Check Balance
VerifiedShows airtime, Anytime data and Night Surfer balances where applicable.
*188#Telkom USSD Codes: *188# Balance, *180# Data, Recharge and Help
To check data balance on Telkom, dial *188# from your Telkom SIM. It also checks airtime balance. Use the codes below for buying bundles, recharging and checking your number, or the balance FAQ if you need an alternative to USSD.
Last updated: 3 October 2026
Quick Answer
Dial *188# from your Telkom SIM to check data and airtime balances. On a dual-SIM phone, choose the Telkom line. You can also check your balance in the MyTelkom App. To buy a bundle, use *180#; to recharge with a voucher, use *188*PIN#; to check your number, use *1#.
Telkom balance check
*188#Buy Telkom data
*180#Telkom recharge
*188*PIN#Check Telkom number
*1#Need to borrow airtime when you are out of credit? Use the Telkom airtime advance USSD code guide to compare eligibility, fees, and repayment notes.
Need the all-network directory instead of the operator page? Go back to USSD codes South Africa for comparison intent, or use cheapest data in South Africa for pricing-first research.
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Most Used Telkom Codes
Balance
VerifiedCheck Balance
Shows airtime, Anytime data and Night Surfer balances where applicable.
*188#Data / Bundles
VerifiedBuy Data
Open Telkom self-service to buy standard bundles and use supported account actions.
*180#Airtime / Recharge
VerifiedRecharge with Voucher
Recharge by replacing PIN with the voucher PIN.
*188*PIN#Number / SIM info
VerifiedCheck My Number
Displays your Telkom mobile number.
*1#Support / Customer care
VerifiedCustomer Care
Call for Telkom technical and account support.
180Find a Telkom Code Quickly
Search by action or code, for example: balance, buy data, support, or a specific shortcode.
Balance
VerifiedCheck Balance
Shows airtime, Anytime data and Night Surfer balances where applicable.
*188#Data / Bundles
VerifiedBuy Data
Open Telkom self-service to buy standard bundles and use supported account actions.
*180#Airtime / Recharge
VerifiedRecharge with Voucher
Recharge by replacing PIN with the voucher PIN.
*188*PIN#Other
VerifiedPlease Call Me
Send a callback request by replacing number with the recipient's mobile number.
*140*number#Number / SIM info
VerifiedCheck My Number
Displays your Telkom mobile number.
*1#Support / Customer care
VerifiedCustomer Care
Call for Telkom technical and account support.
180Promotions
VerifiedMo'Nice Deals
View personalised Telkom data and voice offers available to your line; prices and eligibility vary by customer.
*123#Balance & Account
Data Bundles
Buy Data
VerifiedOpen Telkom self-service to buy standard bundles and use supported account actions.
*180#Airtime & Top-Up
Recharge with Voucher
VerifiedRecharge by replacing PIN with the voucher PIN.
*188*PIN#SIM / Number / Self-Service
Check My Number
VerifiedDisplays your Telkom mobile number.
*1#Help & Customer Care
Customer Care
VerifiedCall for Telkom technical and account support.
180Bonus / Promo / Extras
Mo'Nice Deals
VerifiedView personalised Telkom data and voice offers available to your line; prices and eligibility vary by customer.
*123#How to Use Telkom USSD Codes
USSD codes are short dial commands that open operator menus directly from your phone keypad. They work even when mobile data is off, making them useful for low-data or no-data situations.
In South Africa, USSD remains one of the quickest ways to check balances, buy bundles, and handle urgent line actions without waiting for an app to load.
If a Telkom Code Doesn't Work
- 1. Retry with stable network signal and enough call credit for support numbers.
- 2. Check whether you are on prepaid or contract, because some menus differ by SIM type.
- 3. Use the main self-service menu as a fallback to reach the same action path.
- 4. Try again later if menus are temporarily unavailable during maintenance.
Use *180# for standard bundle and self-service actions, *123# for personalised Mo'Nice offers, and *188# only to check airtime and data balances.
Telkom confirms the *1# number check, *188# balance check and *180# purchase menu in its official USSD guide (checked 5 September 2026).
Related Pages
Telkom USSD FAQ
How do I check data balance on Telkom?
Dial *188# from your Telkom SIM to check data and airtime balances. If your phone has two SIMs, select the Telkom line. For an alternative balance view, use the MyTelkom App.
How do I buy Telkom data bundles via USSD?
Dial *180# to access Telkom bundle purchase menus.
How do I check my Telkom number?
Dial *1# from your Telkom SIM to display your mobile number (MSISDN) and SIM identifier (IMSI). On a dual-SIM phone, choose the Telkom line. Use the mobile number when someone asks for your phone number; the IMSI is a different identifier.
Why does a Telkom code sometimes fail?
Menu flows can vary by tariff/profile. Retry with signal, then use *180# as your main fallback.