1. *1#<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Checking Your Telkom Number\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nMost Telkom clients do not know their number, while others usually struggle to find it,\u00a0 especially those who do not know it by heart. To find out your Telkom number, dial *1#<\/strong> from your Telkom line, and automatically your number will appear on your phone screen.<\/p>\nTip: <\/strong>Ensure to write it down somewhere, screenshot, or even save it anywhere safe for future use.<\/p>\n2. *140#<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Please Call Me\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nIt is not unusual or awkward to have little or no airtime on your phone to make a call or even send an SMS to someone. If you run of airtime and you really want to make an urgent call or send an SMS to someone, dial the USSD code *140#<\/strong> to have access to the Telkom \u2018Please call me\u2019 menu. The company will not charge you for using the service.<\/p>\nAlternatively, you can send the \u2018please call me\u2019 message directly to the number by dialing *140*contact\u2019s number you wish to call you#<\/strong>.<\/p>\n3. *188#<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Checking Telkom Balance<\/strong><\/p>\nNo one loves being cut off during a phone conversation. The best way to handle this is by ensuring that you have enough airtime on your phone before dialing a number or carrying out any other activity. All you have to do is to check your balance to be sure it’s not insufficient. Dial *188# to achieve this or *100#on your phone, and your account balance will be sent to you via an SMS.<\/p>\n
4. (*2#)<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Checking Your IMSI Number <\/strong><\/p>\nThe *2#<\/strong> USSD code is designed for those who would want to check their International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) number on their phone. Dial the code from your Telkom line, and the number will appear on the screen of your device.<\/p>\n5. *123#<\/strong><\/h3>\n What It Does: Mo’Nice promotional bundles<\/strong><\/p>\n6. *#06# <\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Check what your IMEI number is<\/strong><\/p>\n7. *188*<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Airtime Top-Up<\/strong><\/p>\nPurchasing airtime online is one option most people are not comfortable with, especially those with little or no knowledge on how to fit into the latest upgrades. Despite its convenient and easy nature, some people still favor the idea of topping up airtime through voucher cards.<\/p>\n
To achieve this, dial *188*voucher card number#<\/strong>. Ensure that the voucher card is unused and valid. Don’t try using an already-used voucher more than thrice; otherwise, you will be blocked.<\/p>\n8. *180#<\/strong><\/h3>\nWhat It Does: Mobile Account Menu<\/strong><\/p>\nBy dialing *180#<\/strong> on your Telkom line, you can conveniently do the following:<\/p>\n\n- Buy bundles<\/li>\n
- Transfer airtime\/data<\/li>\n
- Manag toe spend limit<\/li>\n
- Get device settings<\/li>\n
- Change tariff<\/li>\n
- BIS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What You Need To Know About The Master USSD Code for Telkom<\/strong><\/h2>\nTelkom, like every telecommunication company, has a master code that serves more than one purpose. Unlike other USSD codes, the master code gives clients access to multiple options instead of just one. For instance, the Telkom *1#<\/strong> code is strictly used for checking your International Mobile Security Identity (IMS1). However, their *180#<\/strong> code will allow you to do many things such as airtime and data top-up, checking your balance, or canceling a subscription. Thus, the *180# is referred to as a master code.<\/p>\nHow To Purchase Data With The Master Code <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Dial *180#<\/strong> on your phone using your Telkom line<\/li>\n
- Select the \u2018Bundle Purchase\u2019 option<\/li>\n
- Select your preferred data plan from the list<\/li>\n
- Wait for their message notifying you that the data plan has been activated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How To Change Your Tariff Using The Telkom Master Code<\/strong><\/h3>\nTelkom allows you to choose from their range of tariff plans anytime, which can be achieved with the master USSD code. Do the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Dial *180#<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Follow the prompts that pop up on your phone till you can choose the tariff plan you desire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How To Transfer Airtime To Another Telkom User Using The Master Code<\/strong><\/h3>\nWith the master USSD code, people quickly transfer a certain amount of airtime to their friends and loved ones. Interestingly, it does take much time or effort to do this. You must make sure that sufficient time on your account to do a transfer.<\/p>\n
To achieve this:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Dial *180#<\/strong> on your Telkom line<\/li>\n
- Select the \u2018transfer airtime\u2019 option<\/li>\n
- Enter the destination number and desired amount<\/li>\n
- Follow the prompts until the process is successful<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How To S Buy SMS Bundle With The *180# Code<\/strong><\/h3>\nFor so many reasons, people from time to time purchase SMS bundles that are more beneficial. Telkom has various SMS bundle packages, so there are many to choose from.<\/p>\n
Follow the steps below to do this:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Dial the *180# code from your phone<\/li>\n
- Choose the \u2018bundle purchase\u2019 option<\/li>\n
- Then select the SMS bundle you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When A Telkom USSD Code Does Not Work, Here’s What To Do<\/strong><\/h2>\nAvailability of network is one factor that determines if a transaction with the Telkom USSD codes would pull through or not. Though the codes are, to a considerable extent, always effective and reliable, sometimes they fail due to poor network or other factors.<\/p>\n
If you’ve tried severally to pull through without success, you have few options to choose from; at least till you have a working network. First of all, you can reach out to them via their nearest office. Telkom has offices scattered across the country. Visit their website to find out the one that is nearest to you.<\/p>\n