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SIM Cards in Croatia: The Best Prepaid Plans | 2024 Guide

Croatia – known for its waterfalls, islands & Roman Ruins.

The country is also home to many stunning beaches, like the ones in Split.

But can you do other things than soaking up the sun? For sure.

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a must-see – it is breathtaking.

The Diocletian's Palace is impressive too.

And do not forget about Blue Grotto.

While all of those activities sound fun, what is not fun is dealing with an expensive international roaming bill because you forgot to turn data roaming off.

International roaming can be expensive, which is why I always recommend local SIM cards, like a Croatian one, so that you can enjoy local rates.

So, how much do SIM cards cost in Croatia?

You can get a Croatian SIM card for 20 HKR (2.55 USD) from Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa), A1 (formerly vip), Telemach (formerly Tele2) & Tomato in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM cards are also sold at various airports, including Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).

Not too bad, right? What if I told you that Hrvatski Telekom and A1 offer tourist SIM cards with truly unlimited data for 85 HRK and 80 HRK, respectively.

These SIM cards are also popular with digital nomads, as you can use those SIM cards in your phone or mobile hotspot, which can then be used while working on your business while on the beach.

Have I done this before? Maybe 😏.

Nah, the glare on your laptop from the pleasant sun is not cool 🤪.

Anyway…

In this guide, I will go over everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Croatia. Let's go.

Buying a SIM Card in Croatia Guide (logos of Hrvatski Telekom, Telemach, A1, Tomato & Bonbon)

Original publication: 18th of May 2021. Last updated: 1st of March 2024.


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What is the Best SIM Card in Croatia?

If you want to buy the best SIM card in Croatia, I recommend going with Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom. It has the best overall network and the fastest speeds. Consider its tourist SIM card with unlimited data for 7 days, costing 85 HRK (12.80 USD).

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So, who are all these mobile operators and what options are available for you?

Croatia has four mobile operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to tourists:

  • Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)
  • A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia)
  • Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia)
  • BonBon Croatia (Hrvatski Telekom MVNO)
  • Tomato Croatia (A1 Croatia MVNO)
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n this guide, I will stick to the mobile operators and the most popular MVNOs, all in bold above, to limit the length of this guide (but also not to overwhelm you with all the options available).

But if you are interested in getting a SIM card from one of the unbolded MVNOs, you would have to do the research yourself for the time being. I stopped actively testing and reviewing MVNOs to spend time reviewing travel eSIMs instead, like the ones for Croatia.

Anyone living in or visiting Croatia can buy a Croatian SIM card with no restrictions, but you do have to comply with the Croatian SIM card registration regulations.

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Which, in this case, is only showing your passport (or European Union ID if you have one) at the point of sale.

Where Can You Buy an Croatian SIM Card (+Costs)?

You can get a Croatian SIM card in Hrvatski Telekom (for Simpa), A1 (formerly vip – also for Tomato) & Telemach (formery Tele2) stores. Resellers, like post offices, newsstands & grocery stores, also sell SIM cards. Some Croatian airports sell (tourist) SIM cards (at inflated prices).

You can expect to pay the following for Croatian SIM cards:

  • Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom: 20 HRK
  • A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia): 20 HRK
  • Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia): 20 HRK (regular), 49 HRK (regular) & 70 HRK (data-only)
  • Tomato Croatia: 20 HRK

The following Croatian mobile operators also have SIM cards targeting tourists:

  • Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom: 85 HRK
  • A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia): 80 HRK
  • Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia): 75 HRK

Note that SIM cards can be more expensive than those listed above when purchased at an airport.

Use the Wise Currency Converter tool (free) for up-to-date HRK (Croatian Kuna) to your currency (let's say USD – (US Dollars) exchange rates.

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For your convenience, below are some exchange rates between HRK and USD (US Dollars):

  • 1 HRK = 0.15 USD
  • 10 HRK = 1.30 USD
  • 100 HRK = 12.80 USD
  • 1000 HRK = 127.90 USD

But for any other currency, the Wise Currency Converter tool.

(Travel) eSIMs for Croatia

In recent years, (travel) eSIMs have become extremely popular.

Especially after Apple made iPhones (14- & 15 series) sold in the United States eSIM-only, forcing its users to use eSIMs – even when abroad.

As a result, the adoption of eSIM technology by mobile operators worldwide rose impressively quickly.

Currently, only A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia) offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.`

In my Croatia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

Buying an eSIM for Croatia Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Eurolink, Discover+, Cronet, Alosim & Airalo)

Surprisingly, travel eSIMs can be cheaper than a Croatian SIM card or eSIM in specific scenarios.

Moreover, Europe-wide and global eSIM options are also available at competitive prices (without having to deal with expensive international roaming rates).

In this Croatia SIM card buying guide (the one you are reading), I will stick to the local SIM cards and eSIM, but you can read my Croatia eSIM buying guide for more information about travel eSIMs covering the country.

But here is a quick overview already + applicable discount codes if you are interested in purchasing a travel eSIM for Croatia:

  • Airalo: Cronet (Croatia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS)
  • Alosim: Croatia & Europe (32 countries)
  • Holafly: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls
  • Nomad: Croatia, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant)

Here are some discount codes to sweeten the deal:

  • Airalo: MAR15 for 15% off (if you have never bought an Airalo eSIM before). Otherwise, MAR10 for 10% off (for existing users) – only the first 3000 users can redeem either discount code)
  • Alosim: PTW for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
  • Holafly: PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
  • Nomad: ADU123 for 3 USD off (on your first-ever Nomad order only)

Once again, check out my Croatia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.

Buying an eSIM for Croatia Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Eurolink, Discover+, Cronet, Alosim & Airalo)

The eSIM guide is as comprehensive as this SIM card buying guide, but it solely focuses on travel eSIMs (while the guide you are reading focuses on local SIM cards and eSIMs for prepaid users (where applicable).

Croatian Prepaid SIM Cards Explored

Below, I will guide you through Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom, A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia), Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia) & Tomato Croatia, and go through:

  • Background information
  • Mobile coverage
  • SIM card types, prices & availability
  • Recharge/top-up information
  • Combo plans, data plans & special packs (such as social media packs)

With that said, let's see what Croatia offers us.


Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa – formerly T-Mobile Croatia)

Telekom Logo
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Hrvatski Telekom, sometimes referred to as just Telekom or HT and formerly T-Mobile Croatia, is the largest mobile operator in Croatia.

It also won the Croatia Fastest Mobile Network Speedtest Award of 2021.

It has the best overall network in Croatia.

Its prepaid brand is called Simpa, which is why you will see me refer to both brands as Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa.

Hrvatski Telekom, by Deutsche Telekom (from Germany), is active in Europe (as Telekom and T-Mobile) and the United States (as T-Mobile).

Hrvatski Telekom uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • 5G NR: 2100 MHz (n1) & 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid customers (yet)
  • VoLTE: Yes
  • VoWiFi: Yes

This is what you will learn about Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa):

* Coverage
* How to Get a Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa) SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

Hrvatski Telekom has the best coverage in Croatia.

It also won the Croatia Best Mobile Coverage Speedtest Award of 2021.

Below is Hrvatski Telekom's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

However, click here to see Hrvatski Telekom's official coverage map.

SIM Card Price – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

You can get a Hrvatski Telekom SIM card, called Simpa, for 20 HRK with 20 HRK credit in Hrvatski Telekom stores and from resellers, like gas stations and post offices. Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa SIM cards are also sold at various airports, including Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).

Short-term visitors and tourists can also get the Hrvatski Telekom Visiting Croatia SIM card – Hrvatski Telekom's tourist offering.

For 85 HRK, you get 5 HRK credit and unlimited data for 7 days.

Hrvatski Telekom Tourist SIM Card
© Hrvatski Telekom

If you plan on staying in Croatia for more than a week, top-up at least 60 HRK every week, and the Visiting Croatia plan will auto-renew at the reduced rate of 60 HRK (instead of 85 HRK initially).

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While Hrvatski Telekom does have eSIMs, they are (currently) not offered to prepaid customers (Simpa).

You can consider getting a travel eSIM for Croatia, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Hrvatski Telekom.

Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM (for when you visit at least two or more supported European countries) or a global eSIM (for frequent travelers visiting multiple continents).

In my Croatia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

But I will introduce them here quickly:

  • Airalo: Cronet (Croatia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
  • Alosim: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
  • Holafly: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
  • Nomad: Croatia, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)

Once again, check out my Croatia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.

Buying an eSIM for Croatia Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Eurolink, Discover+, Cronet, Alosim & Airalo)

For now, I will continue with Hrvatski Telekom.

Note that Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings.

Oh, you can also use VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Hrvatski


Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa top-ups are available in Hrvatski Telekom stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Croatia.

The following (online) Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa top-ups are available:

Top-UpValidity
20 HRK90 days 
30 HRK90 days 
60 HRK90 days 
120 HRK120 days 
200 HRK180 days 

To top up your Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa SIM card, dial *123*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *123*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online with (international/EU) debit and credit cards.

Dial *111# to check your Hrvatski Telekom/Simpa balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Moj Telekom HR (My Telekom Croatia) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

Hrvatski Telekom Moj Telekom HR App
© Hrvatski Telekom

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa) has two data-featured prepaid plans: Simpa Opcije/Simpa Options (combo) & Internet Opcije/Internet Options (data).

All Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa) plans can be activated In the Moj Telekom application.

I will list all the prices in EUR (EURO).

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Simpa Opcije (Simpa Options) – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

The Simpa Opcije (Simpa Options) are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Text the Activation Code to 13636 to activate Simpa Opcije:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidity Activation Code 
7.83 EUR Simpa XS2 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days SIMPA XS
9.16 EUR Simpa S4 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days SIMPA S
11.81 EUR Simpa M7 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days SIMPA M
14.46 EURSimpa L10 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days SIMPA L
17.11 EURSimpa XL15 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days SIMPA XL
Simpa Croatia Simpa Opcije Plans
Internet Opcije (Internet Options) – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

The Internet Opcije (Internet Options) are data bundles with data (with 5G NR access).

Text the Activation Code to 13636 to activate Internet Opcije:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code 
1.33 EURDnevno Internet DanUnlimited 1 dayINTERNET DAN
2.65 EURMjesečno Internet S1000 MB30 days INTERNET S
3.49 EURTri dana InternetaUnlimited 3 daysTRI DANA INTERNETA
4.65 EURTJEDNO Internet TjedanUnlimited7 days TJEDNO
5.31 EURMjesečno Internet M3000 MB30 days INTERNET M
7.96 EURMjesečno Internet L6000 MB30 daysINTERNET L
11.95 EURMjesečno Internet XL9000 MB 30 days INTERNET XL
Simpa Croatia Internet Opcije Plans
EU Roaming – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

You can use your Hrvatski Telekom allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

  • Andorra
  • Austria
  • Azores
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Canary Islands
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • French Guiana
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Guadeloupe
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Madeira
  • Malta
  • Martinique
  • Mayotte
  • Monaco
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Réunion
  • Romania
  • Saint Barthélemy
  • Saint Martin
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Sweden

Be aware that, in some cases, the EU/EEA roaming allowance is lower than the domestic allowances.

APN/Internet Settings – Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)

  • Name: Hrvatski Telekom
  • APN: internet.ht.hr

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

A1 Logo
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A1 Croatia (A1 Hrvatska), just A1 and formerly vip Croatia, is the second-largest mobile operator in Croatia.

A1, as a company from Austria, is active in Belarus, Bulgaria, Croatia, North Macedonia, Serbia & Slovenia.

A1 uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz
  • 3G: 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3), 2100 MHz (Band 1) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3600 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid customers (yet)
  • VoLTE: Yes
  • VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about A1:

* Coverage
* How to Get an A1 SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

A1 has extensive coverage throughout Croatia.

Below is A1's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

You can get an A1 SIM card for 20 HRK with 20 HRK credit in A1 stores and from resellers, like gas stations and post offices. A1 SIM cards are also sold at various airports, including Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).

Short-term visitors and tourists can also get the A1 Tourist 4G SIM card – A1's tourist offering.

For 80 HRK, you get unlimited data and 100 local minutes/SMS for 7 days.

A1 Croatia Tourist SIM Card
© A1 Croatia
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It is also possible to get an A1 eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.

You may want to get a travel eSIM for Croatia, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from A1 (in some cases).

Especially when getting a Europe-wide eSIM if you do not stay in just Croatia or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.

My Croatia eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

Here is a quick introduction to them:

  • Airalo: Cronet (Croatia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
  • Alosim: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
  • Holafly: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
  • Nomad: Croatia, Europe (up to 35 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)

For more information, such as the prices and data allowances, check out my Croatia eSIM buying guide.

Buying an eSIM for Croatia Guide (logos of Holafly, Nomad, Eurolink, Discover+, Cronet, Alosim & Airalo)

But let's continue with A1 for now.

Note that A1 offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings but no VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

A1 top-up vouchers are sold in A1 stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Croatia.

The following (online) A1 top-ups are available:

Top-UpOnline Top-Up Bonus Data
15 HRK150 MB
30 HRK300 MB
60 HRK600 MB
90 HRK900 MB
120 HRK1200 MB 
240 HRK2400 MB

To top up your A1 SIM card, dial *103*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *103*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online with (international/EU) debit and credit cards.

Dial *101# to check your A1 balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Moj A1 (My A1) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

A1 Croatia Moj A1 App
© A1 Croatia

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

A1 (formerly vip) has two data-featured prepaid plans: Tarife na Bonove/Voucher Rate (combo) & Dodatne Opcije/Additional Options (data).

All A1 plans can be activated by dialing *102# 

I will list all the prices in EUR (EURO).

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Tarife na Bonove (Voucher Rate) – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

The Tarife na Bonove (Voucher Rate) are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Tarife na Bonove are available:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidity
9.16 EURSpikalica5 GB300 minutes300 SMS30 days 
10.49 EURSheralica8 GB500 minutes500 SMS30 days 
14.47 EURSurferica12 GB1000 minutes1000 SMS30 days 
18.45 EURStrimalica18 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days 
A1 Croatia Tarife na Bonove Plans
Dodatne Opcije (Additional Options) – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

The Dodatne Opcije (Additional Options) are data plans (with 5G NR access).

The following Dodatne Opcije are available:

PricePlanDataValidity
1.19 EUR9za99 GB24 hours
1.99 EUR1 Giga1 GB30 days 
2.65 EURWeekend OpcijaUnlimited1 weekend (Friday 17:00 – Sunday 23:59)
5.31 EUR4 Gige4 GB30 days 
6.64 EURNoćnaUnlimited1 night (0:00 – 8:00)
7.98 EURTjedna Opcjia20 GB7 days 
10.62 EUR10 Giga10 GB30 days
A1 Croatia Dodatne Opcije Plans
EU Roaming – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

You can use your A1 allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Canary Islands
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • Slovakia
  • Spain
  • Sweden

Be aware that, in some cases, the EU/EEA roaming allowance is lower than the domestic allowances.

APN/Internet Settings – A1 Croatia (formerly vip)

  • Name: A1 Hrvatska
  • APN: internet

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Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia)

Telemach Logo
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Telemach Croatia, just Telemach and formerly Tele2 Croatia, is the smallest mobile operator in Croatia.

Telemach, as a company, is also active in Slovenia as a mobile operator, and as a cable operator in Bosnia & Herzegovina and Montenegro.

Telemach uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3600 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid customers (yet)
  • VoLTE: No
  • VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Telemach:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Telemach SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

Telemach has the worst coverage in Croatia.

However, you will still have reception almost anywhere in the country.

Below is Telemach's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

You can get a Telemach SIM card, called SIM2GO, for 20 HRK with 20 HRK credit and 1 GB of data or 49 HRK with 2 GB, 500 local minutes & 500 local SMS in Telemach stores and from resellers, like gas stations and post offices. Data-only SIM cards (NET2GO) are sold for 70 HRK with 20 GB. You can also get them at several Croatian airports, such as Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.

Below is an overview of the three Telemach SIM cards:

PriceSIM CardCreditDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
20 HRKSIM2GO 20 kn20 HRK1 GBN/AN/A30 days
49 HRKSIM2GO 49 knN/A2 GB500 minutes500 SMS30 days
70 HRKNET2GO CardN/A20 GBN/AN/A30 days
Telemach Croatia SIM Card Prices

Short-term visitors and tourists can also get the SIM2Go for Tourists SIM card – Telemach's tourist offering.

For 75 HRK, you get 10 HRK credit, 10 GB of data & 200 local minutes for 30 days.

Telemach Croatia Tourist SIM Card Perks
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Telemach has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.

You should consider getting a travel eSIM for Croatia because they can sometimes be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Telemach.

Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM or a global eSIM.

I discuss various eSIM options of eSIM providers for Croatia in my Croatia eSIM buying guide, which are:

  • Airalo: Cronet (Croatia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + minutes and SMS) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
  • Alosim: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
  • Holafly: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – unlimited data eSIMs which allow for (limited) calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
  • Nomad: Croatia, Europe (up to 35 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)

As I said, check out my Croatia eSIM buying guide for more information, as I have to continue with Telemach for now.

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Note that Telemach does not offer VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) or VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

Telemach top-up vouchers are sold in Telemach stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Croatia.

The following (online) Telemach top-ups are available:

Top-UpOnline Top-Up Bonus Data/CreditValidity
15 HRKN/A90 days
30 HRK300 MB/7.5 HRK90 days
60 HRK600 MB/15 HRK90 days
120 HRK1200 MB/30 HRK150 days 
240 HRK2400 MB/60 HRK250 days 

To top up your Telemach SIM card, dial *131*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *131*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

You can also recharge online with (international/EU) debit and credit cards.

Dial *150# or text STANJE to 13888 (regular SIM card) or Balance to 13800 (SIM2GO Tourist SIM card) to check your Telemach balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Moj Telemach (My Telemach) app (Android/iOS/Huawei AppGallery).

Telemach Croatia Telemach Hrvatska App

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

Telemach has two data-featured prepaid plans: SIM2GO (combo) & Odaberi Paket/Choose A Package (combo).

I will list all the prices in EUR (EURO)

To convert EUR to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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SIM2GO Plans – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

The SIM2GO are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Text the Activation Code to *13888 to activate SIM2GO Plans:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidityActivation Code
5.90 EURSIM2GO S2 GB200 minutes200 SMS30 days S
8.90 EURSIM2GO M4 GB500 minutes500 SMS30 days M
12.90 EURSIM2GO L8 GB1000 minutes1000 SMS30 days L
Telemach Croatia SIM2GO Plans
Odaberi Paket (Choose A Package) – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

The Odaberi Paket are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Odaberi Paket are available:

PlansPlanDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
11.80 EURStart6 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days 
19.39 EURTop40 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days 
24.80 EURUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days 
Telemach Croatia Odaberi Paket Plans
EU Roaming – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

You can use your Telemach allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Canary Islands
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • Slovakia
  • Spain
  • Sweden

Be aware that, in some cases, the EU/EEA roaming allowance is lower than the domestic allowances.

APN/Internet Settings – Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)

  • Name: Telemach Internet
  • APN: internet

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Tomato Croatia

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Tomato Croatia, just Tomato, is an A1 Croatia MVNO.

To learn about Tomato’s frequencies, jump back to A1’s frequencies.

This is what you will learn about Tomato:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Tomato SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Tomato Croatia

Tomato is an A1 Croatia MVNO, meaning Tomato uses the A1 Croatia network and does not have its own mobile infrastructure.

To find out what to expect in terms of coverage with Tomato, jump to the A1 Croatia Coverage Section.

Note that Tomato has no 5G NR access.

SIM Card Price – Tomato Croatia

You can get a Tomato SIM card for 20 HRK in Tomato Partner stores, like gas stations, kiosks & post offices. Tomato SIM cards are not sold at airports, like Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).

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Tomato has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.

You may want to get a travel eSIM for Croatia, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Tomato (in some cases).

Especially when getting a Europe-wide eSIM if you do not stay in just Croatia or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.

My Croatia eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

Here is a quick introduction to them:

  • Airalo: Cronet (Croatia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
  • Alosim: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
  • Holafly: Croatia & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
  • Nomad: Croatia, Europe (up to 35 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)

For more information, such as the prices and data allowances, check out my Croatia eSIM buying guide.

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But let's continue with Tomato for now.

Note that Tomato offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings.

Oh, you can also use VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Tomato Croatia

Tomato top-up vouchers are sold in Tomato Partner stores, including grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Croatia.

The following (online) Tomato top-ups are available:

Top-UpOnline Top-Up Bonus Data
25 HRK250 MB
60 HRK600 MB
120 HRK1200 MB
240 HRK2400 MB

To top up your Tomato SIM card, dial *103*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *103*123456#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Dial *101# to check your Tomato balance.

You can also top up and check your balance on the Moj Tomato (My Tomato) app (Android/iOS).

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Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Tomato Croatia

Tomato has two data-featured prepaid plans: Tarife na Bonove/Voucher Rate (combo) & Tarife na Pretplatu/Subscription rates (combo).

All Tomato plans can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 13435.

Be aware that all Tomato speeds are restricted to 75 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload.

I will list all the prices in EUR (EURO).

To convert EUR to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

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Tarife na Bonove (Voucher Rate) – Tomato Croatia

The Tarife na Bonove (Voucher Rate) are combo plans using a unit system.

1 unit equals 1 MB, 1 minute, or 1 SMS.

Text the Activation Code to 13435 to activate Tarife na Bonove (Voucher Rate):

PricePlanUnitsValidity
4.90 EUROPTI MALA2000 units30 days
9.90 EUROPTI SREDNJA7000 units30 days
14.90 EUROPTI VELIKA17000 units30 days
Tomato Croatia Tarife Na Bonove Plans
Tarife na Pretplatu (Subscription rates) – Tomato Croatia

The Tarife na Pretplatu (Subscription rates) are combo plans using a unit system.

1 unit equals 1 MB, 1 minute, or 1 SMS.

Text the Activation Code to 13435 to activate Tarife na Pretplatu:

PricePlanUnitsValidity
9.90 EURTAMAN MALA 9,00030 days
14.90 EURTAMAN SREDNJA 35,00030 days
18.90 EURTAMAN VELIKA 55,00030 days
Tomato Croatia Tarife Na Pretplatu Plans
EU Roaming – Tomato Croatia

You can use your Tomato allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom

As Tomato does not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances, you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.

APN/Internet Settings – Tomato Croatia

  • Name: tomato
  • APN: tomato

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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Croatia

Getting a SIM card from Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom would do you well when considering a Croatian SIM card.

Going to other places around the world? You should also check out my SIM card buying guides for other destinations worldwide.