telstra data and mobile plans for calls,text and internet

Last Updated on July 1, 2024 by admin

You will learn more telstra mobile plans, telstra plans and telstra prepaid plans at a glance more better understanding. The fastest and biggest mobile telecom in Australia has unveiled different plan for the numerous customers

The  award-winning mobile broadband and Australia’s largest 5G network has rolled out in selected areas on selected plans.  The telecom company offers two types of Pre-Paid plans, both with a range of SIM starter kits to choose from.

Which plan suits you depends on how much you use your mobile phone.

The  Pre-Paid Mobile plan is great value for everyday use, with included data, continuous data rollover, and unlimited calls and texts in Australia to standard Australian numbers with each recharge.

On the other hand,the Pre-Paid mobile Casual plan is a good option if you don’t use your phone all that often as it gives you longer expiry.  you can transfer your number from another service provider to Telstra on a new Pre-Paid service.

Read: How to get Optus IOU credit for Prepaid Mobile

How to get started on Telstra Pre-Paid

1. Buy a phone or SIM only-: To get start with Telstra Pre-Paid simply Buy a Prepaid phone (with SIM included) or bring your own phone and buy either an eSIM or physical SIM. You can keep your old number or get a new one with either SIM choice.

2. Choose your plan -: You can either choose  eSIM which allows you to purchase and activate your Pre-Paid service now in the My Telstra app. Or  With a physical SIM, you’ll need to wait until your SIM arrives in the mail and then activate it before you can use your service.

3. Track your data usage, update your contact details, get help it and more, in the My Telstra app. You can set up an auto recharge, so you don’t have to worry about running out of calls, texts and data. You’ll also continue receiving low credit and expiry SMS notifications from  the company.

How to recharge Telstra

You can recharge online. You can choose to recharge your service now, or you can choose to have a digital recharge voucher emailed to you for later use (available to selected recharges only).

A digital recharge voucher gives you the flexibility to pay for your recharge at a time that suits you and save it for when you need it. Or you can buy a voucher as a gift for someone else.

Also read: Optus data sharing:How do I share data with Optus

Telstra Data Plans

Minimum Monthly Charge Casual month to month {Read more Telstra Data Plans }

1.Extra Small (XS) with 5GB for $15/mth

2. Small (S) with 30GB for $25/mth -Network Access 3G, 4G/4GX
3. Medium (M) -60GB for $50/mth -Network Access 3G, 4G/4GX, 5G
4. Large (L)- 200GB for $75/mth- Network Access 3G, 4G/4GX, 5G

Calls + SMS +MMS To international numbers

1.Your plan doesn’t include an allowance for SMS and MMS to international numbers. If you send
2.SMS/MMS to an international number using a capable device, PAYG rates apply
3.SMS to international numbers – 50¢ per message sent per recipient
4.MMS to international numbers – 75¢ per message sent per recipient
For more info on SMS and MMS rates, see telstra.com.au/mobile-other-call-type

SIM Starter Kits and plans

for Pre-Paid mobile plan and Pre-Paid mobile casual read more on their plan here

 

Eligible Roaming Destinations

Visit for the latest list or for moretelstra.com/overseas
information on using your device overseas.

Bill Payment Charges

Direct Debit is preferred payment method, you can setit up anytime at telstra.com/directdebit

1.Paperless bills and electronic payments – Free
2.Payments made in person or by mail – Extra $1.00
3.Set up Email Bill at telstra.com/emailbill
Exemptions may apply. For details, visit online portal.

 

Telstra mobile plans

Telstra  mobile plans come with the following, all for use in Australia.

SIM only plans

Australia’s largest 5G network. Rolling out in selected areas on selected plans. Explore 5G
Bundle and save plans come with the following, all for use in Australia. Bundle plans are available to add on to The Essential and Premium plans.

Select a new Upfront Mobile plan

1. Telstra Upfront Mobile Plan Basic{ 40GB for $58/mth}
No excess data charges
No lock-in contract
Capped 4G and 5G speeds

Download speeds for included data are capped at 250Mbps on our 4G and 5G network, rolling out from August.
Read more on plan speeds
Earn Telstra Plus points

2. Telstra Upfront Mobile Plan Essential{ 180GB for $68/mth|
No excess data charges
No lock-in contract
Ultimate 4G and 5G speeds

Included data comes with access to our fastest download speeds on our 4G and 5G network.
Read more on plan speeds
Telstra Plus Silver upgrade

3. Telstra Upfront Mobile Plan Premium{ 300GB for $89/mth}
No excess data charges
No lock-in contract
Ultimate 4G and 5G speeds

Included data comes with access to our fastest download speeds on our 4G and 5G network.
Read more on plan speeds
Telstra Plus Gold upgrade

A year upgrade the first time you take up this plan. Not available for Small Business plans.

 

Mobile Bundle Plan{ call and data }

15GB for $47/mth

Min cost $115 including the cost of an Essential plan
Price may increase by CPI annually in July
Read more about CPI
No excess data charges
No lock-in contract
Calls and Data

SIM with unlimited standard national calls and texts.

Ideal for mobile phones.
Ultimate 4G and 5G speeds

Included data comes with access to our fastest download speeds on our 4G and 5G network.

 

Mobile Data Bundle Plan only

{ 10GB for $10/mth}

Min cost $78 including the cost of an Essential plan
Price may increase by CPI annually in July
Read more about CPI
No excess data charges
No lock-in contract
Data only

SIM with data, but no calls or texts.

Ideal for tablets and hotspots
Ultimate 4G and 5G speeds

Included data comes with access to our fastest download speeds on our 4G and 5G network.

 

 

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