How to Register for XL Card for New and Existing Users, Know the Requirements - Steps

Kapanlagi.com - Every prepaid card user is now required to go through a registration process. The government has set this rule in order to suppress fraudulent activities involving phone calls and SMS, which have been rampant. It is important to know that each prepaid card has its own registration procedure. Therefore, it is important to know how to register an XL card, especially for its users.

The process of registering a prepaid card is actually not difficult. Users can do it independently by entering the required personal data. However, registration must be done according to the specified procedure. Otherwise, the registration process may be considered unsuccessful and users will face various consequences.

For XL prepaid cards, there are several ways to register. For more details, check out the following steps to register an XL card that have been summarized by kapanlagi.com from various sources.

1. Consequences If Registration is Not Done

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Prepaid card registration has become a mandatory rule set by the government in Regulation Kominfo No. 12/2016. Therefore, as a mandatory rule, there will certainly be consequences for those who violate or refuse to do so. As quoted from the official website xl.co.id, here are some consequences from XL for users who do not register.

1) Blocking outgoing call services and outgoing text message (SMS) services, if registration or re-registration is not done within 30 days after notification.

2) Blocking incoming call services and incoming text message (SMS) services, if registration or re-registration is not done within 15 days after the first blocking.

3) Blocking internet services if re-registration is not done within 15 days after the service blocking in the second point.

2. Data yang Harus Dipersiapkan

As mentioned earlier, the process of registering an XL card can be done easily. Users simply need to enter the required personal data, namely NIK (National Identification Number) and KK (Family Card) number. Therefore, before starting the registration process, it is advisable to prepare both of these data in advance.

For foreign users, they can still register the card, even without an ID card (KTP) or Family Card (KK). Instead, foreigners can use other official documents such as a Passport, KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit Card), and KITAS (Temporary Stay Permit Card) as substitutes.

3. How to Register a New XL Card

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The first method to register an XL card can be done by sending an SMS according to the specified format. For more details, here is the procedure and format for registering an XL card through SMS.

1) Prepare NIK and KK data

2) Open the SMS application, then type the SMS with the format:

DAFTAR#NIK#NomorKK

(example: DAFTAR#1234567890123456#1234567890123456#)

3) Send it to the number 4444.

4) Wait for further confirmation or notification.

4. How to Register XL Cards for Existing Users

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Not only for new users, the registration rules for prepaid cards also apply to existing XL card users. Existing XL card users can also register their numbers via SMS. However, it should be understood that the registration process for XL cards for existing and new users has slightly different formats. For more details, please refer to the following guide on how to register XL cards for existing users.

1) Prepare NIK data and KK number

2) Open the SMS application, then type the SMS with the format:

ULANG#NIK#KKNumber

(example ULANG#1234567890123456#1234567890123456#)

3) Send to the number 4444.

4) Wait for confirmation or further notification.

5. How to Register XL Cards Directly at Official Stores

In addition to SMS, there is another way to register XL cards. XL card users can register their numbers directly by visiting official XL stores. Make sure to bring personal data such as ID card and KK, and the registration process will be assisted directly by employees or officials from the official XL store.

6. How to Register XL Card for Foreigners

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For XL card users who are foreigners, XL number registration can only be done offline. Users must directly visit the official XL store and bring the required documents, namely Passport, KITAP (Permanent Stay Permit Card), and KITAS (Temporary Stay Permit Card). The registration process will be guided by XL staff.

7. Additional Information Regarding XL Card Registration

According to xl.co.id official website, there is some additional information that XL users need to know regarding the registration process. First, XL may take up to 1x24 hours to validate the data. Therefore, users may wait for notification regarding the success of the registration process. Second, any difficulties or failures in the registration process can also be reported to the call center at 817.

Those are some of the ways to register for an XL card. Hopefully, it is useful and good luck!

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