Checking Your South Africa TV License Balance Online or via SMS

To check your TV License balance, you have two convenient options: via SMS or online.

Checking TV License Balance via SMS

To receive your TV License balance via SMS:

1. SMS your ID number or TV Licence number to 44210.
2. You will receive your TV Licence balance details promptly via SMS.

Checking TV License Balance Online

To view your TV License balance online, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Television Licence website at www.tvlic.co.za.
2. Click on “Sign In”.
3. Enter your ID number or TV Licence account number and click “Sign In”.
4. Your SABC TV Licence balance will be displayed on the screen.

SABC TV License Banking Details

If you prefer to pay at a bank or ATM, here are the SABC TV Licence banking details:

• ABSA: Account Number: 2840 000 241, Branch No: 632005
• FNB: Account Number: 620 094 349 87, Branch No: 250 655
• Standard Bank: Account Number: 002 351 234, Branch No: 051 001
• Nedbank: Payments can be made over the counter at any Nedbank branch.

For internet or mobile banking payments, use the following details:

• Account Name: TV Licences
• Bank Name: ABSA
• Account No: 4050 720 141
• Branch No: 33 51 05
• Reference No: Use your TV licence account number as your reference.

TV License Requirements in South Africa

How to Cancel Your TV License

If you need to cancel your TV License, follow these steps:

1. Fill out the pro forma affidavit correctly. You can obtain this form at the nearest SABC office.
2. Forward the completed affidavit to info@sabc.co.za as your cancellation request.
3. Alternatively, contact the SABC on 011 330 9555 to initiate the cancellation process.

By following these steps, you can easily manage and maintain your TV License status according to your needs.