How to top up an EE phone for someone else

How EE top-up works for another person

Topping up an EE phone for someone else is a seamless way to send mobile credit or data directly to their device. As of 2026, EE allows you to credit a friend or family member's Pay As You Go SIM card without any complicated account permissions. To make this work, you only need the recipient's EE mobile number to send them credit or data. Whether you use an EE Pay As You Go plan yourself and are familiar with My EE, or you are on a completely different network, you can easily facilitate this transfer.

Methods to top up someone else's EE phone online and offline

There are four primary methods to complete an EE mobile top-up for a different number. You can add balance through the website, use an app, send a text message, or buy a physical voucher in-store.

Top up via the EE website (Anonymous top-up)

The EE anonymous top up feature is the fastest way to add balance if you do not want to log in. To top up online EE, go directly to the EE.co.uk/topup portal. Enter the recipient's EE number, select the amount of credit you wish to send, and pay securely using a debit card, credit card, or mobile wallet. This is the best method to top up EE online if you do not have an EE account yourself or simply want to send a gift quickly without registering your details.

Top up using your My EE login

If you are an existing customer managing multiple household numbers, performing an EE login is highly convenient. Log into the My EE app or website, navigate to the linked mobile number you want to credit, and select the top-up option. This secure method saves your payment details for future use, making it much easier the next time you need to manage an EE pay my bill request or automatically credit a family member's phone.

How to top up EE by text

If you want to know how to top up EE by text, you must first register a credit or debit card to your own EE account. Once your payment card is linked, you can credit another person's device using a simple text command. Open your messages and type CR, followed by a space, the friend's EE number, another space, and the amount you want to send. Text this message to 150. For example, texting CR 07123456789 10 to the shortcode will instantly send ten pounds to that specific EE top up number.

Buy an EE top up voucher

If you prefer using cash, you can easily buy an EE top up voucher from physical retail stores, supermarkets, or gas stations. Once you buy EE top up credit, you can call the automated EE top-up phone number by dialing 150 from any EE phone. Follow the voice prompts to input the recipient's mobile number and the 16-digit code printed on your receipt to complete the EE voucher top up.

What to buy: Pay as you go credit vs. EE packs

When sending funds to another person's mobile, you have to choose between providing standard credit or buying a specific package tailored to their needs.

Standard EE credit

Standard EE credit simply adds a cash balance directly to their mobile account. They can use this EE Pay As You Go credit to cover out-of-plan calls, send premium text messages, or keep the balance sitting in their account so their current monthly pack can automatically renew.

EE data packs and add-ons

If they are strictly running out of internet access, you can purchase an add on EE directly for their number. This allows you to top up EE data for someone else without giving them plain cash credit. You can buy them a specific 20GB data boost or a helpful roaming pass depending on what their current plan allows.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How much can you top up on EE?

You can top up a minimum of five pounds and a maximum of fifty pounds per transaction on the EE network under standard 2026 limits.

Where can I top up EE pay as you go in person?

You can buy a physical voucher or use an E-Top Up card at thousands of participating locations across the UK, including local Post Office branches, PayPoint locations, and most major supermarkets.

How do I find the EE top-up phone number?

If you are calling from an EE device, you just need to dial the shortcode 150 to access the automated payment line. If you are calling from a landline, you can reach the top-up service by dialing their dedicated 0800 number listed on the official EE contact page.

Can I top up someone else's phone on EE internationally?

Yes, you can easily use the online anonymous top-up portal from anywhere in the world. As long as you have a valid payment card and the correct UK EE mobile number, you can successfully add credit to their phone while overseas.