Vodafone Idea, which used to be two separate operators, merged on August 31, 2018. The combined operator became VI. Vodafone Idea is the third largest telecom operator in India after Jio and Airtel. As reported by India Times in October 2023, VI’s total subscriber base was 225 million, out of which 198 million were active subscribers.
People often want to know about their data balance and validity, and that too without any hassle. The company also pays full attention to providing all the facilities to its consumers, whether it is a data pack alert or validity. However, since the unlimited calling system became popular, the balance is not as important as it used to be. There are free local and STD calls, so no one has to worry about anything. Here are all the options to know Vodafone’s balance, data, and validity.
How to Check (Vodafone Idea) VI Balance via SMS
Short message service (SMS) is the most basic thing in a mobile phone. You can check the balance in simple steps by sending an SMS to the number 144. Let’s see the format:
SMS ‘BAL’ to 144
You will receive a message with all the required details.
How to Check VI balance via USSD Code
Like other operators, Vi has also set short codes for checking balance. USSD codes are very handy and quick responsive. All you have to do is dial the code 1992*2*1# and all the details regarding your main balance and validity will be shown.
1992*2*1# ussd code is to know your prepaid data pack balance.
List of Other USSD codes for VI
Here are the list of other USSD codes to know different features. Here are other USSD codes you can use depending on your needs.
| USSD code | Description |
| *199*2*1# | To Check Main Balance |
| *199*2*2# | To Check Data Balance/Usage |
| *199*1*3# | 4G/3G/2G Internet Recharge Offers |
| *199*1*6# | For Chhota Credit |
| *199*1*7# | Recharge Offers |
| *199*1*8# | Voice, SMS, Roaming Offers |
| *199*3*1# | To Activate Vodafone VAS Service |
| *199*3*2# | To Deactivate Vodafone VAS Service |
| *199*4# | Get Vi App |
| *199*2*3# | Last 3 Calls and SMS Details |
| *199*2*4# | Last 3 VAS Deduction |
| *199*2*5# | Emergency Talktime Credit Loan |
| *199*3*3# | Activate or Change Caller Tune |
| *199*5*2# | Unlimited Recharge Pack Offers |
| *199*5*3# | Combo Recharge Offers |
| *1995*4# | Data Recharge Offers |
| *199*5*5# | International Roaming Recharge Offers |
| *199*5*6# | SMS Recharge Offers |
How to Check VI balance via Using Vi APP
You can check the balance and validity of your Vi number with a single Tap using vi app. For this, you have to do following:
- Download the Vi app from the Google Play Store or App Store.
- Install and Open the Vi app on your smartphone.
- Log in with the help of an OTP – do this with the prepaid number whose balance you want to know.
- The home screen shows your main balance and validity
- If both your SIMs are from Vi, you can also manage two accounts on the same phone number, both the balance and validity will be shown there.
How to Check VI (Vodafone Idea) balance via Whatsapp
To check the balance on WhatsApp, you have to add the number 9654297000 to your contact list.
- Open a new chat and send a message like “hello”.
- An auto-response will come for Menu.
- After selecting prepaid, a menu option will open with many options. Click on balance.
- Another message will come. Reply 1 to check my balance.
- Here, there will be an authentication in which you will be given an option of SMS and email for OTP. Confirm the OTP.
- When you confirm, all the details of your prepaid number will come, including data balance and validity. And how much rollover data is there too.
This is an easy way to know the data, balance, and validity of your Vi number
How to Check VI (Vodafone Idea) Balance Via IVR
Interactive voice response service, which we generally call IVR. You can also check Vi balance with the help of IVR,
- You have to dial 199 from your Vi prepaid number.
- Select the language from Hindi or English. That language will set as default for your communication.
- Then you can select the option. Whatever you want to check like data usage, main balance or how many days of prepaid validity is left.
These are all popular ways through which you can get information about your Vodafone Idea prepaid numbers’ balance, data, and validity without any problem. We hope you liked this blog post. Join us on twitter for more mobile technology blogs content. This will surely add some value in your knowledge.
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