Which providers offer prepaid
In the Netherlands, providers such as Lebara, Lycamobile and the prepaid variants of major networks sell credit that you top up in fixed amounts. Amounts typically range between 5 and 50 euros per top-up.
Topping up without a Dutch bank account
Anyone without an iDEAL account can buy credit with a credit card or via an online prepaid top-up code that links directly to the phone number. This is especially useful for tourists, seasonal workers and expats who've just arrived.
How to redeem an online top-up
You buy an online credit code for the correct provider. Then follow that provider's official redemption steps and check your balance in its app, account or published phone method.
Avoiding an expired balance
Inactivity and validity rules differ by provider. Check the current period and required activity in your provider's official terms.
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- How long does prepaid credit stay valid in the Netherlands?
- This differs by provider. Check validity and the consequences of inactivity in your provider's official terms.
- Can I top up from abroad?
- Yes, you can redeem online top-up codes from any country, as long as you have the Dutch phone number handy.
- Do all codes work with any provider?
- No, a top-up code is tied to a specific provider, so buy the code that matches the SIM you already have.
