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To check your own cellphone number in South Africa, open your phone’s dialler and use the code for your network. Press Call after entering the code. If you have two SIMs, select the one whose number you want to check.
Quick codes for Vodacom, MTN, Telkom and Cell C
Network |
What to dial |
What to do next |
|---|---|---|
*135*501# |
Your number should appear on screen. |
|
*123*888# |
Your number should appear on screen. |
|
*1# |
If you see two identifiers, look for the mobile number labelled MSISDN. |
|
*147# |
Open the self-service menu and look for an option to view your number. |
How to check without dialling a code
- Check your phone settings. On an iPhone, look under Settings → Apps → Phone → My Number. On Android, look under Settings → About phone or SIM status. Some phones show “Unknown” for a SIM.
- Open your network’s app. If you’re already signed in, check your profile or account details over Wi-Fi.
- Call or SMS someone nearby. If your SIM can make calls or send texts, ask them to read back the number shown on their phone.
What if the code doesn’t work?
Check that you used the right SIM, included the final # and have mobile reception. If the SIM is new, check whether it’s active and look for the cellphone number on the starter pack.
Using a different provider? See the separate guides for FNB Connect and Afrihost Mobile.
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Posted : 14/11/2026 12:12 pm