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Shahid VIP 2026: Plans, Prices and Differences Explained
A guide to Shahid plans in 2026: Free, VIP, VIP Sports, Ultimate and Mobile, with approximate Saudi prices, screen limits and how to subscribe.
7 min readPublished: 2026-09-29
What is Shahid VIP?
Shahid VIP is the paid tier of Shahid, MBC Group's streaming platform. It gives you Arabic series, movies and Shahid Originals without ads, in Full HD or 4K on supported titles, with downloads for offline viewing.
Shahid is the largest Arabic streaming platform in the region, with market estimates of more than 6 million subscribers and around 22% of the MENA streaming market. Alongside the paid plans there is a free, ad-supported tier with a selection of content.
Which Shahid plans are available in 2026?
The plans differ in screens and content. These are the main ones listed by the platform:
In the GCC there are also bundles such as the Epic Bundle, which combines Shahid with Disney+ and OSN+ in one subscription.
| Plan | Screens | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Free | — | A selection of content with ads |
| VIP | 2 at once, same location | Series, movies, originals and live channels ad-free, with downloads |
| VIP | BigTime | 2, same location | All VIP perks plus live concerts and events |
| VIP | Sports | 2, same location | Sports content and local and international tournaments |
| VIP | Ultimate | 4, multiple locations | All content available in your country |
| VIP Mobile | 1 | Designed for watching on a phone |
How much does Shahid VIP cost?
Prices vary by country, payment method and seasonal offers. Approximate prices in Saudi Arabia at the time of writing (September 2026):
For comparison, in Europe the platform lists VIP at €12.99 per month and VIP | BigTime at €15.99. Always check the final price in the app before paying, as it includes local tax.
| Plan | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| VIP monthly | SAR 30–35 |
| VIP yearly | About SAR 299 |
| VIP with Sports | SAR 57–74 per month |
Which Shahid plan is right for you?
- Arabic series only: VIP is enough; pick the yearly plan if you'll watch all year.
- Football and tournaments: VIP | Sports, but check which competitions are available in your country first.
- Family in more than one home: Ultimate, the only plan with four screens from different locations.
- Phone only: the Mobile plan is the cheapest.
- Want to try first: start with the free tier to explore the library.
How to subscribe to Shahid VIP step by step
- Download the Shahid app or go to shahid.mbc.net.
- Create an account with your email or mobile number.
- Choose a plan and billing period (monthly or yearly).
- Pay by card, through your carrier bill (for example stc in Saudi Arabia) or with a prepaid voucher.
- Sign in with the same account on your TV or phone and start watching.
Which devices does Shahid work on?
Shahid runs on phones, tablets and web browsers, and on most smart TVs including Samsung and LG, plus Android TV, Google TV and Apple TV. If your TV is not smart, see our guide: how to turn a regular TV into a smart TV.
For smooth 4K you need a stable connection of at least 15–25 Mbps; see our internet speed guide for details.
Tips to save money on Shahid
- The yearly plan costs less than paying 12 separate months, often the equivalent of several free months.
- Watch for seasonal offers, especially before Ramadan, when Shahid and payment partners discount yearly plans.
- If you already pay for Disney+ or OSN+, compare the GCC bundle price with your separate subscriptions.
- Turn off auto-renew if you only want one season.
Prices and plans in this article are approximate at the time of writing and may change. Sources: Shahid plans page, Shahid VIP via stc.
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