lot of people don’t know the difference but there’s a difference. The truth is, activating a new Glo SIM is easier when compared to activating a deactivated Glo SIM.
To reactivate a deactivated Glo SIM, you would need to go provide some important details that would be verified before the SIM can be activated again. Here are the steps you need to take to reactivate your deactivated Glo SIM
Walk into any Glo office or outlet and let the officials know that you want to reaction your Glo SIM. Here are the list of items you need to go with;
- National identification Number
- Permanent Voters Card
- Provide five numbers that are stored in your contact list which you frequently call
- Provide SIM pack, it serves as proof of ownership but if it’s no longer available, you will need to get an affidavit from court to confirm the legal ownership of the SIM
You will need to recharge the SIM with at least N100 once it’s activated