Friendi Mobile Oman runs on Omantel’s network and targets price-conscious expat workers — primarily South Asian and African communities. Its prepaid plans pack cheap data + free Flexi minutes to India, Pakistan, Bangladeshat some of the lowest rates in the GCC.
Quick Answer
Best entry data plan:Weekly 3GB at OMR 2.
Best monthly value:8GB at OMR 5 or 45GB at OMR 21.
Best for calling home:Combo plans OMR 4–15 with Flexi minutes to India / Pakistan / Bangladesh.
Weekly Data Plans
| Plan | Price (OMR) | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly 3GB | 2 | 3 GB | 7 days |
Monthly Data Plans
| Plan | Price (OMR) | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly 6GB | 4 | 6 GB | 4 weeks |
| Monthly 8GB | 5 | 8 GB | 4 weeks |
| Monthly 45GB | 21 | 45 GB | 4 weeks |
Combo Plans (Data + Flexi Minutes)
| Plan | Price (OMR) | Data | Flexi Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combo 5GB | 4 | 5 GB | 30 min |
| Combo 10GB | 7 | 10 GB | 100 min |
| Combo 18GB | 10 | 18 GB | 180 min |
| Combo 28GB | 15 | 28 GB | 280 min |
Flexi minutes can be used for calls to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and local Oman numbers.
Activation
- Activate plan:Dial
*303# - Check balance/validity:Dial
*250# - Recharge:Dial
*121*voucher code#or via Friendi App - Customer care:71111
Pay-As-You-Go Data
If Smart Bundle auto-renew is ON: 9 Baisa/MBfor out-of-bundle data. Without auto-renew, rates are higher — keep auto-renew enabled to stay protected.
Why Friendi for Oman?
- Lowest entry-level data prices in Oman (3GB for OMR 2)
- Free Flexi minutes to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh — essential for South Asian expats
- Runs on Omantel’s network — same coverage everywhere Omantel reaches
- Strong English + Hindi + Urdu customer support
- Easy app-based management without store visits
How to Get a Friendi SIM
- Visit any Friendi outlet, Omantel store, or supermarket.
- Show Resident Card and one passport-size photo.
- SIM activates within 1 hour.
- Top up with any prepaid voucher or via the Friendi App.
Verified May 2026. Prices exclude 5% VAT.
At a Glance
| Price Range | OMR 2–21/month (excl. VAT) |
| Data | 3 GB – 45 GB |
| Contract | No contract — prepaid |
| Best For | Expat workers, low-budget users, calls to India/Pakistan/Bangladesh |
| Last Verified | May 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cheapest Friendi data plan?
Weekly 3GB at OMR 2 — the cheapest weekly data plan in Oman. Or Monthly 6GB at OMR 4 for longer-term usage.
Free calling to India / Pakistan?
Yes — Combo plans (OMR 4–15) include Flexi minutes that work for calls to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and local Oman numbers. No separate international plan needed for these destinations.
Does Friendi work on Omantel network?
Yes — Friendi is a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) running on Omantel's network. Coverage and quality match Omantel's.
How to activate a Friendi plan?
Dial *303# from your Friendi SIM and follow the menu. Or use the Friendi Mobile app for one-tap activation.
Friendi vs Omantel / Ooredoo for expats?
Friendi is cheaper and tailored for South Asian/African expat workers. Omantel has wider service breadth (postpaid, fiber, etc). Ooredoo is best for urban Muscat/Sohar users wanting English-first service.