How to Buy DStv Subscription Online in Nigeria 2026: Prices, Packages and All Payment Methods

📌 Quick Summary: To renew or buy a DStv subscription online in Nigeria in 2026, the fastest methods are the MyDStv app (Android and iOS), the DStv website at dstv.com/en-ng, or bank USSD codes — GTBank subscribers dial *737*6#, Access Bank subscribers dial *901*8#. You will need your smartcard number (printed on your decoder or subscription card). DStv packages in Nigeria in 2026 range from ₦4,400/month (Padi) to ₦44,500/month (Premium). The Compact package at ₦19,000/month is the most popular family option. Nigerian football fans who want Premier League and Champions League must subscribe to Compact Plus at ₦30,000/month or higher — SuperSport channels are not included in the Compact package. You can also watch DStv without a decoder or dish using DStv Stream at the same monthly prices.

DStv is Nigeria’s most subscribed pay-TV service — and despite the rise of streaming platforms, it remains the go-to source for live Premier League matches, African football, Nollywood movies, news and family entertainment for millions of Nigerian homes. The process of renewing a DStv subscription has become significantly easier in 2026 — you no longer need to visit an office or pay through a third party — but understanding which package gives you which channels, and which payment method is fastest, still trips up many Nigerians. This NaijaSabi guide gives you every current price, every online payment method, and the honest answer to which DStv package you actually need.

⚠️ Prices above are confirmed for 2026 from multiple sources. MultiChoice Nigeria has revised prices several times since 2022 — always confirm the current rate on the official DStv Nigeria website at dstv.com/en-ng or in the MyDStv app before paying.

The Most Important Thing Nigerian Football Fans Must Know About DStv Packages

This is the single most common source of DStv disappointment in Nigeria — and NaijaSabi is telling you clearly so you do not make this mistake:

The DStv Compact package (₦19,000/month) does NOT include SuperSport channels. You cannot watch Premier League matches, UEFA Champions League, CAF competitions or live Nigerian football on DStv Compact. The SuperSport channels that broadcast these competitions are only available from Compact Plus (₦30,000/month) and above.

If your reason for subscribing to DStv is to watch football — especially the Premier League, Champions League or any live sport — you need Compact Plus minimum. Subscribing to Compact and expecting to find Premier League matches is the number one DStv complaint among Nigerian football fans every weekend.

DStv Compact includes some SuperSport channels for cricket and local content, but the primary European football, African football and major international sports broadcasting is locked to Compact Plus and Premium.

DStv Packages in Nigeria 2026 — What Each Package Actually Includes

DStv Padi — ₦4,400/month

The most affordable DStv package. Approximately 45 channels including local Nigerian stations (NTA, Channels TV, TVC, DSTV Naija), basic news (DStv News, Africa 24), and Telemundo. No SuperSport channels. No international movie channels. Best suited for homes that primarily want reliable access to Nigerian news and local television with a stable decoder signal.

DStv Yanga — ₦6,000/month

Approximately 90 channels. Adds African Magic channels (Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, Epic, Family), basic movie channels and regional African entertainment over the Padi package. No SuperSport channels. Best for Nollywood lovers and homes that want variety in Nigerian-language content without paying for sports.

DStv Confam — ₦11,000/month

Approximately 115 channels. Adds more entertainment and lifestyle channels. Includes some CNN International and international news. No SuperSport channels. Best for growing families who want a broader entertainment range across Nollywood, lifestyle, documentaries and international news without full sports access.

DStv Compact — ₦19,000/month

DStv Nigeria’s most popular family package — approximately 130 channels. Adds international movie channels, discovery channels, lifestyle content and some limited sports coverage. Does NOT include the SuperSport channels broadcasting Premier League and UCL. Best for families who want full family entertainment, international channels and movies but do not require live top-flight football.

DStv Compact Plus — ₦30,000/month

Approximately 145 channels. The minimum package for Nigerian football fans — includes all major SuperSport channels broadcasting the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, CAF Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON qualifiers and Nigerian football. Also includes SuperSport’s rugby, cricket, tennis and golf coverage. This is the sweet spot package for sports-plus-family entertainment. If you pay for DStv primarily to watch football, this is the package you need — not Compact.

DStv Premium — ₦44,500/month

DStv’s top-tier package — approximately 160+ channels. Everything in Compact Plus, plus premium movie channels (M-Net Movies, Fox Movies, KidsCo), documentary channels, international entertainment, and a free Showmax subscription (Showmax standard plan, included at no extra cost). Best for heavy TV users, sports fans who also want premium movie and drama content, and households that want the complete DStv experience. The free Showmax inclusion adds significant value for streaming fans at this price point.

How to Renew or Buy DStv Subscription Online in Nigeria — All Methods

Method 1 — MyDStv App (Fastest)

1. Download the MyDStv app from Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS)
2. Open the app and log in with your MultiChoice ID (email address used to register your DStv account). First time? Create a MultiChoice ID at dstv.com/en-ng
3. Select your smartcard number from the account list
4. Tap “Subscribe” or “Renew Subscription”
5. Choose your package and confirm the monthly amount
6. Pay via saved card, bank transfer or the in-app payment options
7. Subscription activates within minutes — your DStv signal resumes automatically

The MyDStv app also lets you upgrade or downgrade your package, report a lost signal, request a technician, manage multiple decoders under one account and access your payment history.

Method 2 — DStv Website

1. Go to dstv.com/en-ng
2. Click “Subscribe” or “My Account” and log in with your MultiChoice ID
3. Select your smartcard number and choose “Renew” or “Change Package”
4. Complete payment with your debit or credit card

Important note on DStv Stream (streaming without a decoder): To subscribe to DStv Stream — which lets you watch DStv on your phone, tablet or smart TV without a satellite dish or decoder — you must subscribe through dstv.com/en-ng, not through the DStv Stream app itself. MultiChoice has not enabled in-app subscription on the DStv Stream app as of 2026. The DStv Stream app is only for watching, not subscribing.

Method 3 — GTBank USSD (*737#)

1. Dial *737*6# from your GTBank-registered phone number
2. Select “DStv” from the bill payment menu
3. Enter your smartcard number
4. Select your package and confirm payment
5. Amount is debited from your GTBank account. Subscription activates immediately

Method 4 — Access Bank USSD (*901#)

1. Dial *901*8# from your Access Bank-registered line
2. Navigate to Cable TV / DStv payment
3. Enter your smartcard number, select package and confirm

Method 5 — VTpass (vtpass.com)

VTpass is a widely used Nigerian payment platform that supports DStv and GOtv subscription payment via debit card, bank transfer or wallet. Go to vtpass.com, select “Cable TV”, choose DStv, enter your smartcard number, select your package and pay. VTpass is particularly useful when the MyDStv app or DStv website is experiencing downtime — it processes subscriptions through a separate payment gateway.

Method 6 — Other Bank USSD Codes

• Zenith Bank: *966# → select Bills → Cable TV → DStv
• First Bank: *894# → Bills → Cable TV
• UBA: *919# → Bills Payment → DStv
• Opay/Palmpay/Kuda: All support DStv payment through their apps under “Bills” or “Cable TV” sections

Your Smartcard Number — Where to Find It

Every DStv payment method requires your smartcard number. This is your unique decoder identifier — 10 digits — and it is different from your account number or subscription number. Find it:

• On your decoder: Look at the back or bottom of the physical DStv decoder box — the smartcard number is printed on a sticker, usually labelled “Smart Card No.” or “IUC Number”
• On your subscription card: The small card that came with your decoder when you purchased it
• On your TV screen: On your DStv remote, press the Info button or navigate to DStv menu → Settings → About → Smartcard number
• In the MyDStv app: After logging in, your smartcard number(s) are listed under “My Devices”

DStv Stream — Watch DStv Without a Decoder or Dish in Nigeria

DStv Stream is MultiChoice’s streaming service — it delivers the same DStv channels to your phone, tablet, laptop or smart TV without requiring a satellite dish or decoder. The subscription prices are identical to the standard decoder packages — ₦4,400 (Padi) to ₦44,500 (Premium).

How to set up DStv Stream in Nigeria:

1. Go to dstv.com/en-ng and click “DStv Stream”
2. Create or log in with your MultiChoice ID
3. Subscribe to your preferred package and pay (you cannot subscribe from inside the app)
4. Download the DStv Stream app on your device (Android, iOS, or smart TV app store)
5. Log in with your MultiChoice ID — your subscribed channels are immediately available

If you already have a DStv decoder subscription, your MultiChoice ID lets you stream on the DStv Stream app at no extra cost — your decoder package and streaming access are linked to the same subscription.

GOtv Subscription Prices in Nigeria 2026

GOtv is MultiChoice Nigeria’s more affordable terrestrial (antenna-based) pay-TV service — no satellite dish required. Current 2026 GOtv prices confirmed:

GOtv uses a terrestrial signal — no satellite dish installation required, only a small antenna — making it accessible in apartments, rented rooms and locations where dish installation is not permitted. Renew GOtv subscription via the MyDStv app (the same app manages both DStv and GOtv), the dstv.com/en-ng website, or through any of the bank USSD codes listed above — selecting “GOtv” instead of “DStv.” You will need your GOtv IUC number (equivalent to the DStv smartcard number), printed on your GOtv decoder.

Frequently Asked Questions — DStv Subscription Nigeria 2026

How do I renew my DStv subscription online in Nigeria?

The fastest online renewal methods are the MyDStv app (download from Google Play or App Store — log in with MultiChoice ID, select your smartcard number and tap “Renew”) or the DStv website at dstv.com/en-ng. You can also renew via bank USSD codes: GTBank subscribers dial *737*6#, Access Bank subscribers dial *901*8#, Zenith subscribers use *966# → Bills → DStv. For all methods, you need your smartcard number — printed on the decoder box or found on screen via your remote’s Info button. Payment activates your subscription within minutes.

Which DStv package shows Premier League in Nigeria?

The minimum DStv package for Premier League in Nigeria is DStv Compact Plus at ₦30,000/month. The SuperSport channels that broadcast Premier League matches, the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, Serie A and CAF competitions are not included in the DStv Compact (₦19,000) package — only in Compact Plus and Premium (₦44,500). If you subscribe to DStv to watch football, do not subscribe to Compact — you will not find the Premier League there. Compact Plus is the minimum football subscription.

How much is DStv in Nigeria in 2026?

DStv Nigeria packages in 2026 range from ₦4,400/month (Padi) to ₦44,500/month (Premium). The six packages are: Padi ₦4,400, Yanga ₦6,000, Confam ₦11,000, Compact ₦19,000, Compact Plus ₦30,000 and Premium ₦44,500. MultiChoice has revised prices multiple times since 2022 — always confirm the current amount on the official DStv Nigeria website at dstv.com/en-ng or in the MyDStv app before paying. The prices above are confirmed from multiple sources as of 2026.

Can I watch DStv on my phone in Nigeria without a decoder?

Yes — DStv Stream lets you watch DStv channels on your smartphone, tablet, laptop or smart TV without a satellite dish or decoder. Subscribe at dstv.com/en-ng (you cannot subscribe from inside the DStv Stream app — this must be done on the website). Prices are the same as decoder packages — ₦4,400 (Padi) to ₦44,500 (Premium). Download the DStv Stream app from Google Play or App Store, log in with your MultiChoice ID after subscribing on the website, and access all channels in your package. If you already have a decoder subscription, the DStv Stream app lets you stream on your devices at no additional cost using the same MultiChoice ID.

Sources

1. NaijaTechGuide — DStv Subscription Prices, Packages, and Channels List in Nigeria for 2026 (verified against dstv.com, July 2026) — naijatechguide.com
2. tech.africa — DStv packages, prices, and channels in Africa 2026 (updated May 2026) — tech.africa
3. Mobility.com.ng — How to Watch DStv Without a Dish or Decoder — Streaming Prices 2026 — mobility.com.ng
4. VTpass — 2026 DStv Packages and Prices in Nigeria — vtpass.com
5. MultiChoice Nigeria — official DStv Nigeria portal — dstv.com/en-ng

Last updated: 3 October 2026 · NaijaSabi Tech Desk. DStv subscription prices in Nigeria change periodically following MultiChoice Nigeria tariff reviews. Always confirm current package prices at dstv.com/en-ng or in the MyDStv app before subscribing. NaijaSabi is not affiliated with MultiChoice Nigeria or DStv.