4G, also known as Long Term Evolution (LTE); stands for 4th Generation of telecommunications technology that delivers very high data speeds. With 4G, you can enjoy even better data experience with network-enhanced quality such as HD Video Streaming, Video and voice calls, superfast downloads, online gaming and so much more.

Yes! 4G is also known as LTE. It’s the 4th generation of telecommunications technology after 3G.

• High-speed internet access on your mobile
• Faster uploading and downloading speed
• High-definition online gaming
• Access to rich content and multimedia applications e.g.: Movies, HD videos, e-learning, HD content and more
• Multiple downloads of heavy files, high-definition multimedia content at the same time.
• Access to business applications that require higher speeds

Step 1: Get a 4G SIM or Upgrade your Airtel SIM: Simply visit an Airtel Store near you to get a new 4G SIM or Upgrade your SIM to 4G.

Step 2: Get a 4G-enabled device If your phone, MiFi or Dongle is not 4G enabled; please visit an Airtel Store or the nearest phone store to upgrade to a 4G phone.

Step 3: Be within Airtel 4G Coverage Airtel 4G Network spreads across the FCT (Abuja) and 36 states in Nigeria. For more information about your locality, kindly visit the nearest Airtel shop. You can check under network settings. Depending on the model of your phone you will see 4G LTE in addition to other mobile network settings.

• For iPhone: Settings>Mobile/Cellular>Voice & Data
• For Android: Settings>Mobile data>Network mode>Change to LTE/4G LTE
• For Windows phone: Settings > Cellular + SIM > Highest Connection Speed -Select4G LTE. The step varies per device.

Once you are on the 4G LTE Network you will notice 4G, 4G LTE or LTE written near the network bar displayed at the top of your smartphone. It will be displayed only when you are on 4G LTE network. Most 4G-enabled phones are set to automatically connect to 4G when within coverage but if your phone is not connecting by default; you need to manually select 4G/LTE under your phone network settings.

With Airtel 4G, you simply use your current data plan and you are charged according to your current plan rates.

Most 4G-enabled phones are set to automatically connect to 4G when within coverage but if your phone is not connecting by default; you need to manually select 4G/LTE under your phone network settings.

This is because 4G LTE relies on new technology SIM called USIM

• Visit Airtel Shops and partner outlets for a SIM swap
• You can replace your SIM card by yourself by initiating a self-service SIM swap and following the direction or at any Airtel outlet or partner shop.

Yes, the current SIM cost applies.

The 4G LTE SIM cards are available at our Airtel shops and partner outlets

Yes. When you purchase the 4G LTE SIM your current number will be swapped to the new 4G LTE SIM.

Yes, in line with the SIM Swap process.

You can activate 4G LTE using your phone or tablet's network settings Examples:

• For iPhone: Settings>Mobile/Cellular>Voice & Data
• For Android: Settings>Mobile data>Network mode>Change to LTE/4G LTE

Dial *312# to activate a data plan.

No you don’t need any special data plan for 4G. All 2G and 3G voice and Data plans will work on 4G.

Dial *141#

• Or use the Self-care Menu: dial *121#
• Or buy from your bank by dialing *444#
• And all other existing bundle activation platforms

No it is not. Airtel data bundles are useable on 2G/3G/4G.

If you move to a non 4G LTE coverage area you will be automatically switched to the available network E.g. 3G or 2G.

Airtel 4G Network spreads across the FCT (Abuja) and 36 states in Nigeria. For more information about your locality, kindly visit the nearest Airtel shop.