Friendi Mobile is the cheapest operator in Oman for international calls to South Asia. Combo plans include free Flexi minutes to India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, while dedicated international call packs offer further savings.
Quick Answer
Best for India calls:300 Minutes to India pack — valid 30 days.
Best for daily calling:Combo plans with Flexi minutes (OMR 4–15).
Best for occasional calls:Standard pay-per-use international rates.
Flexi Minute Combo Plans
Combo plans include data + Flexi minutes usable for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and local Oman calls:
| Combo Plan | Price (OMR) | Data | Flexi Minutes (Intl + Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combo 5GB | 4 | 5 GB | 30 |
| Combo 10GB | 7 | 10 GB | 100 |
| Combo 18GB | 10 | 18 GB | 180 |
| Combo 28GB | 15 | 28 GB | 280 |
Dedicated India Calling Packs
| Pack | Price (OMR) | India Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Min to India | ~2 | 50 | 30 days |
| 300 Min to India | ~8 | 300 | 30 days |
Standard International Rates
Without an active pack, international calls are charged at standard rates per minute. Always activate a pack beforemaking calls — Friendi packs are dramatically cheaper than standard rates for India / Pakistan / Bangladesh.
Activation
- Dial
*303#and pick an international or combo pack - Or use the Friendi Mobile app — one-tap activation
- Packs activate immediately if balance is sufficient
Comparison: Friendi vs Omantel for International Calls
- Friendi:Lowest rates to India / Pakistan / Bangladesh; Flexi minutes bundled with data
- Omantel:Wider international coverage but typically pricier per-minute to South Asia
- Ooredoo:Good for European / Western calls; comparable to Omantel for South Asia
Pro Tips
- Combo plans (OMR 4 for 30 min + 5GB) are better value than buying data and minutes separately
- For frequent India callers, the 300-minute pack at OMR 8 (~2.7 Baisa/min) is unbeatable
- Keep auto-renew ON on your Smart Bundle for cheaper out-of-bundle data (9 Baisa/MB vs higher PAYG rates)
- Use WhatsApp / IMO / Botim over data for free voice/video calls home
Verified May 2026. Prices exclude 5% VAT. Friendi runs occasional promo packs — check the app for live offers.
At a Glance
| Price Range | OMR 2–15 per pack (excl. VAT) |
| Data | 5 GB – 28 GB on Combo plans |
| Contract | No contract — prepaid |
| Best For | South Asian expats calling India / Pakistan / Bangladesh |
| Last Verified | May 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cheapest way to call India from Oman?
Friendi 300-minute India pack at around OMR 8 for 300 minutes — about 2.7 Baisa per minute. Or use WhatsApp/IMO over data for free.
Are Flexi minutes only for India?
No — Flexi minutes work for calls to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, AND local Oman numbers. Versatile for South Asian expats.
Which countries does Friendi cover for international calls?
Friendi has dedicated packs for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh. Other destinations are charged at standard international rates per minute.
Can I make calls without a pack?
Yes, but at standard rates which are much higher. Always activate a pack first.
Friendi vs Vava (Ooredoo) for South Asia calling?
Friendi is purpose-built for South Asian expats with the cheapest packs to India / Pakistan / Bangladesh. Vava is a closer competitor in pricing on some destinations.