How to Pay DStv and GOtv From Your Phone in Nigeria
You no longer need to visit a physical vendor every time your DStv or GOtv subscription is due. With your smartphone, you can pay for your subscription, renew an expired package, check your account and manage your TV service from almost anywhere.
Both DStv and GOtv provide mobile options for customers, while bill-payment apps such as Inlomax also make it possible to handle TV subscriptions alongside other everyday payments.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to pay DStv and GOtv from your phone in Nigeria, including how to use Inlomax and the official platforms.
What You Need Before Paying
Before starting your payment, keep the following information available:
- Your DStv Smartcard/IUC number or GOtv IUC number
- Your preferred subscription package
- A smartphone with internet access
- Enough money in your chosen payment method
- Your phone number or account details where required
Always double-check the Smartcard or IUC number before confirming a payment.
How to Pay DStv From Your Phone With Inlomax
Inlomax provides cable TV subscription payments, including DStv. Its current pricing page lists DStv packages such as Padi, Yanga, Confam, Compact, Compact Plus and Premium.
Follow these steps:
1. Download the Inlomax App
Install Inlomax on your smartphone.
iPhone:
Download Inlomax on the App Store
Android:
Download Inlomax on Google Play
2. Create an Account or Log In
Open the app and sign in to your Inlomax account.
If you are a new user, create an account and complete the required steps.
3. Fund Your Inlomax Wallet
Make sure you have enough money in your wallet before making the TV subscription payment.
4. Select TV Subscription
From the available services, select the option for TV Subscription and choose DStv.
5. Enter Your DStv Details
Enter the correct DStv Smartcard or account number.
Review the details carefully before continuing.
6. Choose Your DStv Package
Select the package you want to pay for.
Inlomax currently lists packages including:
- Padi
- Yanga
- Confam
- Compact
- Compact Plus
- Premium
- HD package options
Prices can change, so check the current amount shown in the app before completing your payment.
7. Confirm the Payment
Review your account number, package and amount, then confirm the transaction.
Once the payment is successful, keep your transaction confirmation.
How to Pay GOtv From Your Phone With Inlomax
You can also use Inlomax to pay for a GOtv subscription.
The current Inlomax pricing page lists GOtv packages including Smallie, Jinja, Jolli, Max and Supa.
The process is similar:
- Open the Inlomax app.
- Log in to your account.
- Fund your wallet if necessary.
- Select TV Subscription.
- Choose GOtv.
- Enter your GOtv IUC number.
- Select your preferred GOtv package.
- Confirm the amount.
- Complete the payment.
- Save the transaction confirmation.
How to Pay DStv Directly From Your Phone
If you prefer using DStv’s official platform, you can use the MyDStv App or DStv Self Service.
DStv says its mobile and online payment options allow customers to pay for their own subscription or make a payment for someone else.
The MyDStv App also supports subscription payments, package changes and error management.
The general process is:
- Open the MyDStv App.
- Sign in with your account details.
- Select Pay or Pay Now.
- Check the amount due.
- Select your payment method.
- Enter the required payment details.
- Confirm the transaction.
- Wait for the payment confirmation.
How to Pay GOtv Directly From Your Phone
GOtv also provides mobile payment options through its official platforms.
The MyGOtv App allows customers to make payments, check their balance, change packages and manage account errors. GOtv also provides Self Service access through a cellphone, tablet or computer.
To pay through the official GOtv platform:
- Open the MyGOtv App or GOtv Self Service.
- Log in to your account.
- Select Pay Now.
- Select Pay if an amount is due.
- Choose your preferred payment provider.
- Select your payment method.
- Enter the requested details.
- Continue with the payment.
- Wait for the successful payment notification.
Can You Pay for Someone Else’s DStv or GOtv?
Yes. This can be useful when you want to help a family member, friend or customer renew their subscription.
DStv and GOtv both provide options for paying another person’s account.
You simply need to make sure you have the correct Smartcard or IUC number before making the payment.
What If the Subscription Has Already Expired?
You can still make a payment to renew the subscription.
For DStv, the official platform supports payment and reconnection options. The MyDStv App also provides self-service features for reconnecting accounts and clearing certain errors.
GOtv similarly provides payment and reconnection options through its Self Service platform and MyGOtv App.
If your decoder remains disconnected after payment, follow the relevant self-service instructions rather than repeatedly making another payment.
How to Avoid Payment Mistakes
Before completing your DStv or GOtv payment, check these details:
- Smartcard/IUC number: Make sure every digit is correct.
- Package: Confirm that you selected the package you actually want.
- Amount: Check the payment amount before confirming.
- Account details: Make sure the payment is going to the intended decoder.
- Transaction status: Don’t immediately make another payment if the first transaction is still pending.
- Receipt: Keep your payment confirmation until your subscription is active.
Why Pay DStv and GOtv From Your Phone?
Paying from your phone saves you the stress of looking for a nearby vendor whenever your subscription expires.
It allows you to:
- Renew from home
- Pay while travelling
- Pay for another person’s subscription
- Manage your account digitally
- Check your subscription information
- Avoid unnecessary trips to a payment centre
With Inlomax, you can also manage TV subscriptions alongside services such as data, airtime and other bill payments from the same platform.
Final Thoughts
Paying your DStv or GOtv subscription from your phone is a convenient option for anyone who wants to manage their TV service without visiting a physical vendor.
You can use the official MyDStv or MyGOtv platforms, or use Inlomax to manage your TV subscription alongside other everyday digital payments. Before paying, always confirm your Smartcard or IUC number and check the latest package price.
If you want to use Inlomax, you can download it here:
iPhone: Inlomax on the App Store
Android: Inlomax on Google Play