Getting yourself a Ghanaian SIM card when visiting the country will save you a lot of money.
That is because Ghana is the 5th cheapest African nation to get mobile data.
That sounds intriguing, but how much do SIM cards cost in Ghana?
You can purchase a Ghanaian SIM card for 2 GHS (0.15 USD) in Vodafone, MTN, AirtelTigo, and Glo stores. You can get 1 GB valid for 7 days for as low as 10 GHS (0.85 USD).
There are not many nations in Africa or around the world, for that matter, that sell SIM cards for this cheap and offer 1 GB for this low price.
But there is a lot more to know about Ghanaian SIM cards.
In this guide, I will go over everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Ghana. Let's do this.
Original publication: 8th of May 2020. Last updated: 7th of November 2023.
Table of Contents
Can I Buy a SIM Card in Ghana?
Everybody living in or visiting Ghana is allowed to buy Ghanaian SIM cards from the local operators (MTN, Vodafone, AirtelTigo & Glo), without restrictions.
However, have to comply with the SIM card registration regulations.
- Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
Moreover, your phone has to support the frequencies used in Ghana.
Can I Use My Phone in Ghana?
Ghana uses GSM for its mobile telecommunications network. They use frequencies used in many regions around the world (Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania – ITU Regions 1 & 3).
However, these frequencies are not used in the Americas (North-, Central-, and South America + the Caribbean – ITU Region 2).
If you bought your phone in the Americas, if your device has not been unlocked, or your phone does not support the Ghanaian frequencies, then you cannot use your phone in Ghana.
Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Ghana
Ghana has four mobile operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to travelers:
- MTN Ghana
- Vodafone Ghana
- AirtelTigo
- Glo Ghana
The following frequencies are used by the Ghanaian operators:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3)
Note: only MTN Ghana and Vodafone Ghana have 4G/LTE networks at the time of writing.
You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.
To check whether your phone will work in Ghana, check out this page by Kimovil or this one by Will My Phone Work (outdated, unfortunately, but extremely user-friendly – useful for phones launched in or before 2019. It does not check for 5G NR compatibility).
Again, make sure your phone is unlocked. Otherwise, you will not be able to use any SIM card except the one from your home operator (meaning you have to roam internationally or buy another unlocked phone that does support the frequencies listed above).
If you want to learn how international roaming works, this guide explains it in-depth. If you wonder why it is often so expensive to roam, this article explains the hidden reason they do not want you to know.
A Note About Busy Ghana
Busy Ghana is another option, but it will not be covered in this guide. Busy primarily focuses on residential users using Busy's routers and MIFI devices at home.
Although Busy boosts that they have the best 4G coverage, which they may have. However, they only cover Greater Accra. This makes Busy not a good operator for travelers or anyone else living outside of Accra.
Moreover, your device needs to support 2300 MHz (on Band 40) to use Busy's network. Mostly high-end phones support this frequency and Band.
When things improve with Busy, then I will add them to this guide.
Best SIM Card in Ghana
If you want to buy a SIM card in Ghana, I would recommend going with MTN because they have the country's best coverage and speeds. But they are also the most expensive. If you prefer a lot of variety in packages, go with Vodafone. AirtelTigo is also a good candidate with its Big Time Data bundles with no expiry.
Best eSIM in Ghana
Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM (to prepaid customers) in Ghana yet.
However, you can also get a travel eSIM from various eSIM providers.
The list below is not exhaustive – many more providers have eSIMs for Ghana.
But these are the ones I have tried and had pleasant experiences with.
Moreover, they are reasonably priced, which I find very important (you will not see me recommending an eSIM I would not buy myself).
So here are the three best eSIMs for Ghana:
- Airalo Ghana Fifi Mobile eSIM with five choices between 1 GB and 10 GB (top pick)
- Holafly Ghana eSIM with one 6 GB option – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off)
- Nomad Global eSIM with six choices between 1 GB and 5 GB (extensive global coverage (109 or 139 countries) at high(er) prices – use code ADU123 for 3 USD off)
Because this is the SIM card buying guide for Ghana, I will not spend too much time about travel eSIMs here and throughout this guide (but I will still do here and there).
If you want to learn more about the best eSIMs for Ghana, you better check out my Ghana eSIM buying guide.
It is as helpful and comprehensive as this guide but about eSIMs instead 😜.
SIM Card Registration in Ghana
SIM card registration with your passport information is mandatory in Ghana. It will be done at the point of sale.
- Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
Speeds, Internet Prices & Insights in Ghana
Broadband internet speeds in Africa are, unfortunately, still slow compared to other regions in the world.
However, mobile internet speeds are, in most African nations, much faster than broadband speeds. Moreover, mobile internet is more accessible (setting up an antenna is easier than laying cables).
Mobile internet speeds in Ghana are decent. In fact, Ghana is in the top 15 countries in Africa with the fastest mobile internet speeds.
The average mobile download speed in Ghana is 15 Mbps.
That is according to the Speedtest Global Index.
For reference, the world average mobile download is around 36 Mbps. So yes, speeds in Africa are slow compared to the rest of the world, but the speeds are decent than other African nations.
But how expensive is mobile data in Ghana?
The average price for 1 GB of data in Ghana is 0.94 USD, which is far below the Sub-Saharan average of 6.91 USD. The world average is 5.03 USD.
In fact, Ghana is the 5th cheapest African country to get mobile data.
That is all according to Cable.co.uk.
Although Ghana still has a long way to go to provide nationwide coverage, mostly inland, speeds and prices are reasonable in the country.
Then again, you would have to be around the coast, Accra, or Kumasi to enjoy this reasonable service.
Currency in Ghana
Ghana uses the Ghanaian Cedi with the symbol GHS (which will be used throughout this guide). However, prices are often listed as just GH₵. For example, 25 GHS is GH₵25. For reference, below are some exchange rates between GHS and USD (US Dollars):
- 1 GHS = 0.085 USD
- 10 GHS = 0.85 USD
- 100 GHS = 8.35 USD
- 1000 GHS = 83.50 USD
For up-to-date GHS:USD exchange rates, search GHS to USD on Google, or replace USD with the currency you use.
If your credit/debit card charges you foreign exchange fees, get yourself a Wise Borderless Account and Debit Card.
Their fees are MUCH lower than banks and credit card companies charge you (and Wise is transparent about their fees, unlike banks).
I have saved literal THOUSANDS of Australian Dollars and Euros, my main currencies, when using Wise abroad when traveling compared to my debit and credit cards.
Ghana Prepaid SIM Cards
Below, I will guide you through MTN Ghana, Vodafone Ghana, AirtelTigo, and Glo Ghana, and go through:
- Background information
- Mobile coverage
- SIM card types, prices, and availability
- Recharge/top-up information
- Combo plans, data plans, and special packs (such as social media packs)
With that being said, let’s see what Ghana has to offer to us.
MTN Ghana
MTN Ghana, just MTN, is the largest operator in Ghana, with a more than 67% market share.
MTN's dominant position has been noticed by the NCA (National Communications Authority), Ghana's telecom authority. The NCA decided to declare MTN of having significant market power.
One of the reasons MTN is such a large operator in Ghana is that they have the country's best speeds. MTN won the 2019 Ghana Speedtest Award for having the fastest mobile speeds in the country, having speeds more than triple to its competitors.
This is what you will learn about MTN:
* Coverage
* How to Get an MTN SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Internet Packages
* APN Settings
Coverage – MTN Ghana
MTN has the best coverage in Ghana.
They also won the Speedtest 2019 Best Mobile Coverage Award.
That study showed that MTN has the best general and 4G availability in Ghana.
As you can see, coverage can mostly be found around the coast (Greater Accra, Takoradi, and Kumasi). In Wa and Tamale, you can expect coverage as well.
SIM Card Price – MTN Ghana
MTN SIM cards can be bought for 2 GHS in MTN stores.
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
You may want to get a travel eSIM for Ghana, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from MTN (in some cases).
Especially when getting an eSIM covering popular African destinations if you do not stay in just Ghana or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.
My Ghana eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Here is a quick introduction to them:
- Airalo: Fifi Mobile (Ghana only), Hello Africa (26 countries in Africa) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Ghana – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Ghana – these eSIMs have unlimited data – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Ghana, Africa (14 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
For more information, such as the prices and data allowances, check out my Ghana eSIM buying guide.
But let's continue with MTN for now.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – MTN Ghana
If you have forgotten your MTN phone number, dial *156# to retrieve it.
MTN recharge cards are sold in denominations of 10 GHS to 200 GHS in MTN stores and other retailers in Ghana.
To redeem your MTN recharge card, dial *134*VoucherCode#.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, then you would dial *134*123456#.
Dial *124# to check your MTN balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – MTN Ghana
MTN has two data-featured prepaid plans:
- Mashup – Pulse (combo)
- Data Bundles (data)
MTN plans can be bought by dialing *138# (or *567# for Pulse) and selecting the plan you want. Because of this, activation codes for each bundle will be listed as *138#-Option 1-Option 2-Option 3.
For example, the 5 GHS 300 MB for 7 days plan can be purchased by dialing *138#, selecting option 1, choosing option 2, and pressing option 4. The tables below will list an activation code as *138#-1-2-4 below, but it should not be dialed as a USSD code like that.
I will list all the prices in GHS (Ghanaian Cedi).
To convert GHS to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Mashup (Pulse) – MTN Ghana Mashup
The Mashup bundles, also known as Pulse, are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.
The following Mashup bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the activation code:
| Price | Data | Local Minutes | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 21.83 MB | 11 minutes | 1 day | *567#-1-1-1 |
| 1 GHS | 26.2 MB | 9 minutes | 1 day | *567#-1-1-1 |
| 1 GHS | 30.57 MB | 6.5 minutes | 1 day | *567#-1-1-1 |
| 1 GHS | 43.67 MB | N/A | 1 day | *567#-1-1-1 |
| 5 GHS | 123.21 MB | 59 minutes | 7 days | *567#-1-2-1 |
| 5 GHS | 147.86 MB | 47 minutes | 7 days | *567#-1-2-1 |
| 5 GHS | 172.5 MB | 35 minutes | 7 days | *567#-1-2-1 |
| 5 GHS | 246.43 MB | N/A | 7 days | *567#-1-2-1 |
| 10 GHS | 258.53 MB | 122 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-1 |
| 10 GHS | 310.24 MB | 98 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-1 |
| 10 GHS | 361.94 MB | 73 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-1 |
| 10 GHS | 517.06 MB | N/A | 30 days | *567#-1-3-1 |
| 20 GHS | 310.24 MB | 342 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-20 |
| 20 GHS | 517.06 MB | 244 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-20 |
| 20 GHS | 620.48 MB | 196 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-20 |
| 20 GHS | 723.89 MB | 147 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-20 |
| 20 GHS | 1034.13 MB | N/A | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-20 |
| 29.99 GHS | 465.2 MB | 513 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-29.99 |
| 29.99 GHS | 775.34 MB | 367 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-29.99 |
| 29.99 GHS | 930.4 MB | 293 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-29.99 |
| 29.99 GHS | 1085.47 MB | 220 minutes | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-29.99 |
| 29.99 GHS | 1550.67 MB | N/A | 30 days | *567#-1-3-2-29.99 |
Mashup bundles auto-renew. To disable auto-renewal, text STOP to 567.
Data Bundles – MTN Ghana
The Data Bundles, as the name implies, are data plans (without 5G NR access).
The following Data Bundles are available, which you can activate by dialing the activation code:
| Price | Data | Validity | Activation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 GHS | 20.46 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-2 |
| 1 GHS | 40.92 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-3 |
| 1 GHS | 81.30 MB | No expiry | *138-99-4-1 |
| 1 GHS | 156.01 MB | No expiry | *138-99-5 |
| 1 GHS | 2.42 GB | No expiry | *138#-2-1-1-1 |
| 1.08 GHS | 400 MB | No expiry | *138#-3-1-1-1 |
| 2 GHS | 4.85 GB | No expiry | *138#-2-1-1-2 |
| 3 GHS | 401.61 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-4 |
| 5 GHS | 406.50 MB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 5 GHS | 514.40 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-5 |
| 5 GHS | 780.03 MB | No expiry | *138-99-5 |
| 10 GHS | 813.01 MB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 10 GHS | 827.13 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-5 |
| 10 GHS | 1.52 GB | No expiry | *138-99-5 |
| 15 GHS | 1.03 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-15 |
| 20 GHS | 1.37 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-20 |
| 50 GHS | 3.43 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-50 |
| 50 GHS | 3.97 GB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 50 GHS | 7.62 GB | No expiry | *138-#-99-5 |
| 100 GHS | 7.94 GB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 100 GHS | 9.05 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-100 |
| 100 GHS | 15.23 GB | No expiry | *138-#-99-5 |
| 200 GHS | 15.88 GB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 200 GHS | 30.47 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-200 |
| 200 GHS | 30.47 GB | No expiry | *138-#-99-5 |
| 300 GHS | 91.55 GB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-300 |
| 399 GHS | 182.08 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-1-399 |
| 399 GHS | 182.08 MB | No expiry | *138#-1-1-6 |
| 500 GHS | 39.70 GB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 500 GHS | 76.17 GB | No expiry | *138-#-99-5 |
| 1000 GHS | 79.40 GB | No expiry | *138#-99-4-1 |
| 1000 GHS | 152.35 GB | No expiry | *138-#-99-5 |
You can manage your Data Bundle by dialing *175*1#.
APN/Internet Settings – MTN Ghana
- Name: MTN Ghana
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone Ghana, just Vodafone, used to be the second-largest operator in Ghana without a doubt. However, since Airtel Ghana and Tigo Ghana merged into AirtelTigo, the subscriber numbers between Vodafone and AirtelTigo have been so close that they switch positions almost every quarter.
Even then, Vodafone still has faster speeds than AirtelTigo (but significantly slower speeds than MTN Ghana).
This is what you will learn about Vodafone:
* Coverage
* How to Get a Vodafone SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Internet Packages
* APN Settings
Coverage – Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone has the second-best coverage in Ghana.
If you are staying in Greater Accra, Takoradi, or Kumasi, you should expect coverage with Vodafone. The same counts for when you are in Tamale or Wa.
SIM Card Price – Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone SIM cards are sold for 2 GHS in Vodafone stores. The Starter Pack includes 50 MB and 1 GHS in credit.
If you have forgotten your Vodafone number, dial *127# to retrieve it.
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
You should consider getting a travel eSIM for Ghana because they can sometimes be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Vodafone.
Especially if you get an Africa-wide eSIM or a global eSIM.
I discuss various eSIM options of eSIM providers for Ghana in my Ghana eSIM buying guide, which are:
- Airalo: Fifi Mobile (Ghana only), Hello Africa (26 countries in Africa) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + minutes and SMS) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Ghana – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Ghana – unlimited data eSIMs – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Ghana, Africa (14 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
As I said, check out my Ghana eSIM buying guide for more information, as I have to continue with Vodafone for now.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone recharge cards are sold in Vodafone Stores, Distributor Shops, and many other retailers in Ghana in denominations of 1 GHS to 50 GHS.
To top-up your Vodafone SIM card, dial *134*VoucherCode#.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, then you would dial *134*123456#.
Dial *124# to check your Vodafone balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone has ten data-featured prepaid plans:
- Red Bundles (combo)
- Bossu Bundles (combo)
- Vodafone Black (combo)
- Hourly Offers (data)
- Night King Bundles (data)
- Vodafone Cash Special (data)
- Value Packages (data)
- Monthly Packages (data)
- 2 Moorch Data (add-ons)
- Freedom Offers
I will list all the prices in GHS (Ghanaian Cedi).
To convert GHS to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Red Bundles – Vodafone Ghana
The Red Bundles are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
The following Red Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *200#:
| Price | Data | On-Net Minutes | Local Minutes | Local SMS | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 GHS | 9 MB | N/A | 9 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 0.5 GHS | 15 MB | N/A | 3 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 1 GHS | 15 MB | N/A | 15 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 1 GHS | 35 MB | N/A | 6 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 2 GHS | 30 MB | N/A | 30 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 2 GHS | 75 MB | N/A | 15 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 5 GHS | 80 MB | N/A | 80 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 5 GHS | 200 MB | N/A | 30 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 10 GHS | 150 MB | shared with local call allowance | 150 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 10 GHS | 450 MB | N/A | 80 local minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 20 GHS | 350 MB | N/A | 350 local minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 20 GHS | 950 MB | N/A | 160 local minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 30 GHS | 550 MB | N/A | 550 minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
| 30 GHS | 1331 MB | N/A | 245 local minutes | 50 SMS | No expiry |
Do note that unused data will roll over when you renew your Red Bundle. Unused minutes will not roll over.
Bossu Bundles – Vodafone Ghana
The Bossu Bundles are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.
The following Bossu Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing the activation code or through the My Vodafone app:
| Price | Plan | Data | On-Net Minutes | Local Minutes | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.50 GHS | Bossu Deewa | N/A | 150 minutes | N/A | 24 hours | *5050# |
| 2.15 GHS | Bossu Daily Offer | 90 MB | shared with local call allowance | 55 minutes | 24 hours | *5588# |
| 6 GHS | Bossu Weekends | 4.5 GB | shared with local call allowance | 100 minutes | Saturday & Sunday | *5588# |
| 10 GHS | Bossu Data Weekly | 1.2 GB | N/A | N/A | 5 days | *5588# |
| 15 GHS | Bossu Data Weekly Extra | 2.3 GB | N/A | N/A | 5 days | *5588# |
| 43.50 GHS | Bossu Data Weekly Plus | 5 GB | N/A | N/A | 15 days | *5588# |
Vodafone Black – Vodafone Ghana
Vodafone Black is a combo invite premium plan (without 5G NR access) with minutes & SMS.
I know travelers will not get this plan (neither will many regular Vodafone users because the plan is invite-only), I still wanted to show you what Vodafone Black is in case you get lucky one day.
| Price | Data | On-Net Minutes | Off-Net Minutes | International Minutes | Local SMS | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 GHS | 20 GB | 5000 on-net minutes | 1500 off-net minutes | 200 IDD minutes | 1000 local SMS | 30 days |
Hourly Offers – Vodafone Ghana
The Hourly Offers are data plans (without 5G NR access).
The following Hourly Offers are available, which can be activated by dialing the *700#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 400 MB | 1 hour |
| 2 GHS | 1 GB | 1 hour |
Night King Bundles – Vodafone Ghana
The Night King Bundles are data bundles (without 5G NR access) that can be used at night between 0:00 and 4:00 (12 AM – 4 AM).
The following Night King Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *700#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 2 GHS | 3.5 GB | 1 night |
| 3 GHS | 9 GB | 1 night |
Vodafone Cash Special – Vodafone Ghana
The Vodafone Cash Special bundles are data bundles (without 5G NR access) with can only be purchased with Vodafone Cash.
The following Vodafone Cash Special bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *110#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 2.50 GHS | 450 MB | 1 day |
| 3.50 GHS | 800 MB | 1 day |
| 4.50 GHS | 1.3 MB | 1 day |
Value Packages – Vodafone Ghana
The Value Packages are data plans (without 5G NR access).
The following Value Packages are available, which can be activated by dialing *700#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 3 GHS | 450 MB | 1 day |
| 5 GHS | 800 MB | 3 days |
| 10 GHS | 1.1 GB | 15 days |
| 10 GHS | 1.2 GB | 5 days |
| 15 GHS | 2.3 GB | 5 days |
| 20 GHS | 2.5 GB | 5 days |
Monthly Packages – Vodafone Ghana
The Monthly Packages are data plans (without 5G NR access).
The following Monthly Packages are available, which can be activated by dialing *700#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 10 GHS | Unlimited | 30 days |
| 20 GHS | 2.4 GB | 30 days |
| 50 GHS | 5 GB | 30 days |
| 100 GHS | 12 GB | 30 days |
| 200 GHS | 35 GB | 30 days |
| 300 GHS | 100 GB | 30 days |
| 400 GHS | 200 GB | 30 days |
2 Moorch Data – Vodafone Ghana
The 2 Moorch Data bundles are data add-ons (without 5G NR access) for the Bossu Bundles. They cannot be purchased as standalone bundles.
The following 2 Moorch Data Bundles are available, which can be bought by dialing *700#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 GHS | 20 MB | No expiry |
| 1 GHS | 50 MB | No expiry |
| 2 GHS | 120 MB | No expiry |
| 5 GHS | 550 MB | No expiry |
| 10 GHS | 1 GB | No expiry |
| 20 GHS | 2 GB | No expiry |
| 50 GHS | 4.5 MB | No expiry |
| 100 GHS | 10 GB | No expiry |
| 200 GHS | 30 GB | No expiry |
| 300 GHS | 90 GB | No expiry |
| 400 GHS | 190 MB | No expiry |
Unused 2 Moorch Data rolls over to the next period.
Freedom Offers – Vodafone Ghana
The Freedom Offers are packages that use a unit system for each action you take (data (without 5G NR access), calls, and SMS).
The following rates are charged with the Freedom Units:
- 1 MB = 1 Freedom Unit
- 1 On-Net Minute = 1 Freedom Unit
- 1 Off-Net Minute = 5 Freedom Units
- 1 International Minute = 5 Freedom Units
- 1 Local SMS = 1 Freedom Unit
The following Freedom Offers are available, which can be purchased by dialing *151#:
| Price | Bundle | Freedom Units | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | Freedom Offer 1 | 40 units | 24 hours |
| 2 GHS | Freedom Offer 2 | 80 unites | 3 days |
| 5 GHS | Freedom Offer 3 | 200 units | 7 days |
| 10 GHS | Freedom Offer 4 | 400 units | 28 days |
| 20 GHS | Freedom Offer 5 | 800 units | 28 days |
| 50 GHS | Freedom Offer 6 | 2000 units | 28 days |
APN/Internet Settings – Vodafone Ghana
- Name: Ghana Vodafone
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
AirtelTigo
AirtelTigo is an operator that came from a merger between Airtel Ghana and Tigo Ghana. Both companies wanted to compete with MTN and Vodafone more, so they decided that a merger was the best course of action.
AirtelTigo is significantly smaller in terms of market share and subscribers, but on par with Vodafone Ghana. However, AirtelTigo has much slower speeds than MTN Ghana and just slower speeds than Vodafone Ghana.
This is what you will learn about AirtelTigo:
* Coverage
* How to Get an AirtelTigo SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Internet Packages
* APN Settings
Coverage – AirtelTigo
AirtelTigo has decent coverage in populated areas, such as Greater Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi.
Unfortunately, no reliable coverage map of AirtelTigo could be found. But I can say that their coverage is worse than MTN‘s and Vodafone‘s, but better than Glo‘s.
SIM Card Price – AirtelTigo
AirtelTigo SIM cards are sold for 2 GHS in AirtelTigo stores.
If you have forgotten your AirtelTigo phone number, dial *703# to retrieve it.
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – AirtelTigo
AirtelTigo recharge cards are sold in values of 0.5 GHS to 50 GHS. They can be purchased in AirtelTigo stores and many other retailers.
To top-up your AirtelTigo scratch card, dial *134*VoucherCode#.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, then you would dial *134*123456#.
Dial *124# to check your AirtelTigo balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – AirtelTigo
AirtelTigo has five data-featured prepaid plans:
- Fuse Xtra (combo)
- BigTime Data Bundles (data)
- Night Bundles (data)
- Sika Kokoo (data)
- Family Packs – XXL (data)
I will list all the prices in GHS (Ghanaian Cedi).
To convert GHS to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Fuse Xtra – AirtelTigo
Fuse Xtra Bundles are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes. The validity of the standard data allowance and minutes do not expire.
The following Fuse Xtra bundles are available, which can be purchased by dialing *111*2#:
| Price | Data | Local Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 GHS | 40 MB | 25 minutes | No expiry |
| 5 GHS | 120 MB | 120 minutes | No expiry |
| 10 GHS | 260 MB | 135 minutes | No expiry |
| 15 GHS | 400 MB | 205 minutes | No expiry |
BigTime Data Bundles – AirtelTigo
The BigTime Data Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access).
If you purchase a BigTime Data Bundle through AirtelTigo Money, you will get more data than activating a bundle through USSD (*111# and option 2) or with a scratch card.
The following Big Time Data Bundles are available if you activate them through *111# and choosing option 2:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 50 MB | No expiry |
| 2 GHS | 120 MB | No expiry |
| 3 GHS | 400 MB | No expiry |
| 5 GHS | 550 MB | No expiry |
| 10 GHS | 1 GB | No expiry |
| 20 GHS | 2 GB | No expiry |
| 50 GHS | 4.5 GB | No expiry |
| 100 GHS | 10 GB | No expiry |
| 200 GHS | 30 GB | No expiry |
| 300 GHS | 90 GB | No expiry |
| 350 GHS | 107.5 GB | No expiry |
| 400 GHS | 190 GB | No expiry |
Night Bundles – AirtelTigo
The Night Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access) to be used between 0:00 and 4:00 (12 AM – 4 AM).
The following Night Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *553#, option 3, and option 1:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 3 GHS | 4.5 GB | 00:00 – 04:00 |
| 5 GHS | 7.5 GB | 00:00 – 04:00 |
Sika Kokoo – AirtelTigo
The Sika Kokoo bundles are data bundles (without 5G NR access) with large data allowances, aimed at downloading large files.
The following Sika Kokoo Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *111*4#:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 3 GHS | 450 MB | 1 day |
| 5 GHS | 800 MB | 3 days |
| 6 GHS | 900 MB | 2 days |
| 10 GHS | 1.2 GB | 5 days |
| 11 GHS | 1.35 GB | 2 days |
| 15 GHS | 2.3 GB | 4 days |
| 20 GHS | 2.4 GB | 5 days |
| 50 GHS | 5 GB | 15 days |
Family Packs (XXL) – AirtelTigo
The Family Packs, also known as XXL Data Packs, are data plans (without 5G NR access) with large data allowances that can be shared between three family members (or AirtelTigo numbers).
The following XXL Family Packs are available, which can be purchased by dialing *111# and selecting option 4:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 99 GHS | 25 GB | 30 days |
| 200 GHS | 35 GB | 30 days |
| 350 GHS | 117.5 GB | 30 days |
APN/Internet Settings – AirtelTigo
- Name: AirtelTigo
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
Glo Ghana
Glo Ghana, just Glo, is the smallest operator in Ghana. However, they are the cheapest.
With a market share of less than 1%, it is surprising they have still been in business after all these years. Globacom, Glo's parent company from Nigeria, even laid a submarine cable with a landing point in Ghana, meaning that the operator has no plan on abandoning the Ghanaian market anytime soon.
Moreover, the Ghanaian Minister of Communications has warned Glo about their poor performance numerous times and has even threatened to suspend Glo’s operator license back in 2018.
Although that has not happened yet (and hopefully will not happen), Expresso Ghana, a suspended Ghanaian operator, was warned about the same thing, and the National Communication Authority (NCA) did not renew Expresso Ghana’s license when it was due for renewal.
This is what you will learn about Glo:
* Coverage
* How to Get a Glo SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Internet Packages
* APN Settings
Coverage – Glo Ghana
Glo has the worst coverage in Ghana. Coverage can mostly be found in urban regions.
No reliable coverage maps of Glo could be found. If you are staying in the big cities and towns, you will be fine. Anywhere else and your connectivity will suffer.
SIM Card Price – Glo Ghana
Glo SIM cards can be bought for 2 GHS in Glo stores, which are called Gloworld Locations.
If you have forgotten your Glo phone number, dial *193# to retrieve it.
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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Glo Ghana
Glo Refill cards are sold in Gloworld and other establishments in many places throughout Ghana in amounts of 1 GHS to 50 GHS. Online top-up is available too.
To redeem your Glo recharge card, dial *134*VoucherCode#.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *134*123456#.
Dial *127*VoucherCode# if you directly want to purchase a data bundle with your Glo recharge card.
Dial *124# to check your Glo balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Glo Ghana
Glo has four data-featured prepaid plans:
- Awesome Voice Pack (combo)
- Yakata Plus (combo)
- High Speed Internet (data)
- Twin Bash (data)
I will list all the prices in GHS (Ghanaian Cedi).
To convert GHS to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Awesome Voice Pack – Glo Ghana
The Awesome Voice Pack is a combo plan with data (without 5G NR access), nighttime data (0:00 – 5:00/12 AM – 5 AM), & minutes.
The following Awesome Voice Packs are available, which can be purchased by dialing *555#:
| Price | Data | Nighttime Data | Local Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 50 MB | 50 MB | 25 minutes | 2 days |
| 5 GHS | 250 MB | 250 MB | 125 minutes | 10 days |
Awesome Voice Packs auto-renews. Dial *555# to cancel auto-renewal.
Yakata Plus – Glo Ghana
Yakata Plus is a combo plan that includes data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.
The following Yakata Plus Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing *555#:
| Price | Data | On-Net Minutes 1 | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 250 MB | Unlimited | 2 days |
| 2 GHS | 500 MB | Unlimited | 4 days |
| 5 GHS | 1.25 GB | Unlimited | 10 days |
| 10 GHS | 2.5 GB | Unlimited | 20 days |
| 20 GHS | 5 GB | Unlimited | 40 days |
| 50 GHS | 12 GB | Unlimited | 100 days |
1 with free first minute call of the day to other networks
High Speed Internet Bundles – Glo Ghana
The High Speed Internet Bundles are data plans (without 5G NR access).
The following High Speed Internet Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing *555#:
| Price | Data | Validity | Gifting |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 300 MB | 2 days | Yes |
| 2 GHS | 600 MB | 4 days | Yes |
| 2 GHS | 1 GB | 1 day/Saturday | No |
| 2 GHS | 1 GB | 1 day/Sunday | No |
| 5 GHS | 1.5 GB | 10 days | Yes |
| 10 GHS | 3.2 GB | 7 days | Yes |
| 20 GHS | 4.2 GB | 30 days | No |
| 50 GHS | 14 GB | 30 days | No |
| 100 GHS | 40 GB | 30 days | No |
| 300 GHS | 350 GB | 30 days | No |
To check your High Speed Data Bundle balance, text STATUS to 127.
To share data, dial *127*00*PhoneNumber#.
To gift data, dial *127*ActivationCode*PhoneNumber#.
Twin Bash – Glo Ghana
Twin Bash is a data plan (without 5G NR access) which has a recharge method feautiring data to gift and airtime.
The following Twin Bash bundles are available, which can be activated by recharging through *127*VoucherCode#:
| Price | Data | Data to Gift | Airtime | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GHS | 80 MB | 40 MB | 6 GHS | 4 days |
| 2 GHS | 160 MB | 80 MB | 12 GHS | 10 days |
| 5 GHS | 400 MB | 200 MB | 30 GHS | 30 days |
| 10 GHS | 1000 MB | 500 MB | 60 GHS | 30 days |
| 20 GHS | 2400 MB | 1200 MB | 120 GHS | 30 days |
| 50 GHS | 8000 MB | 4000 MB | 300 GHS | 30 days |
To check your balance, text STATUS to 127. Checking your bonus can be done by dialing *124*4#.
To gift data, dial *127*ActivationCode*PhoneNumber#.
APN/Internet Settings – Glo Ghana
In most cases, your phone will automatically download the correct APN settings for your Glo Ghana SIM card. If that does not happen, text settings to 4777.
Otherwise, you will have to enter the settings manually (do not enter anything not mentioned below:
- Name: Glo
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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