Simple plans for everyday UK use
Starting from £6 a month Basics brings you unlimited UK calls and texts with your choice of data on our award-winning 4G network – covering more than 99% of the UK population.

Just the speed you need
All of our Basics plans come with a maximum data speed that lets you make video calls, stream music and video in HD, and do all the normal things like browsing and sharing online. Plus, an automatic cap on how much you use means you’ll never go over your limit.
Choose your SIM only plan
Roaming is not included
UK data
4GB
12 month SIM only plan
Unlimited UK minutes and texts
£6
a month
UK data
20GB
12 month SIM only plan
Unlimited UK minutes and texts
£8
a month
Big Data for £10
UK data
30GB
12 month SIM only plan
Unlimited UK minutes and texts
£10
a month
UK data
35GB
12 month SIM only plan
Unlimited UK minutes and texts
£15
a month
UK data
100GB
12 month SIM only plan
Unlimited UK minutes and texts
£20
a month
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Vodafone Basics plans are for use in the UK only. Roaming is unavailable on all Vodafone Basics SIMs. Only emergency calls are available abroad.
Want even more from your network?
Basics plans offer just what you need for everyday use in the UK. If you’re looking for more, take a look at our Red and Unlimited plans – they offer faster data speeds, inclusive roaming and access to our 5G network.
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FAQs
What is the difference between Vodafone Basics and other SIM only plans?
Vodafone Basics are our simple, everyday plans made for use in the UK. They come with unlimited UK minutes, texts and an allowance of UK data.
Vodafone Basics plans are capped so you never need to worry about going over your allowances. This means roaming, picture messages and Premium calls starting 09 are not available.
What isn't included in my Vodafone Basics SIM only plan?
Vodafone Basics plans offer an allowance of data, minutes and texts at a lower price. What they don't have is some of the features that can make your plan more expensive. If you're wondering whether there's anything you'd miss, make sure you check the full details of your plan in the table above in the "See full details" section.
Can I upgrade to a Vodafone Basics plan if I'm a Vodafone Pay monthly customer?
No, Vodafone Basics plans are only available for new customers joining us from another network, or if you're upgrading from Vodafone Pay as you go to a Vodafone Basics plan. See your upgrade offers
Can I upgrade on a Vodafone Basics plan?
Yes, you can upgrade to another SIM only plan at any point, meaning you can easily swap your Vodafone Basics plan to another if you find you need more data. For example, you could move from a £6 Vodafone Basics plan with 500MB of data a month, to a £10 Vodafone Basics plan with 3GB of data.
If you decide you need a plan that includes roaming as standard, you can take your home plan abroad with any of our other SIM only plans.
However, you can only upgrade to a plan with a phone once your 12-month Vodafone Basics contract ends.
If you upgrade to a Vodafone EVO plan, you can upgrade as soon as three months into your Phone Plan or just three months into your Airtime Plan (excluding customers who have already paid off their credit agreement).
Can I add an Extra to my Vodafone Basics plan?
Yes - two Extras are compatible with Vodafone Basics plans. You can add Data or 08 number minute Extras to your plan.
These can easily be activated by texting us a code. Both Extras will renew automatically every 30 days and the cost will be added to your bill each month until you choose to remove them from your plan. More details can be found in the MyVodafone app or by logging in to your account online.
Where can I use my plan?
Your Vodafone Basics plan is for use in the UK, so your SIM will use call and data barring to prevent roaming abroad.
If you decide you need a plan that includes roaming as standard, you can take your home plan abroad with any of our other SIM only plans.
How do I add more data to my Vodafone Basics plan?
The best way to get additional data is by upgrading to another Vodafone Basics plan with more data.
You can also add data to your plan when you activate a Data Extra. Your extra data lasts for a month, and you can opt in by texting us the relevant code, which can be found in the MyVodafone app or by logging in to your account online. Your Data Extra will renew automatically every 30 days and the cost will be added to your bill each month until you choose to remove them from your plan.
If you'd rather add more data straight to your plan, take a look at our other SIM only plans.
Are Vodafone Passes compatible with Vodafone Basics?
Vodafone Passes aren't compatible with Vodafone Basics. To see which of our SIM only plans are compatible with Vodafone Passes, please visit our SIM only plans page.
Can I keep my phone number with Vodafone Basics?
If you're new to Vodafone, or you're an existing Pay as you go customer, you can keep your phone number with your new Vodafone Basics plan.
Once you receive your SIM and your new phone number, simply fill out our Keep My Number Form to continue using your current Vodafone Pay as you go number.
If you're joining us from another network, you'll need a Porting Authorisation Code (PAC) from your old provider before you can fill in the form.
What type of calls can I make on Vodafone Basics?
You will be able to call standard UK mobiles and landlines (starting 01, 02 or 03) as well as Freefone numbers starting 0800, 0808 - when using your mobile in the UK.
You can also make calls to 084, 087 and 118 numbers, but these aren't included in your plan, so please remember that they are subject to an additional charge.
Your Vodafone Basics plan will not allow you to make Premium calls starting 09, International calls or any calls when roaming (except for Emergency numbers).
Do Vodafone Basics plans use 4G?
Yes, all our Vodafone Basics plans use our 4G network, covering 99% of the UK population.
These plans don’t offer access to our 5G network. If you’re looking for 5G coverage take a look at our other SIM only plans.
What size SIM card do I need?
Whichever SIM card you need, our Vodafone 3-in-1 MULTI SIM will do the job as it includes a Standard SIM, microSIM or nanoSIM - simply pop out the size you need.
If you're already a Vodafone customer and want to swap your Pay monthly contract to SIM only at the end of your agreement, you can keep the SIM card you've already got - we'll do the rest at our end.
Awards
Uswitch Best Sim Only Network Winner 2020
As awarded by Uswitch in February 2020. Uswitch Broadband and Mobiles Award winners are decided by customer satisfaction research and Uswitch’s team of judges, composed of industry experts and technology journalists. For more information about the awards, visit Uswitch awards
nPerf award
Based on nPerf testing during 2019, Vodafone was awarded: Best 2019 Mobile Internet Performance vs EE, O2 & Three. Results based on 35, 664 tests carried out on the nPerf app in the UK. As of January 2020, for full verification visit nPerf awards