Quick Facts
- What: Vodafone Qatar prepaid starter SIM with call/data bundles
- Who: visitors and residents (ID registration required)
- Buy at: HIA arrivals shops, Vodafone stores, authorised resellers, My Vodafone app/website
- Needed: passport or QID, active phone number, email
- Activate: insert SIM → register ID → pick a pack in the app → top up
- Note: packs change often; check the app for current prices and terms
This page explains where to buy a Vodafone prepaid starter SIM, how to activate it, and the packs you’ll commonly see in Qatar. Plans and bonuses are subject to change, so always check the My Vodafone app before making a payment.
Plans and prices
| Name | Price (QR) | Data | Local mins | Intl mins | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahlan Pack 35 | 35 | 5 GB | 25 | – | 7 days |
| Ahlan Pack 65 | 65 | 10 GB | 100 | 25 | 14 days |
| Combo 35 | 35 | 3 GB | 120 | 10 (+ country bonus) | 30 days |
| Combo 65 | 65 | 8 GB | 240 | 20 (+ country bonus) | 30 days |
| Flex 100 | 100 | 2.2 GB | 1000 | – | – |
| Flex Validity | – | Data (7 days) | – | – | 30 days |
| Combo+ 300 | 300 | Unlimited | Unlimited | 100 | 30 days |
Packs and prices are subject to change; please check the My Vodafone app before making a purchase.
Country bonuses, speed caps, and fair-use rules may apply. Always read the pack details in the app.
Where to buy
- Hamad International Airport (arrivals): SIM desks and phone shops.
- Vodafone stores: across Doha and major malls.
- Authorised resellers: convenience and electronics stores.
- Online/App: order or switch packs in My Vodafone.
What you need to get a starter package
- Passport or QID for registration
- Contact number
- Email address
Activation
- Insert the SIM and restart the phone.
- Open My Vodafone and follow the prompts.
- Complete ID registration (passport or QID).
- Pick a starter pack and add credit.
- Make a test call and load a web page.
If mobile data doesn’t start, select the Vodafone APN in settings and restart.
Top-up and pack purchase
- Vouchers from stores (enter the code in the app)
- Card or online banking inside My Vodafone
- Store counters or kiosks, if you prefer cash
eSIM and keeping your number
Many recent phones support eSIM; check in the app or ask in-store.
You can move your number from another provider—visit a store with your ID.
Troubleshooting
- No signal: reseat the SIM, restart, try another spot.
- No data: Check the APN and data toggle; try enabling or disabling flight mode.
- Wrong pack: turn off auto-renew (if active) and switch in the app at the next cycle.
- Lost SIM: Visit a store with your ID for a replacement.
Helpful related guides
Compare with the Ooredoo Prepaid Visitor SIM.
Locate SIM desks at Hamad International Airport (2025 Guide).
Entry Information for New Arrivals: Qatar On-Arrival Visa Guide.
FAQ
Where can I buy a Vodafone prepaid SIM in Qatar?
At HIA, after arrivals, through Vodafone stores, authorised resellers, or via the app.
What ID is required?
Passport for visitors, QID for residents. Bring the original for registration.
How do I recharge?
Use My Vodafone, vouchers, cards, or online banking. Packs show in the app after payment.
Is eSIM available?
Many supported phones can use eSIM. Check the app or ask in-store.
Conclusion
Pick a store or the app, register your ID, add credit, and start with the pack that fits your usage. Check the app each time you recharge, as offers are subject to change. Keep SMS or email receipts in case you need support later.
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