Pre-Paid Mobile

Stay connected, your way

With our Pre-Paid plans and mobiles, you get to be in control – and on Australia’s most reliable network, too.

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Already a Telstra customer? Check your usage, recharge in just a few taps, and troubleshoot all in one place.

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Pre-Paid SIM Plans

Discover our variety of Pre-Paid SIM Kits and Plans and get started with one that works for you.

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Pre-Paid Devices

Our range of Pre-Paid mobile devices will keep you connected on Australia’s largest network.

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Pre-Paid Mobile Broadband

For when you need internet on the go – learn more about our mobile broadband options.

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Getting started on Pre-Paid

STEP 1

Buy

Select the SIM Kit you’re after from our Pre-Paid Plans range, or check out our Pre-Paid devices if you’re after a mobile phone as well.

STEP 2

Activate

In just a few taps you can activate your SIM and choose a plan that suits you best. With eSIM, you don’t even have to wait for it to arrive.

STEP 3

Stay connected

Check your data usage, recharge when you need to, and manage your account flexibly all while staying connected to Australia’s best network.

Why choose Telstra?

Australia’s largest mobile network

With coverage reaching 99.5% of the population, we’re the widest-reaching mobile network in Australia.

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Sustainability at the forefront

Our packaging is made from renewable or recycled material, and we recycled or re-used over 700,000 devices in the 2024 financial year alone.

Industry-leading security

With a cyber security team monitoring our network 24/7, we take protecting our network from suspicious activity seriously.

Unlock more with Telstra Plus

Make the most of Pre-Paid with Telstra Plus. Earn points on eligible recharges to redeem on movie voucher deals, devices and more.

Eligibility criteria apply to join Telstra Plus.

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eSIM (short for embedded SIM) is a digital SIM that’s built into your device. eSIM allows you to connect to the Telstra network in minutes as you don't need a physical SIM card.

eSIM allows you to add a secondary number so you can juggle work and personal life on one device.

Phones by brand

Brand	Devices
Apple	All iPhone XR, XS, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 models plus iPhone SE (2020 and 2022).
Samsung	All Galaxy s20, 21, 22, 23 and 24 models plus Galaxy Z fold and z flip devices.
Google	Pixel 3a plus all Pixel 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 models.
Nokia	Nokia X30 5G.
Oppo	Find N2 Flip, Find X3 Pro and Find X5 Pro.
Motorola	Razr40 Ultra and Razr 40.

Devices purchased overseas may not be eSIM compatible.

If you’re unsure if you have an eSIM device, dial *#06#. An eSIM compatible device will display an EID number which is 32 digits long.

Device not eSIM compatible? See our Pre-Paid and Upfront plans that include a physical SIM.

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Pre-Paid Mobile

Stay connected, your way

It’s easy in My Telstra