Batelco (Bahrain Telecommunications Company) is the premier telecommunications provider in Bahrain, established in 1981. It is a publicly traded company with the Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company as its largest shareholder. Batelco offers a wide range of services including mobile, broadband, and fixed-line services. The company has been at the forefront of technological advancements, providing 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G services, along with VoLTE (Voice over LTE) and VoNR (Voice over New Radio) technologies. Batelco also supports eSIM technology, allowing users to activate a mobile plan without a physical SIM card.
Key Technologies and Innovations
- 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G Services: Comprehensive mobile network coverage.
- VoLTE and VoNR: Enhanced voice quality and faster call setup times.
- eSIM Support: Convenient activation of mobile plans without physical SIM cards.
- bwallet: A digital mobile wallet offering peer-to-peer money transfers and international mobile top-ups.
Popular and Useful USSD Codes for Batelco
Here is a detailed list of the most popular and useful USSD codes for Batelco, including their descriptions and Arabic translations:
- Check Balance
- Code: 12260#
- Description: Check your remaining balance for prepaid numbers.
- Arabic: تحقق من الرصيد المتبقي لرقم الدفع المسبق.
- Check Data Balance
- Code: 8881*1#
- Description: Check your remaining data balance.
- Arabic: تحقق من رصيد البيانات المتبقي.
- Check Number
- Code: *751#
- Description: Check your Batelco prepaid number.
- Arabic: تحقق من رقم الدفع المسبق الخاص بك.
- Transfer Credit
- Code: Send “T” to 88188
- Description: Transfer credit to another Batelco number.
- Arabic: تحويل الرصيد إلى رقم بتلكو آخر.
- Call Me Service
- Code: Send “c” to 88333
- Description: Request a friend or family member to call you.
- Arabic: طلب من صديق أو أحد أفراد العائلة الاتصال بك.
- Refill Me Service
- Code: Send “r” to 88333
- Description: Request a friend or family member to refill your prepaid number.
- Arabic: طلب من صديق أو أحد أفراد العائلة إعادة تعبئة رقم الدفع المسبق الخاص بك.
- SimSim Weekly Package
- Code: Send “W1” to 88188 or dial *200#
- Description: Subscribe to the SimSim Weekly Package.
- Arabic: الاشتراك في باقة سيم سيم الأسبوعية.
- SimSim Monthly Package
- Code: Send “M6” to 88188 or dial *660#
- Description: Subscribe to the SimSim Monthly Package.
- Arabic: الاشتراك في باقة سيم سيم الشهرية.
- Check SimSim Free Minutes Balance (Weekly)
- Code: 122109#
- Description: Check free minutes balance for the weekly package.
- Arabic: تحقق من رصيد الدقائق المجانية للباقة الأسبوعية.
- Check SimSim Free Minutes Balance (Monthly)
- Code: 122110#
- Description: Check free minutes balance for the monthly package.
- Arabic: تحقق من رصيد الدقائق المجانية للباقة الشهرية.
Mobile Money and Financial Services Codes
Batelco offers mobile financial services through its bwallet platform. Here are some key USSD codes and services:
- bwallet Registration
- Code: 8881*2#
- Description: Register for bwallet services.
- Arabic: التسجيل في خدمات bwallet.
- International Money Transfer
- Description: Send money to bank accounts, eWallets, or individuals in various countries.
- Arabic: إرسال الأموال إلى الحسابات المصرفية أو المحافظ الإلكترونية أو الأفراد في مختلف البلدان.
- International Mobile Top-Up
- Description: Top up any international prepaid mobile phone account.
- Arabic: إعادة تعبئة أي حساب هاتف محمول مدفوع مسبقًا دوليًا.
APN Settings for Mobile Internet
To access mobile internet on Batelco, use the following APN settings:
- Name: Batelco
- APN: internet.batelco.com
- Proxy: Not Set
- Port: Not Set
- Username: Not Set
- Password: Not Set
- Server: Not Set
- MMSC: Not Set
- MMS Proxy: Not Set
- MMS Port: Not Set
- MCC: 426
- MNC: 01
- Authentication Type: Not Set
- APN Type: default
- APN Protocol: IPv4
- APN Roaming Protocol: IPv4
- Bearer: Unspecified
- MVNO Type: None
- MVNO Value: Not Set
Customer Care Contact Information
For any inquiries or support, you can contact Batelco’s customer care:
- Customer Care Phone Number: 196
- WhatsApp Support: +973 32111888
- Email: digital.care@btc.com.bh
Batelco continues to lead the telecommunications market in Bahrain with its innovative services and extensive network coverage. Whether you need to check your balance, transfer credit, or access mobile internet, Batelco provides a range of USSD codes and services to meet your needs. Their commitment to technological advancements ensures that customers enjoy seamless connectivity and convenience.
