You can change DStv package online in a few minutes using the MyDStv app or the DStv website. You do not need to visit an office or wait for your subscription to run out. Upgrades work straight away once you pay the difference, while downgrades are easiest to make on your due date.
This matters more than usual right now. On 5 November 2026, MultiChoice replaces the old bouquets with four new packages: Starter, Select, Sports and Premium. Existing subscribers are moved automatically, and many will want to switch to a different package afterwards. This guide shows you how.
How to Change DStv Package Online in the MyDStv App
The MyDStv app is the quickest way. It is free on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
- Open the MyDStv app and choose Nigeria.
- Sign in with your surname or registered phone number, plus your smartcard number.
- On the home screen, tap your current package, or open the packages section.
- Tap Change Package.
- Pick the new package you want and tap Next.
- Check the summary, which shows the amount to pay.
- Pay with your card or bank and confirm.
Leave your decoder on during the change. The new channels normally appear within a few minutes of payment.
How to Change Your DStv Package on the Website
If you prefer a laptop, the official DStv Nigeria website works the same way.
- Go to the DStv Nigeria website and open My Account or Self Service.
- Sign in with your surname or phone number and smartcard number.
- Choose Change Package, or Add or Change Package.
- Select the new package and continue.
- Pay the amount on the summary page.
The website also shows your balance and due date, which helps you decide when to make the change.
How Do I Upgrade My DStv Package?
Upgrading means moving to a higher package, for example from Select to Sports. You can upgrade at any time, even in the middle of your month.
- You pay the difference, not the full price of the new package. The app works out the amount for you.
- The change is quick. New channels usually open within minutes of payment.
- Your due date stays the same. From your next payment, you pay the full price of the new package.
If you are on a quarterly or yearly plan, the app may not let you upgrade straight away. In that case, contact DStv for help.
How to Downgrade DStv Package
Downgrading means moving to a cheaper package, for example from Premium to Sports. People usually do this to save money or because they no longer watch certain channels.
The simplest time to downgrade is on or just before your due date. That way you use every day you paid for on the higher package, and your next payment is the lower price. If you downgrade in the middle of the month, you may lose the days left on your higher package, and DStv does not promise a refund for them. Always read the summary screen before you confirm.
Upgrade Costs Between the New Bouquets
From 5 November 2026, these are the four packages and the extra you pay each step up.
| Package | Monthly price | Extra over the package below |
|---|---|---|
| DStv Starter | ₦6,000 | Entry package |
| DStv Select | ₦11,000 | ₦5,000 more than Starter |
| DStv Sports | ₦21,000 | ₦10,000 more than Select |
| DStv Premium | ₦44,500 | ₦23,500 more than Sports |
For what each package includes, see our guide to DStv packages and prices in Nigeria.
Changing Your DStv Package After 5 November 2026
You do not need to do anything for the switch. MultiChoice says it will move every existing subscriber, in phases, to a new package with at least their current content. If you paid for several months ahead, you keep that time.
After the move, check your account in the MyDStv app. If the package you were given is not the one you want, change it using the steps above. Here is a simple way to choose:
- Former Padi or Yanga viewers who mostly watch local shows can stay on Starter.
- Families who want movies, series and cartoons should look at Select.
- Former Compact or Compact Plus viewers who want every Premier League and Champions League match should pick Sports.
- Anyone who wants Formula 1, tennis and golf as well should pick Premium. See our DStv Premium channels list.
Which DStv Package Should I Change To?
Start with what you actually watch each week, not the channel count. If football is the main reason you have DStv, Sports gives every Premier League match for ₦21,000, so Premium is only worth it if you also follow other sports. If you only catch one big match a week, Starter at ₦6,000 shows a Premier League Match of the Week, which may be enough.
You can also try a package for one month and change again later. There is nothing stopping you from moving up for a big tournament and back down afterwards.
New Channels Not Showing After Payment?
Most changes work within minutes. If your new channels have not appeared, try these steps:
- Make sure the decoder is on and tuned to a DStv channel, then wait 15 minutes.
- Check the amount. If you paid less than the difference shown, the change may not go through.
- Clear any error from the MyDStv app under Fix Errors. Our guide on clearing E16 and other DStv error codes shows how.
- Reset the decoder using our steps on how to reset your DStv decoder after payment.
- Confirm your new package and balance with our guide to checking your DStv balance.
If none of this works, contact DStv with your payment receipt. You can find contact options in our list of DStv service centres and self service options.
Common Questions
Can I change my DStv package before it expires?
Yes. You can upgrade at any time by paying the difference. For a downgrade, it is best to wait until your due date so you do not lose paid days.
How much does it cost to upgrade DStv?
You pay the difference between your current package and the new one. The MyDStv app shows the exact amount before you pay.
Can I change my DStv package with USSD?
The *288# menu is mainly for paying, checking your balance and fixing errors. To change your package, the MyDStv app and the DStv website are the most reliable options.
Can I change my package and pay through my bank app?
Many bank apps and payment apps let you choose a package when you pay. Select the new package there and pay its full price, ideally on your due date. Our guide on how to pay DStv online in Nigeria covers each option.
What about GOtv?
GOtv works in a similar way through the MyGOtv app. Follow our guide on how to upgrade your GOtv package.
Change DStv Package Online the Easy Way
To change DStv package online, open the MyDStv app or the DStv website, choose Change Package, pick your new bouquet and pay. Upgrade any time by paying the difference, and downgrade on your due date to get full value. After 5 November 2026, check the package you were moved to and switch if it does not suit you. For official prices and terms, visit the DStv Nigeria website.
Frenzy valentine is a passionate blogger, developer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and author of myfreshgists.com.
Hi,can I downgrade my DSTV subscription before the expiry date?
No dear, its best to wait till the current subscription expires before changing your dStv package.
Hello sir, I paid my dstv explorer for compact plus without knowing that I have to upgrade it from premium, so what can I do?
Contact dstv customer care
if i downgrade my package online, am i able to pay it through shop
Yes dear
Yes its possible