upgrade your phone

If you're on the hunt for the hunkiest handset, then step right up. Compare phones, search by manufacturer and find the phone that makes you drool.

value added services

<b>C-Cover</b> - subscribe to C-cover and you will be covered for cellphone theft, unauthorized calls and loss of your Cell Phone. <b>SMS packs</b> - add a pack to your existing contract to receive a fixed number of sms messages a month.
SMS packs - add a pack to your existing contract to receive a fixed number of sms messages a month.

how do I apply for an upgrade?

The Fine Print

  • Your account must be up-to-date with no defaults in the last 3 months unless the defaults are due to no fault on your part.
  • Your number must have been active (made a billable voice or data call/SMS) in the last 3 months prior to the application.
  • The person who signed the original Subscriber Agreement Form is the only person who can sign the Upgrade Addendum form.
  • You must produce proof of identity at the time of the application or confirm sale by reading the declaration.
  • You are entitled to any upgrade offer available at Cell C pertaining to your tariff plan at the time.
  • All Cell C service providers must ensure that before you leave the store, they need to test the handset and ensure a call is made to your new handset.
  • You may migrate to a higher tariff plan and take advantage of the prevailing handset deal.
  • Should you wish to migrate downwards, the downward fee will be waived due
    to re-signing of a 12 or 24 month contract.
  • Important: The remaining months of the existing contract must be completed before the new contract starts.
  • All corporate customers must complete one addendum accompanied by a company letter head with a list of all the contact details that require a contract renewal, signed by an authorised signatory.
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Step 1:

Register your details at any Cell C store or participating outlet that sells Cell C.


Step 2:

Insert your SIM card into your cellphone and your cellphone number will be SMS‘d to you.


Step 3:

Recharge your prepaid account by purchasing a Cell C recharge voucher, and dialing *102*PIN#(greenphone).