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Prepaid Electricity

Living in Bali August 28, 2020
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Manage your electricity, your way

 

With prepaid electricity, every customer can control their electricity usage according to their needs and abilities.

 

Similar to topping up phone credits, the prepaid electricity system requires customers to purchase tokens in advance, which are essentially electric recharge vouchers consisting of a 20-digit number. These tokens can be obtained from banks, ATMs, or online utility bill payment counters. 

 

To use them, customers input the 20-digit token number into a specialized device called a kWh Meter with Prepaid Meter using a provided keypad. The meter's screen displays vital information, allowing customers to monitor their electricity consumption effectively:

 

- Information on the amount of electrical energy (kWh) entered.

- The amount of electrical energy (kWh) already in use.

- The real-time electrical energy consumption.

- The remaining electrical energy.

 

When the stored electrical energy in the meter is running low, the meter signals this immediately. Thus, customers can always keep track of their electricity usage in real time, giving them complete control over their consumption.

 

Advantages of Prepaid Electricity:

 

1. Easier Control: With electronic prepaid meters, customers can monitor their daily electricity consumption closely. The display on the meter shows the remaining kWh, empowering customers to manage their usage effectively.

 

2. Budget-Friendly: Prepaid electricity offers voucher values ranging from Rp 20,000 to Rp 1,000,000. This flexibility allows customers to align their electricity spending with their budget and needs, providing greater control over family finances.

 

3. No Late Payment Penalties: Say goodbye to extra costs due to late payments. Prepaid electricity eliminates the burden of additional charges associated with overdue electric bills.

 

4. Increased Privacy: For those who value privacy, prepaid electricity meters automatically record electricity usage, reducing the need for house visits from service personnel. This leads to more accurate meter readings with no recording errors.

 

5. Convenient Access: Prepaid electricity vouchers are widely accessible, with over 30,000 ATMs across Indonesia offering them. They are also available through online electrical outlets.

 

6. Ideal for Rental Properties: Owners of rental properties can benefit significantly from prepaid electricity, ensuring that tenants take responsibility for their electricity bills and adapt their usage to their needs.

 

What Is an Electricity Refill?

 

An electricity refill consists of a 20-digit number used to recharge prepaid electricity meters. Refill values are available in various denominations, including Rp 20,000, Rp 50,000, Rp 100,000, Rp 250,000, Rp 500,000, and Rp 1,000,000.

 

Where Can You Buy Electricity Refills?

 

Customers can conveniently purchase prepaid tokens (electric refill vouchers) with denominations ranging from Rp. 20,000 to Rp. 1,000,000 through various channels, including:

 

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Refilling your electricity is even more convenient with a mobile app.

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- Convenient stores like Indomaret, Alfamart, etc.

- PLN Mobile which you can download at Google Playstore or App Store

- Payment Counters at Online Banking Partners' Banks

- Bank Bukopin (ATMs, SMS Banking, Tellers)

- Bank BPRKS (EDC, ATMs, ADM, Internet Banking)

- Bank Danamon

- Bank Danamon Syariah

- Bank BNI (ATMs)

- Bank Mandiri (ATMs, banking app)

- Bank BRI

- Bank NISP (ATMs)

- Bank BCA (ATMs)

 

To purchase tokens through outlets, follow these steps:

 

1. Visit your chosen token purchase service at an outlet.

2. Present your meter ID or meter serial number to the operator.

3. Specify the desired nominal value of the electricity refill, e.g., Rp. 100,000.

4. You will receive a receipt with a 20-digit code that you will input into your meter.

 

How to Refill Electricity at ATMs:

 

For customers who prefer ATMs, here are the steps for refilling electricity at various banks' ATMs:

 

ATM Mandiri:

a. Select "Pembayaran/Pembelian" (Payment/Purchase).

b. Choose "Multi Payment."

c. Enter "30300" as the code.

d. Input your 11-digit meter number.

e. Specify the desired nominal value.

f. Print the receipt.

 

ATM BCA:

a. Choose "Transaksi Lainnya" (Other Transactions).

b. Select "Voucher isi Ulang" (Recharge Voucher).

c. Then, choose "Lainnya" (Others).

d. Opt for "PLN Prepaid."

e. Enter your 11-digit meter number.

f. Choose the nominal voucher value.

g. Press "Benar / Salah" (Correct / Incorrect).

h. Print the receipt.

 

ATM BNI:

a. Select "Pembayaran" (Payment).

b. Choose "PLN."

c. Then, choose "PLN PRABAYAR."

d. Opt for "Pembelian Token" (Voucher Purchase).

e. Input your 11-digit meter number (add "0" in front).

f. Choose "0" as the nominal value.

g. Choose the desired nominal.

h. Print the receipt.

 

ATM Bukopin:

a. Choose "ISI ULANG PULSA DAN LISTRIK" (Top-Up Credit and Electricity).

b. Opt for "LISTRIK / PLN."

c. Input your 11-digit meter number.

d. Specify the desired nominal value.

e. Print the receipt.

 

ATM NISP:

a. Select "MENU LAINNYA" (Other Menus).

b. Choose "PULSA ISI ULANG DAN PLN" (Top-Up Credit and PLN).

c. Opt for "PLN PRABAYAR" (Prepaid PLN).

d. Enter your 11-digit meter number.

e. Choose the desired nominal value.

f. Print the receipt.

 

ATM BRI:

a. Choose "Transaksi Lainnya" (Other Transactions).

b. Opt for "Pembayaran" (Payment).

c. Select "PLN" (PLN Prepaid).

d. Then, choose "Prabayar" (Prepaid).

e. Input your 11-digit meter number.

f. Press "Benar/Salah" (Correct/Incorrect).

g. Choose the nominal Token / Voucher.

h. Press "Benar / Salah" (Correct / Incorrect).

i. Print the receipt.

 

This sums up everything you need to know about prepaid electricity, which is becoming increasingly popular in Indonesia. Not only is it practical, but it also allows you to have complete control over your electricity expenditure, which is not only budget-friendly but also environmentally friendly

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