Calling from Thuraya to Thuraya - 0.99 units/min
Calling from Thuraya to almost all other networks - 1.49 units/min
Thuraya to other Satellite Networks - 8.00 units/min
Calling hard to reach destinations, such as some small pacific islands - 4.99 units/min
SMS - 0.49 units/message
Data/fax - same as calls
Free to receive calls and text
GMPRS data - 5 units per Mb, billed in 10kb increments
Calls billed in 60 second increments
No charge to receive calls & text messages
Annual Fee information: http://www.thurayarecharge.com/All-about-Thuraya-Sim-Card-Validity/

Thuraya Prepay enables you to credit your existing Thuraya account at any time, using scratch cards purchased from one of our service providers in more than 140 countries.

How to refill your Thuraya Prepay account?
Refill your Thuraya Prepay account in any of the following ways:

Refill using Scratch Cards
Thuraya offers scratch cards that are available in various denominations starting as low as 10 units. These can be used to refill your Prepay account in any of the following ways:

Call 150 and follow voice prompts to enter scratch card details.
Send SMS to 150 (message ? 14-digit scratch card PIN code, starting and ending with #)
Dial 160 followed by 14-digit scratch card PIN code. Press `Dial'.
Key in 150 scratch card PIN code # then press the 'Dial' button. (to refill even while roaming in GSM). More
Refill online at http://services.thuraya.com

More Information
ACTIVATION FEE	$0.00
PRODUCT TYPE	SATELLITE PHONE
BRAND	THURAYA
NETWORK	THURAYA
CONSTELLATION	2 SATELLITES
USAGE AREA	EUROPE, AFRICA, ASIA, AUSTRALIA
SERVICE	THURAYA VOICE
FEATURES	PHONE, TEXT MESSAGING
FREQUENCY	L BAND (1-2 GHz)
SIM VALIDITY	12 MONTHS
COMPATIBLE WITH	THURAYA X5, THURAYA XT, THURAYA XT-LITE, THURAYA XT-PRO, THURAYA XT-PRO DUAL, THURAYA XT-DUAL
SHIPS FROM	ELECTRONIC DELIVERY

Thuraya Satellite Phone Coverage Map

Thuraya Coverage Map

Thuraya's robust satellite network provides coverage in the most remote locations, ensuring congestion-free satellite communications to keep you connected at all times. From innovative satellite design to the reliability of each Thuraya device and accessory, we provide a truly superior satellite communication solution beyond the boundaries of terrestrial systems and cellular networks.

The Thuraya network does not cover north or south America.

Product Questions

Do SIM cards come activated?

Your SIM card will be shipped inactive. Once you receive your sim, visit the activation page to initiate your service.

How do I activate my SIM?

Once you receive your new SIM card, contact us when you are ready for your card to be activated. Activation requests can be made 24 hours per day, 7 days per week via the SIM Activation Page.

How long does it take to activate my SIM?

SIM activations can typically be done within 2 business days, Monday thru Friday, during normal business hours. Activation details, including your Iridium phone number and expiry date, will be forwarded by email once your SIM is active. A free text message will also be sent to your phone.

How is this SIM shipped?

We offer free shipping anywhere in the world on all Iridium SIM cards. Free shipping is by standard first class mail and does not offer tracking information. We also offer Express Economy and Overnight Delivery.

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