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Don't Miss Out! Easily Find Your Telecom Refund

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Created: 2024-11-15

Created: 2024-11-15 03:37

If you have ever changed or canceled your telecom provider, check for a telecom fee refund. This is your chance to recover money you may not have known about.

What is a telecom fee refund?

This refers to the amount that should be returned to the customer, such as overpaid fees, mobile device installment insurance premiums, and facility deposits that occur when a telecom service is canceled.

Why are there refunds?

  • Non-application of discounts: Occurs when discounts are not properly applied when changing plans or applying promotions.
  • Mobile device installment insurance premium: The remaining insurance premium that occurs when the service is canceled while the installment period for the mobile device remains.
  • Facility deposit: Deposit not returned upon cancellation of wired telephone service.

How to check for refunds

How to check for telecom refunds

How to check for telecom refunds

  • e-Hana Citizen Complaint: Inquiry is possible easily with only name and resident registration number, but refund application is not possible.
  • Smart Choice: Allows for immediate refund application after inquiry and provides various unrefunded amount information.

How to use Smart Choice

1. Access the Smart Choice homepage
2. Click "Refund/Benefits" > "Telecom Unrefunded Amount Inquiry" in the top menu
3. Enter personal information and inquire
4. Apply for a refund if you are eligible, following the instructions.

How to receive a refund

  • Refund application: After applying for a refund through Smart Choice, the money will be deposited into the designated account within 2-7 business days.
  • Precautions: The refund process may differ depending on the telecom provider, so please contact the relevant telecom provider's customer center for details.

FAQ

  • How much of a telecom fee refund can I receive? This varies depending on the individual's usage period and plan, so you need to check to find out the exact amount.
  • What documents are needed to receive a refund? Generally, no separate documents are required; the process is completed with only personal information verification.
  • Is a refund possible with all telecom providers? Inquiries are possible with major telecom providers such as KT, SKT, LG Uplus, and SK Broadband.
  • How long does the refund take? If you apply through Smart Choice, it will be deposited within 2-7 business days.
  • Are there cases where there is no refund? Yes, there may be cases where there is no refund depending on the usage period and payment history.

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