Disconnected internet for 2 months — where to suspend telecom services in Astana
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For months he overpaid for internet and TV while away. Now, leaving Astana for 2 months, he easily disconnects the services and stops wasting money
How it usually happens
Damir, 45, is an entrepreneur. He often goes on business trips, sometimes for several weeks. Damir used to keep paying for internet and TV even when he wasn't home
One day he found out he could temporarily disconnect services. This meant not paying the full subscription fee, just the port rental
Damir temporarily disconnected his internet for 320 tenge and cable TV for 180 tenge. The maximum disconnection period was two months. It saved him a significant amount
What people ask about
I need to leave for a couple of months — how do I avoid paying for internet and TV?
If this sounds like you
- Can services be temporarily disconnected?
- What are the payment terms, and what happens with a negative balance?
- How to connect the internet?
How it works
You can temporarily disconnect internet and cable TV. The service is available for up to two months
Temporarily disconnecting internet costs a port rental fee of 320 tenge. Temporarily disconnecting cable TV costs 180 tenge
How to prepare
Decide on the exact dates you'll be away. Make sure the disconnection period doesn't exceed two months. Pay off any outstanding balance on your current services
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to temporarily disconnect the internet?
Temporarily disconnecting internet costs 320 tenge for port rental.
What's the maximum period for temporarily disconnecting services?
Services can be temporarily disconnected for up to 2 months.
This is a real case, based on SKS Telecom's publications. The client's name has been changed
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