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Choosing the right mobile plan in Qatar is about more than data — it’s about whether you need voice minutes, international calls, or lifestyle perks. Ooredoo Qatar offers prepaid (Hala, Visitor SIM) and postpaid (Shahry+, Qatarna+) mobile packages that balance minutes, SMS, and bundled perks. This guide helps you decide which option is best for your lifestyle, whether you are a student, expat, tourist, or family.
Table of contents
- Quick Comparison – Ooredoo Mobile Plans at a Glance
- Prepaid vs Postpaid in Qatar: Which Is Better?
- Ooredoo Prepaid Mobile Plans
- Ooredoo Visitor SIM (Tourists & Short-Term Users)
- Ooredoo Postpaid Mobile Plans
- Ooredoo vs Vodafone vs Virgin Mobile – Who Wins?
- How to Switch from Prepaid to Postpaid in Ooredoo
- FAQs
- Conclusion
Quick Comparison – Ooredoo Mobile Plans at a Glance
| Plan Type | Best For | Starting Price | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prepaid (Hala SIM) | Students, budget users | QR 10 | Affordable local calls, flexible recharges |
| Visitor SIM | Tourists, short stays | QR 50 | Data + local & international minutes |
| Postpaid (Shahry+) | Residents, professionals | QR 100 | Balanced calls + bonus data, WhatsApp included |
| Postpaid (Qatarna+) | Families, frequent travelers | QR 365 | Unlimited local/GCC calls, roaming data, international minutes |
If your priority is internet-only bundles, check our Ooredoo Data Plans guide.
Prepaid vs Postpaid in Qatar: Which Is Better?
Prepaid (Hala SIM & Visitor SIM):
- No contracts, pay-as-you-go flexibility
- Affordable for short-term users
- Easy recharge via the Ooredoo app or Ooredoo Money
- Limited perks compared to postpaid
Postpaid (Shahry+ & Qatarna+):
- Large local + international minute bundles
- Lifestyle benefits (Urban Point, entertainment, free WhatsApp)
- Convenient fixed monthly billing
- Higher costs require commitment
Ooredoo Prepaid Mobile Plans
Hala SIM – Voice-Focused Packages
- Voice 10 → QR 10 → 100 local mins + 100 MB (valid 3 days)
- Voice 15 → QR 15 → 150 local mins + 100 MB (valid 10 days)
- Voice 40 → QR 40 → 500 local mins + 100 MB (valid 30 days)
- Voice 65 → QR 65 → 1200 local mins + 100 MB (valid 30 days)
Best for: Students and residents who mainly use local calls.
Hala Super Packages – Calls + International
- Super 15 → QR 15 → 60 local mins + 1.5 GB data (valid 10 days)
- Super 35 → QR 35 → 120 local mins + 10 international mins + 3 GB data (valid 30 days)
Best for: Expats who need affordable international calling.
Ooredoo Visitor SIM (Tourists & Short-Term Users)
- Visitor SIM Go → QR 50 → 5 GB + 25 local mins (7 days)
- Visitor SIM Plus → QR 65 → 10 GB + 100 local mins + 25 international mins (14 days)
- Visitor SIM Pro → QR 150 → 25 GB + 400 local mins + 75 international mins (30 days)
Best for: Tourists and business travelers needing calls + data during their stay.
If your main need is data-only browsing, check our updated Ooredoo Data Plans guide.
Ooredoo Postpaid Mobile Plans
Shahry+ Postpaid – Balanced Plans
- Shahry+ Select → QR 100 → 150 local mins + 8 GB data
- Shahry+ Active → QR 130 → 500 local mins + up to 200 international mins + 15 GB data
- Shahry+ Max → QR 210 → 700 local mins + up to 300 international mins + 44 GB data
Best for: Residents who need a balance of calls and bundled data.
Qatarna+ Postpaid – Premium Lifestyle Plans
- Qatarna+ Pro → QR 365 → Unlimited local calls + 400 international mins + 5 GB roaming
- Qatarna+ Premium → QR 525 → Unlimited GCC calls + 500 international mins + 20 GB roaming
- Qatarna+ Platinum → QR 925 → Unlimited calls in Qatar, GCC + 22 countries + 1000 international mins + 100 GB roaming
Best for: Frequent travelers and families who need premium perks.
Ooredoo vs Vodafone vs Virgin Mobile – Who Wins?
- Ooredoo: Best for coverage, lifestyle perks, international minutes.
- Vodafone: Strong roaming deals, slightly cheaper prepaid packs.
- Virgin Mobile: Digital-only, flexible app-based plans, best for tech-savvy users.
Verdict: Ooredoo is the most comprehensive choice for voice + lifestyle bundles, especially for long-term expats and families.
How to Switch from Prepaid to Postpaid in Ooredoo
- Step 1: Visit an Ooredoo shop or the Ooredoo eShop.
- Step 2: Provide your valid Qatar ID and choose your preferred postpaid plan (Shahry+ or Qatarna+).
- Step 3: Submit your prepaid SIM for migration and complete the form.
- Step 4: Pay the first-month subscription fee.
- Step 5: Your prepaid number will be upgraded to postpaid within 24 hours.
FAQs
Answer: The Visitor SIM Pro (QR 150) is ideal for tourists, offering 25 GB, 400 local minutes, and 75 international minutes for 30 days.
Answer: Yes. Prepaid (Hala SIM) is cheaper and flexible, while postpaid (Shahry+ and Qatarna+) offers more perks and bundled benefits.
Answer: Qatarna+ Premium and Platinum are excellent for families due to unlimited calls, roaming data, and large international minute bundles.
Answer: Yes. Qatarna+ plans include roaming data and international minutes across GCC and selected countries.
Answer: At Ooredoo shops, resellers, or online through the Ooredoo eShop.
Conclusion
Ooredoo Qatar’s mobile plans are designed for users who value voice, calls, SMS, and lifestyle perks. Prepaid Hala SIMs are best for students and light callers, Visitor SIMs suit tourists, while Shahry+ and Qatarna+ postpaid plans meet the needs of professionals, families, and frequent travelers. If your main priority is internet and unlimited data, check our Ooredoo Data Plans guide.
