Merchant - MTN Uganda (2024)

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OverviewMerchant - MTN Uganda (1)

From local markets to online stores, they leverage mobile money technology for secure and convenient transactions. Embracing this innovation broadens their customer base, enhances convenience, and fosters digital economy growth.

How To Become A MerchantMerchant - MTN Uganda (2)

Getting Started
Would you like to sign up your business to MTN MoMoPay?

Simply send an email to[email protected]with the following information and we will get in touch with you.​

  1. Your name
  2. Name of your business
  3. Contact number
  4. Location

or email[email protected], call 100 or Visit the nearest MTN Service Centre

Benefits of MoMoPay

  • Reduces risk of carrying cash.
  • No issues of small change amounts.
  • Additional revenue for Merchants who can earn commission by selling airtime or making payments for customers.
  • Customers and merchants can deposit and withdraw funds from their bank accounts.
XtraStock Merchant - MTN Uganda (3)

Welcome to Our Merchant XtraStock product.

Unlock Your Business’s Potential with Flexible Short-Term Financing

Running a business comes with its challenges, and managing inventory and cash flow is one of the most critical. Our Merchant XtraStock product is designed to provide you with the financial flexibility you need to keep your operations running smoothly, seize new opportunities, and cover unexpected expenses.

What is a Merchant XtraStock?

A merchant XtraStock is a product designed specifically for MTN MoMoPay merchants, to provide short-term working capital. This product allows merchants to complete a merchant-to-merchant transaction (purchase additional stock) even with insufficient funds in their merchant accounts.

Key Features

  • Flexible Credit Limits: Access funds up to a predetermined limit (between UGX 200,000 and UGX 5,000,000) tailored to your business needs.
  • Competitive Interest Rates: Pay interest only on the XtraStock amount utilized, with rates designed to be affordable.
  • Quick and Easy Access: Immediate access to funds to cover stock purchase and inventory management.
  • Simple Repayment Terms: Repay through future sales or regular deposits with flexible terms that suit your cash flow.

Benefits of a Merchant XtraStock

  • Instant. Instant merchant XtraStock loan approval and utilization of limits within a merchant transaction.
  • Convenient. Access your overdraft limit anytime, anywhere without waiting for official working hours.
  • Competitive rates. A merchant will enjoy competitive interest rates of upto 2% per XtraStock amount.
  • Boost Business Growth: Merchants enjoy higher limits of upto UGX 5,000,000 within which they can stock-up thus enabling them to serve more customers and support business growth.

How It Works

  1. Sign up for the service. Dial *155*4#, select XtraStock and accept the terms and conditions.
  2. Get Approved: Instant approval process and if approved, you’ll get immediate access to your overdraft limit.
  3. Access Funds: Utilise your limits during a merchant to merchant (stock purchase) when purchasing more stock with insufficient funds in your merchant wallet.
  4. Repay Flexibly: Repay through future sales or regular deposits with terms that match your cash flow.
Wezimbe Business Loans with MTN MoMoMerchant - MTN Uganda (4)

Introduction:

Wezimbe Business Loans, a collaborative effort by MTN MoMo and Asante Financial Services, is designed to offer collateral-free micro loans tailored for merchants. It redefines financial accessibility with competitive interest rates, making it a standout option compared to traditional banks, MFBs, and money lenders.

About:

Wezimbe Business Loans is an innovative financial service enabling merchants to apply for loans using their mobile phones within minutes. With no need for cumbersome paperwork or collateral, merchants can access funds directly into their business without leaving their premises, courtesy of MTN MoMo and Asante Financial Services.

Loan Tenor1 Day7 Day21 Day
Facility Fee – (charged once at disbursem*nt)0.5%2.5%6.5%
Rollover Fee0.5%1.5% Flat2.5% Flat
Rollover Duration1 Day3 Days5 Days
Loan LimitsMinimum UGX 50,000

Maximum UGX 4,000,000

Minimum UGX 500,000

Maximum UGX 6,000,000

Minimum UGX 500,000

Maximum UGX 10,000,000

Features:

  • Instant Access: Apply for loans instantly by dialing *155*33## or through the user-friendly MoMo App.
  • Quick approval and direct credit to your MoMo account.
  • Choose flexible repayment options tailored to your convenience.
  • Utilize the loan for various MoMo services like merchant-to-merchant transaction through making payment to your suppliers and covering operation costs i.e paying bills and employee renumerations.
  • Request multiple loans within your credit limit after timely repayments.

Benefits:

  • Higher limits. Merchants will enjoy upto 10m of credit limit depending on their MoMo utilization and merchant transaction turn over.
  • Competitive interest rates surpassing traditional lenders. Merchant loans are charged as low as 0.5% and maximum of 6.5%.
  • 24/7 Accessibility: No branch visits, queues, or paperwork hassles.
  • Instant funds credited directly to your MoMo wallet.
  • Convenient access through *155*33# or the MoMo App.
  • Security and reliability integrated into the platform.

How to Get Started:

Follow these steps to access Wezimbe Business loans via MTN MoMo:

  • Dial *155*33# to review and accept the terms and conditions.
  • Enter your MoMo PIN to start your application.
  • Receive confirmation in seconds and select your preferred loan options and fees.
  • Upon approval, your loan will instantly reflect in your MoMo wallet.

Other Features of Wezimbe Business Loan:

  • Repay your loan partially for as low as UGX 500.
  • Check your loan limit using *155*33#.
  • Close your loan account after clearing the outstanding balance.

Wezimbe Business loans are powered by MTN MoMo in partnership with Asante Financial Services, dedicated to enhancing financial inclusion for Uganda’s micro and small business owners.

Merchant - MTN Uganda (2024)

FAQs

How to get a merchant code on MTN Uganda? ›

Are you a merchant who needs a MoMoPay code? No need to go all the way to our service centres for support. Just dial *155# or fill in this form 👉🏽👉🏽 bit.ly/490mwA2 today and get your merchant code! It's free, safe and quick.

What is the difference between MTN agent SIM and merchant SIM? ›

Agent sim is a mobile money sim used for cash out and cash in, and can also be used for payments of bills referred to as Agents sim whilst payments point is purposefully used for receiving cash from customers referred to as merchant sim.

What is a MTN merchant? ›

Mobile Money merchant service was developed to let customers pay for services and goods with the help of the account at any merchant place accepting Mobile Money.

How do I find my merchant code? ›

How to find your business's MCC. You won't find your MCC code on any statements or bills. Instead, you'll need to call your payment processor and ask them what code is assigned to your business. They'll let you know what code is being used, and it might not always be obvious.

What is the difference between merchant and agent? ›

The merchant is the business entity that wants to accept credit cards from consumers. The agent or broker is who sets up the merchant account with the ISO/Processor/Bank.

What is a mobile merchant account? ›

Mobile merchant services are when a bank handles mobile electronic payment processing for merchants. In other words, mobile merchant services allow you to accept electronic payments through your cell phone or other mobile devices.

What are the benefits of MTN Momo agent? ›

Agent
  • Earn commission. You can profit when your customers use MoMo to buy airtime, data and prepaid electricity and more, at your store.
  • Facilitate transactions. Help customers who want to cash in or cash out of their MoMo accounts at your store.
  • Facilitate Cash In. ...
  • Facilitate bill payments.

Why would I need a merchant account? ›

A merchant account is a bank account specifically established for business purposes where companies can make and accept payments. Merchant accounts allow, for instance, a business to accept credit cards or other forms of electronic payment.

What is the purpose of a merchant? ›

A merchant is a person or a company that sells goods or services. The merchant will sell products for a profit and facilitate the customer's buying journey. They can be an online retailer or a wholesaler and sell to any source, as long as they are selling for profit.

What can you do with a merchant number? ›

A merchant ID (or MID) is a unique identification number attached to a business that tells the payment processing systems involved in a transaction where to send which funds. ‍You can think of it as an address for your business. If you don't have a merchant ID, the networks involved won't know where to send your money.

How do I get my MTN merchant code in Uganda? ›

To view the Merchant Code, the merchant should dial *165*3# and select option 8 to View ID.

How do I register my merchant account? ›

How to open a merchant account
  1. Get a business license.
  2. Open a business bank account.
  3. Evaluate your needs.
  4. Compare providers.
  5. Complete an application.
  6. Submit to underwriting.
  7. Get approved and start processing.
Jun 7, 2024

How do I get a merchant account number? ›

Getting a merchant ID is a simple process. You will automatically be issued a MID number by a credit card processor when you sign up for a business account. If you're still in the process of choosing one, check out the best credit card processors to help you find the best fit for your business's needs.

What is the code for MTN MoMo Uganda? ›

Dial *165*6# or use the MoMo App to get mobile money to any bank account. See Mobile Money Tariffs for rates.

How do I get a MTN Uganda Mastercard? ›

Simply dial *165*70# and select option 1 to create an MTN MoMocard. The customer will then be prompted to enter their MTN MoMo PIN. A 16-digit virtual card number together with the CVV (security code) number will be sent to your phone via an SMS.

How do merchant codes work? ›

Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) are four-digit identification codes used in the payment processing industry to segment and categorize different types of transactions. It ensures that merchant activities are correctly identified for taxation, reporting, and compliance purposes.

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