On the best network, without subscription
Secure. Flexible. Independent.
Discover everything Swisscom Prepaid has to offer
Surf, stream, and make calls without a contract or fixed costs: with Swisscom Prepaid, you can use your mobile phone on Switzerland's best 5G network. Simply top up your prepaid account and use your cell phone however you like.
Prepaid basic tariff
With the Prepaid basic tariff, you can make calls at a per-minute rate and surf the web without fixed costs on Switzerland's best 5G network.
| | Surfing: 2.– per day |
| | Calls: 0.29 per min. |
| | SMS: 0.15 per SMS |
20.–
Starting credit
Prepaid add-on packages
Unlimited for a certain period of time, more data, or extra for children: choose the right package for your prepaid basic tariff (valid only in Switzerland).
Find the prepaid subscription that suits you
Whether in a personal consultation or online around the clock: we are happy to advise you.
What makes our prepaid subscriptions so popular
Activation worth 19.90 free of charge
| | Stay connected everywhere with Switzerland's best 5G network |
Multi-award-winning service
Protected thanks to free call filter and Internet Guard
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Why prepaid?
Discover your advantages
On the best network, without subscription
Always keep an eye on your costs
Ideal for your first cell phone or for grandparents: with Swisscom Prepaid, you always have your costs under control. This means you can stay connected to your loved ones on Switzerland's best network – without a subscription.
Maximum flexibility
Take what you need
Whether for your tablet, second cell phone, or occasional use: with Swisscom Prepaid, you remain independent and flexible. You only book your data packages when you need them – without a contract or basic fees.
Give prepaid credit as a gift
Give the gift of time with your loved ones
Whether it's a birthday, Christmas, or just because: with prepaid credit, you can give your family and friends what really matters – time to talk, write, and share. Simply give them a voucher.
Frequently asked questions about prepaid subscriptions
Find your answers
How can I check my credit balance?
You can check your credit balance at any time free of charge in the Cockpit or by text message.
- In the Cockpit: You can view your current credit balance at any time at cockpit.swisscom.ch. Access is free worldwide and is also possible even if your credit balance is 0.
- By text message: Text STATUS to 444. You will receive a text message with your current credit balance.
Can prepaid credit expire?
Prepaid credit expires in the following cases. This means that the prepaid SIM becomes invalid and the phone number is returned to Swisscom:
- You transfer your number to another provider (number porting)
- Prepaid SIM has not been used for 12 months
- Prepaid service is being misused
What happens to the prepaid credit if it is not used?
If the prepaid service is not used for 12 months, the SIM card or eSIM profile becomes invalid, the remaining prepaid credit lapses and the number reverts to Swisscom without compensation in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions for Mobile Prepaid Services.
Non-use comprises all activities that do not result in a change (reduction or increase) to the prepaid credit, e.g.:
- Switching on the mobile device
- Incoming text messages
- Usage (calls, text messages, mobile data communication) that does not result in a reduction to the prepaid credit in the specific case (e.g. because it is covered by a paid-for package (option))
Use comprises all activities that result in a change (reduction or increase) to the prepaid credit in each specific case, e.g.:
- Topping up prepaid credit
- Purchasing packages/options
- Usage (outgoing calls, sending text messages, mobile data communications) that results in a reduction to the prepaid credit in the specific case
How many prepaid numbers are allowed per person?
A maximum of five prepaid numbers are allowed per person. The purchase or registration of a prepaid SIM may be refused if there are signs of future misuse or if the customer already has 5 prepaid SIMs.
Can a prepaid number be resold?
No, the resale of the prepaid number is not permitted. Swisscom makes them available to the customer exclusively for their own use. The phone numbers do not become the property of the customer and may not be sold to third parties. Swisscom may withdraw or change phone numbers without compensation in the event of an intended or completed sale.
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