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Can you cancel your
Optus
 subscription? Check eligibility and conditions

  • Postpaid Mobile Plans: These can be cancelled at any time; if you have a device payment plan, you must pay the remaining balance.
  • Home Broadband (NBN, 5G Home, etc.): Month-to-month plans can be cancelled anytime, but if you’re on an older contract, exit fees may apply.
  • Prepaid Mobile: No need to cancel. Just stop recharging and the service will expire automatically.
  • Optus Sport & SubHub Subscriptions: These can be cancelled via the respective apps. Subscriptions remain active until the end of the billing period.
  • Business Services: May have additional contract terms. Contact Optus for details.

How to cancel a
Optus
 subscription, service or order

Cancelling Optus Mobile or Broadband:

  1. Call Optus Customer Support at 133 937 and request a cancellation.
  2. Use Online Chat via the My Optus App or the Optus website.
  3. Visit an Optus Store and ask a staff member to assist with your cancellation.
  4. Porting Your Number? If switching providers, do not cancel manually – porting your number will automatically cancel your Optus service.
  5. Confirm Cancellation: Ask for a reference number and an email confirmation.

Cancelling Optus Sport or SubHub:

  1. Log into your Optus Sport or SubHub account.
  2. Go to Subscription Settings and select Cancel Subscription.
  3. Ensure the Cancellation is Confirmed to prevent further charges.

How long does a
Optus
 cancellation take?

  • Postpaid Mobile & Broadband: Can be cancelled immediately or scheduled for the end of the billing cycle.
  • Porting Out (Mobile): Typically completes within a few hours but may take up to 2 days.
  • Final Bill Issued: Usually issued on your next billing date. Refunds for unused service may take up to 10 business days.
  • Equipment Returns: Modems, Fetch TV boxes, or routers must be returned within 30 days to avoid extra charges.

Optus
 cancellation fees and final charges – what to expect

  • No Cancellation Fees for Month-to-Month Plans.
  • Device Payout: If you have a phone, tablet, or modem payment plan, the remaining balance must be paid upon cancellation.
  • Equipment Return Fees: If you don’t return the required devices (e.g., NBN modems), Optus may charge a non-return fee (up to $200+).
  • Pro-Rated Final Bill: If you cancel mid-cycle, you’ll be charged only for the days you used.
  • Bundle Discounts Removed: If you cancel part of a bundle, the remaining services revert to standard pricing.

Real
Optus
 cases submitted through Ajust

Real customer experiences with
Optus
cancellations

Easy Mobile Plan Cancellation: A customer called Optus, confirmed cancellation in one call, and received their final bill within a week.

Billing Confusion: A broadband user switched providers and assumed their Optus service was canceled, but still received bills – always confirm cancellation.

Equipment Return Success: A customer returned their modem on time and had their non-return fee waived without issue.

Optus
Cancellation FAQs

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Optus
made it difficult?

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