The entire eKYC verification process may be completed within 5 minutes.

Yes, the iQIYI app is accessible globally. However, the content of the app might differ depending on the country which will be tailored based on local content rights and market preferences.

Kindly note that not all Astro & Broadband Devices are required to be returned. After service termination of your Astro & Broadband service, we will call you via your registered mobile number within 3 days to schedule a pickup appointment with our Astro agent if your device needs to be returned.

If you were not contacted within 3 working days to return your devices, you are required to discard your old Astro & Broadband devices only at registered collection centres for proper handling and management of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner. Click here to find a registered collection centre near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

1) I missed the pickup appointment; what do I do now?

You can reschedule the pick-up appointment by calling our agent directly.

2) Can I reschedule my pickup date?

Yes! You can call our agent back directly to reschedule the pickup date and time.

3) Do I have to pack my device(s) before handing it over to the Astro agent?

Our Astro agent will dismantle the devices for you. However, if your devices are already dismantled, please pack them in their original box/packaging if possible. If this option is not available to you, just hand the device(s) over to the Astro agent without any packaging. You will not be charged any fees if the original packaging has been damaged/lost.

4) Do I have to print anything or fill in any forms before handing my device(s) over to the Astro agent?

No, you do not have to prepare any documents before handing your device(s) over to the Astro agent! All you have to do is get your device(s)ready before the Astro agent arrives to ensure a smooth handover process.

5) I have the Astro & Broadband router and modem to return, however, the cable(s) that come with them are damaged/lost; will there be any penalty fees?

No, please return your old Astro & Broadband modem and its power supply unit (PSU). There will be no penalty fees if the cable is damaged or lost.

Recycle via Registered Collection Centres

For all recycling-related questions, please click here.

The notification you receive will depend on the payment method you choose:
(i) My Astro Portal: e-receipt will indicate payment confirmation.
(ii) IVR: Payment status will be notified over the IVR and an SMS notification will be sent for successful transactions.
(iii) SMS: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(iv) Call: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(v) Customer Service Centre: Physical receipt will indicate payment confirmation.

Astro Multiroom is a 2nd Astro subscription that mirrors all the channels on your primary Astro at a discounted monthly fee. You can now enjoy Astro on different TVs in different rooms.

For Platinum Pack and Multiroom Smart TV customers, Astro GO+ will be automatically added to your subscription.

Starting 1 March 2026, your access to the HBO Max app through Astro will end. If you would like to continue your access to the app service and keep your preferences or account settings, please subscribe to HBO Max as an ala carte add‑on via Astro from RM24.90/month. Additionally, as part of your current subscription, you can access Prime Video and Disney+, which is already included in your subscription at no additional cost.

Prime Video is available as an add-on to all Astro customers at RM25 per month (tax included). However, Prime Video is available to the following Astro customers at no additional cost:

• Customers on the Ultra/Ulti Box with either the Astro One Epic Pack or Movies Pack as part of their subscription bundle.
• Customers not on the Ultra/Ulti Box but subscribed to either the Astro One Epic Pack or the Movies Pack as part of their subscription bundle, starting 24 June 2025.

The minimum internet speed required to stream via Ultra Plug & Play Box is 30Mbps for 4K UHD viewing, and Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play is 10Mbps for HD viewing. For better streaming experience, we recommend 100Mbps and above.

No, customer must submit the termination notice via Astro Hotline.
Refer here for details.

The TVBAnywhere+ app offers over 40,000 hours of Chinese entertainment, including the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics, and unlimited TVB originals that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. It also features exclusive dramas, known as TVBAnywhere+ Originals, such as

Ghost Cleansing Ltd

and

OPM

, which are available exclusively on the app. In addition, the app includes selected movie titles for on-demand viewing, providing more flexibility compared to the TVB channels on Astro.

Yes, you can activate your access anytime between April 24, 2025, and June 23, 2025, to get 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge. Please note that the offer is subject to change. All sign-ups are also subject to the Prime Video app usage terms and conditions.

Please ensure that your Ultra or Ulti Box is set as the primary (main) decoder to enjoy 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge.

If your primary box is an older model, don’t worry as you can still enjoy this offer by upgrading to an Ultra/Ulti Box within the offer period. Just contact us to arrange your upgrade.

No. You will need an active Astro subscription before you can subscribe to Disney+ through Astro or enjoy Disney+ as part of an Astro package.

To learn more about Astro packages and our latest offers, click here.

Astro & Broadband comes with 24-month contract commitment.

By changing from a higher contract duration e.g., 24-months commitment period to lower contract duration e.g., 12-months, a proration of the cancellation fee will be applicable whereby you will be charged per contract's month balance against the maximum cancellation fee agreed upon during sign up for the offer.

A proration of the cancellation fee will be applicable whereby you will be charged per contract's month balance against the maximum cancellation fee agreed upon during sign up for the offer.

You will start a new contract with 12-months commitment and receive the corresponding discount for that duration.

Check out how a cancellation fee is calculated with examples via this link:

• With numerous OTT entrants, consumers are suffering from subscription fatigue. In fact, they are looking for a one stop shop platform where OTT services are integrated in one place.

• Astro offers flexibility and convenience with new packs where customers can get the convenience of accessing a variety of content via Ultra Box as the single remote-control solution.

• In addition, there will be cost savings for Astro customers to purchase both Netflix and Astro together. Even better deals available if customers also subscribe to broadband for a better-connected experience.

Prime Video is Amazon’s over-the-top (OTT) streaming and rental service that offers access to a wide range of content including, exclusive Amazon originals, blockbuster movies and hit shows.

You will be able to enjoy your Viu Premium membership immediately upon purchase/choosing it
under your Asian Favourites bundle option. For further clarification, feel free to reach out to us
via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

Yes, you can. Click on Menu > Language and choose your preferred language. Then, click “SAVE”

Yes, this is a one-time approval, and you do not need to submit your application every month.

You do not need to request for a reconnection as our system will detect your payment and process it immediately, provided you paid via a real-time payment channel.

Click here for a full list of our payment channels.

Please refer to these FAQs for more information, or click here to learn more and sign up for the Ultra Box. Alternatively, you may call 03-7481 8000 to get in touch with an Astro representative.

Yes, if you’re a non-Malaysian living or working in Malaysia, your Astro Broadband Bundle/Astro Fibre Bundle are subject to the 6% Service Tax effective bill date 9th July 2024 onwards.

There are a few ways you can access Netflix on the Ultra Box as below:

• Access Netflix on the Ultra/Ulti Box via the Home Screen and select the Netflix app from the Apps row.
• Launch the Netflix app directly from their remote control by clicking on the “Netflix” button if it’s available on your remote control.
• Tune into CH 741

IMPORTANT! If you are accessing Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box for the first time, please wait for the Netflix activation email from Astro (this may take up to 10 minutes) for the app to be reflected in your account. If you skip this 10-minute period, you may experience double charging by incorrectly signing up for Netflix using your credit card details.

No, your existing add-ons will not be retained. When you terminate your current Astro subscription, all associated add-ons will also be cancelled. As the Astro X3 pack is a separate subscription under a new account, you will need to subscribe to your desired add-ons again, subject to availability under the new plan.

Payment for Astro services will not increase. However, the Service Tax applicable will be increased from 6% to 8% and this will result in an increase in the total amount payable.

If you already have a WeTV subscription, you are allowed to subscribe to WeTV VIP with the same mobile number via Astro; however, your existing account will continue to run until you manually cancel it. With two active subscriptions with the same mobile number, your subscriptions will be added on top of your existing account and you will be charged twice on two separate accounts.

If you are interested to subscribe to Sun NXT via Astro, please click here or reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

You may join iQIYI as a VIP by following these simple steps:
Step 1: Head over to www.astro.com.my/iqiyi
Step 2: Select your desired package (Standard VIP or Premium VIP)
Step 3: Click "Get it now"
Step 4: Log in using your Astro ID
Step 5: Click "Get it now" again
Step 6: Please read the prompted message, then click "Proceed"
Step 7: You will see a confirmation message upon successful purchase

Starting 24 April 2025 – 23 June 2025, Ultra and Ulti Box customers will receive 2 months access to Prime Video by Amazon at no additional cost, as well as access to Prime Video via the website and mobile app. If you have yet to upgrade to our latest Ultra/Ulti Box, please reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

Yes! You can call our courier agent back/installer directly to reschedule the collection date and time.

Customers are given 90-days from their service termination date to return the Astro Box and SIM Card. If the box is not returned within this period, a “Box Fee” will be charged and appear as an itemized entry on their final bill when 90 days ended.

Only the account holder is allowed to manage the auto-debit facility. However, a third-party card holder has the right to withdraw their registered card from the linked-account with proper validation.

Kindly download the Astro Smart TV app from your Smart TV’s app store and follow the steps on the screen to log in.

4K content is currently not supported on the Ultra/Ulti Box. However, you can still enjoy Prime Video in 4K on compatible smart devices.

Yes, you can manage all of your Astro Fibre subscriptions with the Astro Fibre App. However, you would need to create a different Astro ID for each Astro Fibre account.

Your bill statement will include details of your monthly subscription charges; e.g. charges for your chosen Astro packages and Broadband service. It will also show the time period of which your first bill will cover, as well as indicate how much the total charges are and when the payment due date is.

You will be able to check your balance, switch to e-billing, request for payment barcode and request for reconnect at standard telco rate.

Please follow the steps below:

Step1: Fill in Merge/Split Equipment Form (Part A & Part B)

Step2: A full payment to be made on any outstanding balance for all related accounts (if any).

Step3: Submit all documents via feedback form or walk in to nearest Astro Customer Service Centre (CSC).

Step4: Customer will expect a call from our validation team (Note: Turnaround time for merge/ split of account is 3-5 working days upon receiving all complete documentation).

Note:

1. There might be a loss of transmission during the processing of transfer equipment ownership, split or merge of equipment.

Yes, customers will be charged 8% Service Tax for packages purchased after 29th February due to the implementation of the 8% Service Tax starting 1st March 2024.