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USSD Betting Sites in Nigeria: Deposit Without Internet
USSD lets you fund a betting account by dialling a short code on any phone, even without mobile data. It is slower to set up than a wallet but works everywhere your bank's USSD service does.
| Bookmaker | Min deposit | Withdrawal speed | Welcome offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bet9ja | ₦100 | 15 minutes to 2 hours | 100% up to ₦100,000 |
| 1xBet | ₦1,700 | Within 24 hours | 300% up to ₦600,000 |
| BetKing | ₦100 stake | OPay in under 5 minutes | Up to ₦1,000,000 in free bets |
| Betway | ₦100 | Under 1 hour | ₦1,000 free bet + 10 spins + 10 flights |
| 22Bet | ₦1,411 | OPay in under 1 hour | 100% up to ₦172,000 |
| 1Win | ₦1,000 | From ₦1,500 to OPay or bank | 500% up to ₦3,000,000 + 500 free spins |
Table of contents
How to Deposit With USSD
- Choose USSD in the cashierPick your bank from the list.
- Get the codeThe bookmaker shows a USSD string with the amount and a payment reference.
- Dial itDial the code from the phone number linked to your bank account and enter your PIN.
- Wait for confirmationThe deposit usually appears within a minute.
Limits and Charges
- Daily limits: banks cap USSD transactions, often well below app limits, unless you raise them.
- Network charges: your mobile network may charge a small fee per USSD session.
- Deposits only: withdrawals go to your bank account or wallet, not back by USSD.
Never dial a USSD code someone sends you in a message claiming to "activate a bonus". Use only the code shown in your bookmaker's cashier.
USSD Betting FAQ
Can I bet without internet in Nigeria?
You can deposit with USSD without data, but placing bets still needs the site, the app or a betting shop.
Which bookmakers accept USSD?
Bet9ja, BetKing, 1xBet, Betway and 22Bet among the sites we rank.
Is USSD safe?
Yes, as long as you dial codes from the bookmaker's cashier and never share your PIN.