Explore Glo’s top short-term data plans in 2025, designed for travelers, students, freelancers, or anyone who needs affordable yet flexible data for just a few days. Connect without overcommitting.

Why Choose Glo’s Short-Term Data Plans?

Balancing data needs can be challenging. Daily bundles might feel restrictive, while monthly subscriptions might overshoot your requirement or budget. Glo’s refreshed short-term data plans bridge this gap effectively, delivering generous data volumes for exactly the period you need—no more, no less.

These short-term plans particularly suit:

• Travelers & Visitors: Staying briefly in Nigeria, needing reliable data without wasteful spending.
• Interim Usage: When your monthly subscription expires early and payday is still around the corner.
• Students & Freelancers: Handling short, data-intensive tasks like research projects, video calls, or urgent client meetings.
• Diaspora Nigerians: Conveniently gifting data from abroad (UK, US, Canada, Switzerland) for short, crucial periods.

 

Understanding Glo’s 2-Day to 14-Day Bundles in 2025

Glo simplified its short-term data catalogue in 2025, making it easy to select and activate exactly what you need. Here's a quick snapshot of the updated offerings:

Plan Name	Day Data	Night Bonus (12 AM–5 AM)	Total Volume	Validity	Price (₦)	Cost/MB	USSD Code
235 MB Plan	210 MB	25 MB	235 MB	2 Days	₦200	₦0.85	*312*1*03#
1.5 GB Weekly	500 MB	1,024 MB (1 GB)	1,524 MB	7 Days	₦500	₦0.33	*312*2*01#
1.1 GB Fortnight	1,126 MB	–	1,126 MB	14 Days	₦750	₦0.67	*312*2*05#
3.5 GB Weekly	1,536 MB	2,048 MB (2 GB)	3,584 MB	7 Days	₦1,000	₦0.28	*312*2*02#
8.5 GB Weekly	6,144 MB	2,560 MB (2.5 GB)	8,704 MB	7 Days	₦2,000	₦0.23	*312*2*03#
20.5 GB Weekly	18,944 MB	2,048 MB (2 GB)	20,992 MB	7 Days	₦5,000	₦0.24	*312*2*04#

 

Who Benefits Most from Glo’s Short-Term Plans?

Travelers & Short-Term Visitors

Stay connected hassle-free during short trips to Nigeria. Weekly plans like 3.5 GB for ₦1,000 or the robust 8.5 GB for ₦2,000 offer peace of mind without overspending.

Students & Researchers

Complete assignments, stream lectures, or collaborate on projects without worrying about exhausting monthly bundles. The popular 1.5 GB for ₦500 weekly plan covers typical educational needs, while the 3.5 GB (₦1,000) or 8.5 GB (₦2,000) comfortably supports video-heavy usage.

Freelancers & Professionals

Short-term contracts or urgent tasks benefit greatly from plans like the 7-day 20.5 GB for ₦5,000, perfect for video conferencing, large uploads, and high-intensity workdays.

Diaspora Gifting

Nigerians abroad (US, UK, Canada, Switzerland) can easily purchase short-term bundles for family back home during special occasions—exam weeks, medical appointments, weddings—ensuring immediate connectivity at minimal cost.

Detailed Analysis of Popular Plans

235 MB Plan (₦200, 2 Days)

• Best For: Emergency connectivity, quick social media updates, brief browsing sessions.
• Advantages: Lowest short-term price, extra 25 MB night data for midnight quick downloads or updates.
• Limitations: Suitable only for very light use; expires quickly.

1.5 GB Weekly (₦500, 7 Days)

• Ideal Users: Moderate users—students attending online classes or light streaming.
• Strengths: Perfect balance of data and affordability, complemented by 1 GB night bonus for updates.
• Recommendation: Great cost-to-value ratio for average weekly needs.

3.5 GB Weekly (₦1,000, 7 Days)

• Target Users: Remote workers, content streamers, or travelers with daily moderate internet use.
• Benefits: Generous day and night split for balanced usage.
• Note: Excellent for short, data-intense weeks without exceeding budget.

8.5 GB Weekly (₦2,000, 7 Days)—Most Popular

• Who Loves It: Heavy streamers, gamers, remote professionals, or families on vacation.
• Biggest Perk: High daily allowance (~1 GB/day) at very low cost per MB (₦0.23).
• Why It Stands Out: Ideal balance of data volume, affordability, and versatility for various intensive activities.

20.5 GB Weekly (₦5,000, 7 Days)

• Best For: Small business users, digital nomads, or event planners.
• Top Advantage: Huge volume of data at an attractive rate; covers virtually all professional tasks and heavy streaming needs comfortably.

1.1 GB Fortnight (₦750, 14 Days)

• Perfect For: Occasional or minimal users needing consistent but small data access over two weeks.
• Strength: Extended validity period; low-cost maintenance of active connectivity.

How to Subscribe Easily

USSD Code Subscription:

• Dial *312#
• Navigate to “Weekly Plans”
• Select your preferred bundle (e.g., 8.5 GB Weekly).

SMS Subscription:

• Text the specific plan code (e.g., “8.5GB”) to 312.

Glo Café App:

• Open Glo Café app → Data Plans → Weekly Plans.
• Select and instantly activate your chosen bundle.

Diaspora Online Top-Up:

• Visit reliable platforms like SmartSMSSolutions.
• Choose your preferred short-term bundle.
• Enter recipient’s Nigerian number.
• Pay securely using international payment methods (Visa, Mastercard, PayPal).
• Data activates instantly upon payment.

Tips for Maximizing Short-Term Data Usage

• Night Bonus Strategy: Schedule system updates, heavy downloads, or Netflix content during night bonus hours (12 AM–5 AM).
• Control Background Apps: Disable unnecessary background data usage to maximize your allowance.
• Usage Monitoring: Regularly dial *312*0# or check via the Glo Café App to manage your data proactively.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can short-term bundles roll over unused data?
Typically, short-term bundles don't support rollover. Unused data expires at the end of the validity period.

Can I subscribe to multiple short-term plans simultaneously?
Yes, multiple plans can run concurrently. Data typically consumes in order of validity expiration (shortest validity first).

Are there hidden fees or auto-renewals?
Auto-renewal is opt-in. Clearly choose renewal preferences during activation to avoid unintended charges.

 

Diaspora Gifting Made Simple

From New York to London, Toronto to Zurich—short-term bundles offer the simplest way to gift loved ones in Nigeria immediate connectivity without overspending:

• Use platforms like SmartSMSSolutions.
• Choose a suitable short-term bundle.
• Pay in your local currency via secure international transactions.
• The recipient enjoys instant activation and immediate connectivity.

 

Final Verdict: Flexible Connectivity on Demand

Glo’s refreshed 2-day to 14-day data plans for 2025 expertly fill the gap between restrictive daily bundles and expensive monthly commitments. Offering a balanced mix of affordability, flexibility, and generous data volumes, these plans serve diverse needs—from short business trips and student projects to diaspora gifting and interim usage.

• For quick emergencies or short stays, the 235 MB (₦200) is ideal.
• Moderate users find comfort in the weekly 3.5 GB (₦1,000) or 8.5 GB (₦2,000) bundles.
• Heavy users and businesses benefit tremendously from the generous 20.5 GB (₦5,000) plan.

Dial *312# now or conveniently gift online via SmartSMSSolutions to enjoy seamless, cost-effective short-term connectivity.