Last Updated on July 14, 2025 by admin
Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) codes play a pivotal role in mobile telecommunication services, and their importance cannot be overstated, particularly in regions like South Africa.
These codes, executed by dialing a sequence starting typically with an asterisk (*) and ending with a hash (#), provide a simple yet effective means for users to interact with their mobile service providers without the need for a smartphone or internet connection.
USSD codes are instrumental in offering a wide array of services, from checking account balances and redeeming airtime to subscribing to promotional offers and accessing customer service.
For Vodacom South Africa, these codes help bridge the digital divide, ensuring both urban and rural customers can manage their accounts with ease. Additionally, they facilitate real-time, interactive communication between users and service providers, providing immediate feedback without incurring costs tied to data usage.
This immediacy and cost-effectiveness enhance user convenience, empowering customers to efficiently handle their telecom needs. By simplifying complex transactions into a matter of pressing a few buttons, USSD codes exemplify the marriage of tradition and technology, playing an indispensable role in the daily lives of millions across South Africa.
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Benefits
The telecom giant offers a range of USSD codes that provide users with easy access to various services without the need for an internet connection. These codes are particularly beneficial for users in rural areas where internet access may be limited. By using USSD codes, users can perform tasks such:
- Balance Enquiries:
- Recharge Airtime:Buy Data Bundles:
- Transfer Airtime:
- Call Me Back Service:
- Data Services:
- Customer Care:
All Vodacom South Africa USSD Services
Here’s your go-to guide for Vodacom South Africa USSD codes—perfect for managing your mobile services without needing data or an app:
Account & Balance
| Service | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Main services menu | *135# |
| Check airtime balance | *136# |
| Check data balance | *135# → Select “Data” |
| Check your Vodacom number | *135*501# |
Recharge & Credit
| Service | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Recharge with voucher | *136*01*VoucherPIN# |
| Airtime advance (borrow) | *135*082# |
| Transfer airtime | *135*072# |
| Request airtime (Please Recharge Me) | *140*02*RecipientNumber# |
Data & Bundles
| Service | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Buy data bundles | *135*1002# |
| Transfer data | *135*1002# |
Call & Messaging
| Service | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Send Please Call Me | *140*RecipientNumber# |
| Customize Call Me settings | *140# |
Tariff & Plan Management
| Service | USSD Code |
|---|---|
| Change tariff plan | *128# |
Other Useful Codes:
- *135*082#: Airtime Advance (check if you qualify for a small airtime loan).
- *120#: Check WASP (Wireless Application Service Provider) subscriptions.
- *#06#: View your device IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity).
- *111*501#: View your own MSISDN (mobile number).
- *135# (and follow prompts): Change your tariff plan.
- 132: Access your voicemail.
“Please Call Me” and “Please Recharge Me”:
- *140*MSISDN#: Send a “Please Call Me” message to another mobile number (MSISDN is the recipient’s phone number).
- *140#: Customize your “Please Call Me” texts and other related settings.
- *140*02*MSISDN#: Request airtime from another Vodacom user.
Data Transfer
You can share your data bundle with another Vodacom number.
How toYou can share your transfer:
- Dial
*135#→ Select “Data” → “For another number” - Enter the recipient’s Vodacom number and choose the bundle
- Or use the My Vodacom App under Buy Bundles
Airtime Transfer
Dial *135# and select “Airtime Services” → “For another number
Enter the recipient’s Vodacom number and choose the airtime
How to Borrow Airtime from Vodacom
- Dial
*135#from your Vodacom SIM. - Select “Airtime Services” or “More”, then choose “Borrow Airtime”.
- Pick the amount you want (e.g., R5, R10, R20).
- Confirm the transaction.
How to Borrow Data from Vodacom
- Dial
*135#or*135*082#. - Choose “Airtime & Transfers”, then select “Data Advance”.
- Pick a data bundle based on what you qualify for (e.g., 25MB for R4, 75MB for R10, 300MB for R19).
- Confirm the request.
These codes are especially handy if you’re on prepaid, but many also work for contract customers. For a full menu of services, just dial *135#—it’s your one-stop shortcut.
Vodacom SA customer care number
You can reach Vodacom South Africa customer care 24/7 through these numbers:
General Support
- From a Vodacom phone: Dial 135
- From other networks (within South Africa): Call 082 135
- From outside South Africa: Dial +27 82 135
Specialized Support
- Repairs & device issues: 082 1944
- Vodacom Fibre support: 082 1904
- Cancellations: 082 1958
- Business support: 082 1960
You can also email them at customercare@vodacom.co.za or use live chat
