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Get your 30-Day Free Trial today.

This is your chance to put SA’s newest mobile network to the test. Try out our Data, coverage and service for a full month with unlimited calls and 5 GB of Data. When you’re done, you’ll automatically move onto our 5GB monthly plan, unless you cancel or move to another plan.

Start Free Trial

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Get immediate help over WhatsApp.

Enjoy the flexibility of month-to-month plans.

Save money, every month, on Voice & Data.

We're backed by MTN, so you're covered wherever you go.

Keep your Number.
You can port your number to Melon in one day.

Here’s how to get your free trial:

Before long, you’ll be a Melon test pilot, discovering the freedom, flexibility and control of Melon Mobile.

1

Click “Start Free Trial”.

First page of Melon Mobile register screen

2

Register using your social logins or email address.

Melon Mobile free trial verification page to check your ID

3

To verify it's you, enter your SA ID or Passport number.

If you’ve previously registered with us, you’ll need to chat to one of our support team members.
Melon Mobile free trial page to choose your sim

4

Choose a SIM. Get a physical SIM delivered or download an eSIM.

If you already have a Melon SIM, you can use that.
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5

You’ll now pay using your debit or credit card.

Time to checkout. The trial itself is free, but we do have to charge R30 delivery fee for a physical SIM and R5 SIM Activation Fee.
Melon Mobile app home screen to login or register

6

Download the Melon Mobile App and select “Login”.

Melon Mobile app screen after a user has logged in

7

Follow the in-app instructions to RICA and Activate your SIM.

Your free trial only starts once you have activated your SIM.

100 000 customers and counting.

"Blown Away!"

“I have been blown away by the ease and convenience of Melon mobile”

Anthony - Dainfern
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"Best Service"

"Melon Mobile 5/5. Your customer service is amazing"

Quinton H
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"Simple Sign-Up"

"Chatting to the agents over WhatsApp made the onboarding process so easy. 5 Stars."

Allouise
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"Great Network"

"I’ve never had a problem with network coverage. I’m always connected”

Alex A
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"Instant Support"

"I don’t think there’s a better customer service team out there. Keep up the great work Melon!”

Valerie
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