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Short Code 480 – Service Description

480 is Airtel’s unified platform for Value-Added Services (VAS) activation, providing customers with easy access to a wide range of premium lifestyle and entertainment services through a single short code. By simply dialing *480#, Airtel subscribers can explore and activate curated offers tailored to their preferences — all from one convenient menu.

FAQs

*480# is a USSD short code that serves as Airtel’s one-stop platform for all Value-Added Services (VAS). Customers can use it to explore and activate a variety of entertainment, lifestyle, and utility services.

You can access telemedicine, games, lottery services, entertainment content, educational tools, and other lifestyle-based offers — all tailored to your preferences.

Simply dial *480# from your Airtel line and follow the on-screen instructions.

No. The *480# menu is available through USSD, so it does not require an internet connection.

Accessing the USSD menu is free, but subscription charges apply only when you activate a specific service. The applicable price for each offer will be displayed before you confirm activation.

Unsubscription is done through a separate USSD menu.

To manage or deactivate any active VAS subscription, dial *305# and follow the prompts to view and unsubscribe from services.

No, only prepaid Airtel customers can access and use *480# to explore available offers.

Yes. Offers on *480# are regularly updated to provide fresh and relevant deals that match customer interests and seasonal campaigns.

Yes, the service is available to all Airtel customers across the country.

If you encounter any issues accessing the service or activating an offer, you can contact Airtel Customer Care by dialing 300 or visiting the nearest Airtel service center.