Top up credit refill service - now launched

Newly launched MobileTopup.com is the best place to topup you Thai SIM online.

Some of the features:

• New pricing - low 4% fee
• Reoccurring monthly billing 
• Fast - Saves you time and hassle
• New Thai Baht credit card processor

Is it for you?

If you are one of the 80 million people who have a Thai prepaid SIM card, you're going to need topup credit in order to pay for 3G / 4G Data, Voice and SMS.  Usually what you want to do is top of your mobile phone and then purchase a data plan.  Some countries have the idea of buying or adding minutes to your phone.  In Thailand the concept is more akin to adding money to your mobile wallet.  Once you have money on your mobile wallet, you can then purchase a data plan or even a calling or SMS plan.   The reason purchasing a data plan is a good idea because the all a cart usage of data is quite expensive.  You will pay approximately one Baht per megabyte, without a data plan.  That means one gigabyte would cost 1,000 THB.  If you bought a package of 1 GB it would cost you around 200 or 300 THB.

What is recurring billing?

As users move from voice and SMS services to purely data packages your monthly bill will become fixed at the price of your data package.  Mobiletopup.com has a feature that allows you to send the exact same amount the phone number of your choice each month.  Once you set up a monthly reoccurring billing profile your card on file will be charged on the date specified each month.  

Why bother with Post-Paid?

Postpaid contrast involve credit card authorizations and permits and open access to your credit card.  Basically you are giving the telecom company rights to charge you any amount that shows up on your bill whether it's correct or not.  With reoccurring prepaid billing you do not need to go to the hassles or risks of setting up a contract and billing arrangement with the mobile operator.  Once you set up your reoccurring billing profile mobiletopup.com, your phone will receive credit each month to pay for your data package.  

Moving to data only

Today it is almost possible to use a data only contract.  By data only we mean that voice calls and any messages are sent through data networks instead of through the cellular networks of the past.  If you're using FaceTime, Skype, Whatsapp, Line or Telegram, you are using voice and messaging through your data package.   Google's Fi project is an example of a great implementation of pay for what you use data and hopefully we'll see implemented all around the world. 

Top Up Online vs Refill On Mobile

One of the ways you can top up your Thai mobile phone anywhere in Thailand or the world, is having credit sent from one phone to another. DTAC, TRUE and AIS all have this service, but they call it different things. Here's how it works to add credit to your Thai GSM pre-paid phone:

1. You tell the merchant the amount starting at 10 Baht (and pay them).
2. You give them your (correct) phone number.
3. They enter your number and amount into their phone and send.
4. You both receive a confirmation SMS telling you the credit has been added.

This service is really easy, offers flexible amounts, and saves paper.
DTAC has a great promotion on now, where if you top up 800 baht, they will give you 900 baht. Just like that. Try it here.

Another great feature is that you can send top up as a gift. Send to your friend, in another city, or country. It's also a great way to top up sim cards being used for data in an iPad, GSM modem or GSM GPS device. No need to take out the SIM to top up, just send credit directly to the phone number.

Want to try the service now? You can do it online now using Paypal or a credit card. Visit MobileTopup.com

If you need to describe it:

• DTAC calls it: Happy Online or Top Up Online
• AIS calls it: Refill on Mobile (ROM)
• TRUE calls it: TrueMove top up

Get a Thai SIM card before your trip

When traveling to Thailand, it’s very easy to get a Thai SIM card and have your own Thai phone number. If you currently use an unlocked GSM phone, you can replace your existing SIM card with a Thai SIM card and you will be connected with the Thai GSM network. While in Thailand you will be able to make local calls at local rates, send SMS, MMS and use GPRS and EDGE data services. If you DO NOT use a Thai local SIM, you can still use your phone and original phone number in Thailand, but you will be roaming and be subject to HIGH international roaming charges. While this is fine for some people, having a local SIM is an advantage because you can feel free to use your phone at affordable rates without worry of a high phone bill when you return to your country.

Order a Thai SIM here.

Here are some reasons to have a local Thai SIM when traveling to Thailand:

• Emergencies. With your phone on roaming, you will not be able to call the emergency numbers in Thailand. (Emergency: 191)
• Call 4 digit hotlines. Many major services like airlines, hotels, and tourist service offer a 4 digit number to call. (Tourist Police: 1155)
• Incoming calls are free. Leave your number with local friends or travel agents and have no fear they will cost you money by calling.
• Incoming texts are free. More businesses are using SMS to send confirmations. Make sure you can receive them easily.
• Internet access. Using GPRS or EDGE on your phone, you can be online and check email anywhere in Thailand.
• Connect with the locals. It’s impolite to ask a local person to call you on your International number. Save them the hassle and expense.
• Pre-Paid Don’t worry about running up a big bill. Just add what you need, and if you need more, add more credit.

Sounds good, how do I get a Thai SIM card?

You can buy a Thai SIM card at any convenience store in Thailand, so getting one is not hard if you are already in Thailand. But in case you want to be prepared and save yourself some hassle, we suggest buying a SIM card before you go. Here are a few reasons you may want to get your SIM card in advance.

• Tell friends, neighbors and relatives your Thai local number in advance of your trip.
• Call taxi, hotel or friends as soon as you land.
• Get the right SIM. We currently stock hard to find 1 year validity SIM cards, perfect for travelers. Most SIM cards will expire after 30 days of no use or no credit refill. Our current SIM cards are good for 1 year on each top up, and need only one call made every 3 months.
• Get online access right away. Once you buy your number, you can go online send a SMS message, check your balance, change the promotion and turn on roaming – all before you get your SIM card.
• Be sure you will have access to email and the internet. Upon landing, you can use your Thai SIM to connect to GPRS/EDGE and get your email, tweets or facebook updates.

We suggest you follow these smart travel steps:

1. 15 to 30 days before your trip, order a Thai SIM card.
2. When your SIM arrives, put it your phone and test that it works with your local network.
3. Send a test text message to a local friend or family member. This will help you test the service and also provide them with your Thai number.
4. Share your number with those who you would like to keep in touch with.
5. When you land on the ground in Thailand, you can insert your Thai SIM and begin using your phone at local rates.

Refiling your pre-paid credit is easy. Once you are in Thailand you can purchase top up credit at any convenience store or mall. Of course you can also purchase online from ThaiPrePaidCard.com.

Other Features:

• World wide shipping is free.
• Fast – No registration required check out.
• Shipped from Thailand.
• 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you are not happy with your purchase we will refund the amount paid for your Thailand SIM card. Simply return the unused card for a full refund. (refund does not include shipping)
• Outgoing local calls are 2-4 baht per minute.

Buy at ThaiPrePaidCard.com

A few DTAC Happy codes

• Check your call credit: Keypress: *101*9#
  
  
• Check your GPRS/EDGE/3G credit: Keypress: *101*4*9#
  
  
• Check your SMS credit: Keypress: *101*2*9#
  
  
• Send money from PostPaid phone to a prepaid Happy phone: IVR: *1411 Keypress: *141*happy_number*amount# Amounts: 20, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500
  
  
• Wrong number Refund service: IVR:*1011 Keypress:*111*9#
  
  
• Call me back if your number is suspended: IVR:*1490 Keypress: *149*10_digits_number_you_want_to_contact#
  

ThaiPrepaidCard.com

EDIT: ThaiPrepaidCard.com is now MobileTopup.com

A bit about ThaiPrepaidCard.com. No matter you call it: a top up card, voucher, recharge, adding minutes, pay as you go credit, load, or refill - you can do it in an instant. With Paypal, you can have a top up code sent to your phone in seconds, with no other registration needed. Users of AIS 12 Call, DTAC Happy, and True Move can use this service anywhere in the world.
Features:

• Instant delivery to your inbox
• No registration required if you already have Paypal
• Top up without calling, just enter the code
• Coupon codes available for discounts
• 300 and 100 Baht amounts available 

7-11 may be cheaper, but ThaiPrepaidCard.com sure is more convenient.  Top up your gsm phone without ever leaving your chair.

Launch of thaiprepaidcard.com

thaiprepaidcard.com will be the new home of this blog. This site will stay as is, but updates will happen on the new site.

DTAC Happy 300 Baht Top Up Load Pre-Paid Card

DTAC Happy 300 Baht Top Up Load Pre-Paid Card.

If you have an DTAC pre-paid sim card, this is the online recharge service for you. Using PayPal, you can instantly order refill credit for your DTAC Happy sim card. Credit extends validity and give you credit for talk time, sms, and GPRS.

New: Pay With Liberty Reserve!

Top up instructions:

Press * 100 * Top-Up Code #

1. Press *1000
2. Wait for the voice prompt to enter Top-Up Code.

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