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Lebara recharge
from anywhere.

Top up any Lebara United Kingdom number from abroad. Enter the number, pick a plan, pay by card. Credit lands in minutes.

How to recharge Lebara from abroad

  1. 1Enter the number. Type the Lebara United Kingdom mobile number with the country code (+44). The operator is detected automatically; no account or app needed.
  2. 2Pick a plan. Choose airtime or a data or validity plan. What the number receives and the validity are shown before you pay.
  3. 3Pay by card. Pay from abroad with Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Your bank may ask you to confirm in its app; that takes a few seconds.
  4. 4Delivered in minutes. The recharge lands on the Lebara number within about a minute and you get a receipt by email. If the operator rejects it, you are refunded in full.

Lebara plans and prices

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Quick answer

To top up a Lebara number online, enter the UK mobile number starting 07400 123456, choose a top-up amount, and pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. The credit or plan is delivered in minutes. Top-ups start. Lebara prepaid lines only. The operator is detected from the number, so no network selection is needed.

Last checked: September 2026

You can top up a Lebara UK number online by entering the mobile number, choosing an amount, and paying by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. The top-up is delivered to the number in minutes. This works for Lebara prepaid lines only. Top-ups start. The operator is detected from the number, so you do not need to select a network manually.

How to top up a Lebara number online

Topping up a Lebara number online takes a few steps. You need the UK mobile number, a payment method, and a few minutes. The top-up is sent directly to the Lebara prepaid line. No app download or account registration is required. The number is checked before payment so you can confirm it is correct.

  1. Enter the Lebara mobile number in national or international format. For example, 07400 123456 or +44 7400 123456. The number has 10 digits after the leading zero, which is dropped in international format.
  2. Choose the top-up amount or plan from the options shown. The available options appear once the number is entered.
  3. Pay using a debit or credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The price includes a service fee shown before you confirm payment.
  4. Wait for the confirmation. The credit or plan is usually added to the Lebara line within minutes.

The plans and what lands on the phone

Lebara prepaid lines can receive either credit or a plan. Credit is added to the balance and can be used for calls, texts, and data. Plans bundle allowances for a set period. The exact options depend on the number and are shown after you enter it. The amount displayed is what lands on the phone after any operator tax.

When you top up with credit, the balance increases and you can use it for any chargeable service on the Lebara line. If you choose a plan, the allowance is applied to the number. The available plans and their validity periods are shown once the number is entered. The amount shown at checkout is the amount that reaches the phone. If the operator applies tax, it is already included in the displayed amount.

Entering the number correctly

The Lebara number must be entered correctly to avoid delays. UK mobile numbers start with 07400 123456. You can enter it with or without the country code. The leading zero is dropped when using +44. The system checks the number and detects the operator automatically.

If you enter the number in national format, use the full 10-digit number including the leading zero, for example 07400 123456. In international format, replace the leading zero with +44, so 07400 123456 becomes +44 7400 123456. Double-check the digits before paying. A wrong number may result in the top-up going to a different line, and it cannot always be reversed.

If a top-up does not go through

Most top-ups complete within minutes. If it does not arrive, check the number first. A mistyped digit is the most common cause. If the number is correct, wait a little longer. Some top-ups can take longer during busy periods. If the problem continues, contact your payment provider or the operator.

If the top-up does not appear after a reasonable time, verify that the number is an active Lebara prepaid line. Top-ups cannot be applied to contract or pay monthly lines. If the number is correct and active, check your payment confirmation for any error messages. In some cases, the payment may be pending. If you used a card, your bank may show the transaction as pending before it completes. Do not attempt the same top-up repeatedly, as this may result in multiple charges.

Paying safely

Payments are processed securely. You can pay by card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The price includes a service fee that is shown before you confirm. No card details are stored on the site. The payment is processed by a third-party provider.

When you pay, you will see the total amount including any service fee before you finalise the transaction. This is the amount that will be charged. The top-up is delivered to the number you entered. Keep the confirmation for your records. If you have any issues, you can use the confirmation to follow up with your payment provider.

Useful Lebara codes and rules

Check balance
Dial *#1345# to see the balance on screen, or 5588 to hear it. MyLebara online and the app show it too. Source: lebara.co.uk
Top-up not showing
Lebara says top-ups can take a couple of minutes to update; if the balance has not changed after four hours, contact Lebara customer services. Source: lebara.co.uk

Checked against Lebara's official site on 21 September 2026.

Questions, answered

How do I top up a Lebara UK number online?

Enter the Lebara mobile number, choose a top-up amount, and pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. The credit or plan is delivered in minutes. The operator is detected from the number, so no manual network selection is needed. Top-ups start.

Can I top up someone else's Lebara number?

Yes. You can top up any Lebara prepaid number as long as you have the correct mobile number. The top-up is sent directly to that line. You do not need to be the account holder. Just enter the number and pay.

What happens if I enter the wrong Lebara number?

If you enter a wrong number, the top-up may go to a different line. It cannot always be reversed. Double-check the number before paying. If you notice a mistake, contact your payment provider immediately. The operator cannot always retrieve funds sent to a wrong number.

How long does a Lebara top-up take to arrive?

Most top-ups arrive within minutes. Occasionally it may take longer during busy periods. If it does not arrive after a reasonable time, check the number you entered. If the number is correct, contact your payment provider or the operator for assistance.

Can I top up a Lebara contract line?

No. This top-up service is for Lebara prepaid lines only. It cannot be used for contract or pay monthly lines. If you have a contract, you need to pay your bill through your usual method. The top-up adds credit or a plan to an existing prepaid line.

How do I check my Lebara UK balance?

Dial *#1345# to see the balance on screen, or 5588 to hear it. MyLebara online and the app show it too.

What if a Lebara top-up does not show?

Lebara says top-ups can take a couple of minutes to update; if the balance has not changed after four hours, contact Lebara customer services.

How do I enter an UK mobile number?

Enter it with the country code +44. A number written locally as 07400 123456 becomes +44 7400 123456, so drop the leading 0 after the country code. UK mobile numbers have 10 digits after the country code. The example is a format guide, not a real number.

How do I recharge a Lebara number from abroad?

Enter the number with the country code, pick a plan and pay by card. The operator is detected automatically and the credit goes straight to the phone. You do not need an account or a bank account in United Kingdom.

How much does a Lebara recharge cost?

Plans currently start from $9.34 and go up to $88.10, including our service fee. The exact price is shown before you pay, with no extra charges at checkout.

Can I recharge someone else's Lebara number?

Yes. Slashtel tops up any prepaid Lebara number in United Kingdom, your own or a family member's. You only need the number; the person does not need an account.

What if I enter the wrong number?

Recharges are delivered instantly and cannot be reversed once they reach a valid number, so check the number before you pay. If the operator rejects the number, Slashtel resends or refunds you in full.

What currency do I pay in?

Prices on this page are in US dollars and include the Slashtel service fee. At checkout your card may be shown and charged in your local currency, and the exact amount is confirmed before you pay.

Is it safe to pay on Slashtel?

Yes. Payments are processed by Stripe with 3D Secure where your bank supports it, and Slashtel never sees or stores your full card details.

How long does the recharge take?

Most recharges arrive within a few minutes. If the phone is switched off, the credit lands when it next connects. You get a confirmation email with your order reference.

What happens if the recharge fails?

If the operator rejects the recharge, we resend it. If it still can't be delivered, write to esim@slashtel.com or message us on WhatsApp with your order reference and we'll sort it out.

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