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Vi customer care number

Use this page to find Vi customer-care short code 199, circle-wise care numbers, WhatsApp support and email support.

Quick answer

Vi customer-care number

Vi users can call 199 from their Vi number for customer care. For complaints, call 198 instead.

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Page overview

Support information covered here

This section brings together Vi customer care and complaint information for 22 telecom circles. It includes phone support, complaint follow-up, WhatsApp, email and escalation guidance.

When an issue needs an in-person visit or a plan check, you can continue to 2,536 listed stores or the circle-wise prepaid and postpaid pages. Data checked: 6 June 2026.

22care circles
2,536listed stores
23plan circles
Use 199 for

General support

Use 199 for account help, plan questions, service information and normal customer-care queries.

Use 198 for

Complaints

Use 198 when you want to register a complaint. Keep the docket number after registration.

Use store finder for

Physical support

Visit a nearby Vi store for SIM replacement, KYC, postpaid support or store-level help.

Frequently asked questions

Source and update note: This page uses the latest support data available in this website build. Telecom contact details can change. Please verify important information on the official Vi app or website before filing a complaint, visiting a store, or making a recharge decision.

How to choose the right support channel

Use 199 for general customer-care help from a Vi number.

Use 198 when you want to register a complaint.

Use WhatsApp or email when you need to keep a written record.

Use a store visit for SIM replacement, KYC or document-based service.

  • Keep your mobile number ready before calling.
  • Do not share OTP, UPI PIN, passwords or bank details.
  • Ask for a docket number when you raise a complaint.

Common terms on this page

Some telecom words are short forms. Open these simple definitions when you need help understanding store, SIM, plan or complaint details.

Call 199Complaint 198WhatsAppFind Store