Last checked: 13 September 2026, against BluAdvance’s FAQ, the BluAdvance homepage. USSDCode.co.za is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the provider on this page.
Quick Answer
The Blu Advance USSD code is
*130*6266#. BluAdvance, from Blue Label Telecoms, uses it for prepaid electricity advances: you get an electricity token now and repay it automatically at your next meter recharge. The same code also retrieves your last token and shows your transaction history.
What You Can Do With Blu Advance
- Get a prepaid electricity advance of R20, R30 or R50.
- Retrieve your last electricity token.
- View your advance transaction history.
BluAdvance’s official site describes electricity advances only. We found no official BluAdvance airtime or data advance, so be cautious of codes that claim one.
How to Use the USSD Service
- Have your prepaid electricity meter number ready.
- Dial
*130*6266#(BluAdvance describes it as free to dial). - Follow the menu to request an advance and choose an amount you qualify for.
- Enter the token you receive on your meter keypad.
- When you next buy electricity through a Blu Approved channel, the advance and fee are deducted automatically.
Popular Tasks and Shortcuts
| Task | Route |
|---|---|
| Get an electricity advance | *130*6266# |
| Retrieve your last token | *130*6266# |
| Compare electricity advance options | Electricity advance guide |
| Eskom electricity advance searches | Eskom electricity advance |
Fees, Limits and Availability
| Item | What BluAdvance states |
|---|---|
| Service fee | R5 per advance |
| Advance amounts | R20, R30 or R50, including the fee |
| Eligibility | At least 3 months using Blu Approved products, an average spend of R20 or more a month on electricity, and at least 2 top-ups a month |
| Repayment | Automatically at your next meter recharge through a Blu Approved channel |
| Limit growth | Your limit can increase with usage and repayment history |
| Where approved purchases count | Banking apps and retailers including Spar, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Flash and Kazang |
Troubleshooting and Official Alternatives
- Not offered an advance: you may not yet meet the purchase-history requirements.
- BluAdvance support on WhatsApp: 065 190 6266.
- Buy a normal token through your bank’s USSD menu if you cannot get an advance.
- Dial the code yourself from your own phone. Never dial a code someone sends you by SMS, WhatsApp or social media.
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