Vodafone Idea Unveils International Roaming Packs for Hajj Pilgrims Heading to Saudi Arabia

Indian telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced what it calls industry-first International Roaming (IR) packs tailored for the Gulf region. The packs, available to both prepaid and postpaid customers, offer unlimited incoming calls along with generous data, free outgoing minutes, and SMS benefits. According to Vi, the long-validity feature ensures that pilgrims remain connected with their families and friends without incurring high international roaming charges.

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Gulf-Focused International Roaming Plans

“With Saudi Arabia’s annual Hajj Pilgrimage quota for India having been increased to over 1,75,000 this year, pilgrims from across the country are preparing to embark on the holy pilgrimage next week onwards,” Vi said on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, while announcing the special IR packs. Pilgrims can choose from plans with 20-day and 40-day validity, ensuring long-term coverage.

Vi IR Packs for Prepaid Users

Vi’s Rs 1,199 prepaid pack offers unlimited incoming calls, 2GB data, 150 minutes outgoing (local and to India from abroad), and Rs 15 per SMS, all with a validity of 20 days. Another prepaid pack, Rs 2,388, offers unlimited incoming calls, 4GB data, 300 minutes outgoing (local and to India), and Rs 15 per SMS, all with a validity of 40 days.

Post-quota outgoing call rates are Rs 10 per minute. Post-quota data rates will be applicable at Rs 10 per MB. According to Vi, both packs work in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Iraq.