Millicom's Tigo brand
Tigo is the Nicaraguan operator of Millicom, which took over the former Movistar Nicaragua network and rebranded it Tigo. It is one of the country's two nationwide mobile operators.
Tigo Nicaragua: how it works and how to recharge
A complete guide to topping up a Tigo Nicaragua line from abroad - the operator, its services and step-by-step recharging.
Recharge Tigo nowAbout Tigo
GSM and LTE
Tigo runs GSM and LTE coverage across Nicaragua, serving customers who value its mobile data and digital services.
Prepaid top-ups
Like the rest of the market, Tigo relies heavily on prepaid. Sending a top-up from abroad keeps a relative's Tigo number active and online.
Tigo services and recharge types
Top-ups add prepaid balance the recipient can use across Tigo's calls, texts and data offers.
Airtime and balance
Add prepaid balance to a Tigo line for calls and texts. The recipient uses it according to Tigo's standard rates.
Mobile data
Balance can go toward Tigo's data packages so the recipient stays online with messaging apps and browsing.
Stay active
Regular top-ups help keep a Tigo prepaid number active and reachable, which matters for relatives who depend on it daily.
How to recharge Tigo step by step
1
Choose Tigo
Select Tigo as the operator for the recharge.
2
Enter the number
Type the Nicaraguan mobile number with the +505 country code.
3
Pick an amount
Choose from the available Tigo top-up values.
4
Pay securely
Pay with your card; the credit normally arrives in minutes.
Recharge Tigo from abroad
Wherever you send from, the Tigo recharge flow is the same - only your payment currency changes.
From the United States
Pay in US dollars with a US card and the Tigo line is topped up in minutes.
From Costa Rica
Pay with a Costa Rican card in local currency to keep a Tigo number funded across the border.
From Spain
Pay in euros with a Spanish or European card; the Tigo credit is applied the same way.
Payment methods
Debit and credit cards
Pay for Tigo top-ups with major cards in your own currency, processed securely at checkout.
No local account needed
You do not need a Nicaraguan account - just the recipient's active Tigo number.
Current Tigo promotions
Tigo
Unl Music & More
• Promotion of UNLIMITED MUSIC AND WHATSAPP is valid for a limited time • The Music applications included in the UNLIMITED benefit are: Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music, Amazon Music, SoundCloud, TuneIn Radio, Google Music, and Napster • The UNLIMITED WhatsApp bonus is valid only for CHAT and Multimedia; if the customer makes Calls and Video calls, it will be deducted from the main bonus (Data). • It is valid for browsing on 3G, 4G, and 4.5G LTE networks. • The validity of the benefit is tied to the validity of the purchased main bonus. However, if the user consumes their main bonus, they can continue using the Unlimited Music and WhatsApp benefit during the validity of the purchased main bonus. • The UNLIMITED MUSIC AND WHATSAPP bonuses are not cumulative
Tigo
Soccer Paquetigo
This package will provide exclusive access to all 104 World Cup matches through the Tigo Sports App. Users receive access via their mobile phone number (to which the package is sent). Download and login information is sent via SMS immediately after the top-up. Users who purchase before the championship start date will receive access on June 11, 2026, first thing in the morning.
Tigo recharge FAQ
How do I recharge a Tigo Nicaragua number?
Select Tigo, enter the Nicaraguan number with the +505 code, choose an amount and pay. The balance is normally applied within minutes.
Can I top up Tigo from Costa Rica?
Yes. You pay with a Costa Rican card in local currency and the credit reaches the Tigo line in Nicaragua.
Can I recharge Tigo from the US or Spain?
Yes. You pay with your local card in dollars or euros and the top-up is applied to the Tigo line.
How do I confirm the number is Tigo?
Check with the recipient if you are not sure. The number and the selected operator must match for delivery.
Do I need a Tigo or Nicaraguan account?
No. You only need the recipient's active Tigo number and your own card to pay.
How long does a Tigo top-up take?
Usually a few minutes, though it can take longer when the network is congested.