The United Arab Emirates marks its 54th National Day on 2 December 2025. To celebrate, telecom providers usually unveil special deals. For du customers this year, the company is increasing last year’s 53GB giveaway to 54 GB, reflecting the country’s 54th birthday. The bonus high‑speed 5G data lets subscribers stream, game or video call without using their regular allowance.
Key takeaway: According to consumer‑focused guides summarising du’s promotions, the company is offering 54GB of free national data to both prepaid and post‑paid users during the Eid Al Etihad celebrations. Post‑paid customers receive the data automatically for seven days, while prepaid customers on the Flexi Yearly plan get a 12‑month validity.
Overview of du’s 54GB offer
Every year du celebrates National Day with free data. Last year the operator gave away 53GB to mark the UAE’s 53rd birthday. In 2025 the offer increases to 54GB, matching the 54th National Day. According to consumer reports:
- The offer applies to both post‑paid and prepaid du customers.
- Post‑paid users receive 54GB of national data automatically, valid for seven days.
- Prepaid customers on the Flexi Yearly plan get 54GB valid for twelve months after activation.
- Customers can activate through the du app or by dialling 111 100# for the Flexi Yearly plan.
The 2025 National Day holidays run from 1 December (Monday) to 2 December (Tuesday). Du’s free‑data bundles will be available from 1 December 2025 and the seven‑day validity starts once customers receive the activation SMS.
Post‑paid customers
If you use a post‑paid du SIM, you don’t need to do anything to receive the National Day bonus. Consumer guides note that du automatically credits 54GB of national data to eligible post‑paid accounts. Key points:
- Automatic activation: Post‑paid users do not need to opt in. When the promotion starts on 1 December, du will send an SMS confirming the bundle’s activation.
- Validity: The 54GB of data is valid for seven days from activation. Any unused data expires when the promotion ends.
- National use only: This data can be used on the 5G network within the UAE. It does not include roaming.
- Check your usage: Use the du app or dial 155# to check the remaining balance.
Prepaid customers
Prepaid customers can also enjoy the National Day bonus, but there are conditions. According to du’s 2025 promotion outline:
- Plan requirement: You must be subscribed to du’s Flexi Yearly plan. If you aren’t already on this plan, you can switch via the du app or by dialling 111 100#
- 50 % discount: New Flexi Yearly subscribers receive 50 % off their annual fee.
- Activation: After subscribing, open the du app, navigate to Special Offers and redeem the 54GB National Day bundle.
- Long validity: Once activated, the 54GB of national data remains valid for 12 months.
- Last date to claim: You must activate the offer before 31 December 2025.
This long‑term bonus is ideal for users who prefer to spread the 54GB across the year rather than using it within a week.
Roaming bundles for travellers
For customers travelling abroad during the National Day holidays, du is also promoting special roaming bundles. While the company’s detailed announcement is hosted on a JavaScript‑heavy page that isn’t easily accessible for citation, du’s Eid Al Etihad promotion page lists the following limited‑time options:
| Bundle | Included allowance | Price | Activation | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaming Data (Promo) | 54GB roaming data (normally 15 GB) valid for 7 days | AED 200 | Activate via du app or SMS keyword W to 5102 | Available if you purchase between 1–3 December 2025; data starts when you receive the activation SMS. |
| Roaming Combo (Promo) | 54GB roaming data + 250 roaming minutes (normally 5 GB data) valid for 7 days | AED 250 | Activate via du app or SMS keyword W1 to 5102 | Available if you purchase between 1–3 December 2025. Minutes can be used to receive or make calls while travelling. |
If you plan to travel during the National Day long weekend, these promo bundles provide significantly larger allowances than standard roaming packages. Remember that the promo price and allowances apply only when purchasing between 1 December and 3 December 2025. After that, du’s regular roaming bundles resume.
How to activate your free data
Below are the steps to claim your National Day bonuses:
- Post‑paid users:
- Wait for an SMS from du confirming your free 54GB bundle. It should arrive on 1 December 2025.
- Once received, your data is active for seven days. You can check your balance through the du app or by dialling 155#.
- Prepaid Flexi Yearly users:
- If you’re not on the Flexi Yearly plan, switch or subscribe via the du app or by dialling 111 100#.
- Open the du app and tap Special Offers.
- Redeem the 54GB National Day bundle.
- You’ll receive a confirmation SMS. The data is valid for 12 months.
- Roaming bundles:
- Open the du app and navigate to Roaming bundles, select either the AED 200 or AED 250 promo.
- Alternatively, send “W” (for AED 200) or “W1” (for AED 250) to 5102 via SMS.
- Wait for the activation SMS. Your 7‑day validity starts from that message.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay anything to receive the 54GB bonus?
No. For post‑paid users, the 54GB is free and applied automatically. Prepaid Flexi Yearly users get the data for free once they subscribe to the plan (which is offered at a 50 % discount for National Day).
Can I use the free data for roaming?
The National Day bonus applies only to national usage within the UAE. If you travel, you’ll need a roaming bundle. du’s Eid Al Etihad promo offers two roaming packages with 54GB of data (with or without 250 minutes) available for purchase between 1–3 December 2025.
How can I check my remaining 54GB data?
Use the du app, which displays remaining allowances. You can also dial 155# or 135# to check your data balance.
What happens if I don’t activate the prepaid bonus before 31 December?
If you fail to redeem the 54GB bundle on your Flexi Yearly plan before 31 December 2025, the promotion expires and you won’t receive the free data.
Does the 54GB offer apply to all du prepaid users?
No. Only customers on the Flexi Yearly plan are eligible. If you’re on a basic prepaid plan, you’ll need to switch to Flexi Yearly to claim the offer
Celebrate Eid Al Etihad with du
The UAE’s National Day is an opportunity to celebrate unity and progress. Du’s 54GB free data offer—available to both post‑paid and prepaid customers—ensures that everyone can stay connected during the celebrations. For those travelling, the limited‑time roaming bundles provide generous data and call allowances. Check the du app on 1 December 2025 to activate your offer and enjoy a week of high‑speed 5G connectivity.
