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Cyprus: 4 Best Prepaid SIM Cards Buying Guide (2023)

Cyprus – known for its wines, beaches & pleasant weather.

With not-too-hot summers and mild winters, Cyprus is popular for those who want warmer weather than their own countries offer during those seasons.

Besides soaking up all the sunshine as possible, you can do many other things than just lying on the beach.

Aphrodite's Rock, Petra tou Romiou, is a fantastic place for taking scenic photos.

The Archaeological Site of the Tombs of the Kings is a must-see.

And do not forget to visit the Kykkos Monastery.

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 Cypriot one, so that you can enjoy local rates.

So, how much do SIM cards cost in Cyprus?

You can get a Cypriot SIM card for 2 EUR (2.15 USD) from Epic (formerly MTN), Cytamobile (Vodafone), PrimeTel & Cablenet in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM Cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).

Those SIM card prices are not bad at all, right?

And you also have tourist SIM cards from PrimeTel (Travel Internet Pack) with 100 GB of data for 20 days, costing 20 EUR.

Of the Purple Loop tourist SIM card by Cablenet costing 15 EUR with 20 GB of data, 500 local minutes & 500 local SMS for 30 days.

Cyprus does not have to be expensive for everything 😏.

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

Buying a SIM Card in Cyprus Guide (logos of Cytamobile-Vodafone, Epic, PrimeTel & Cablenet)

Original publication: 12th of July 2021. Last updated: 25th of September 2023.


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Can You Buy a SIM Card in Cyprus?

Anyone living in or visiting Cyprus can buy a Cypriot SIM card from Epic (formerly MTN), Cytamobile (Vodafone), PrimeTel & Cablenet with no restrictions.

Your phone has to support the frequencies used in Cyprus.

Furthermore, your phone needs to be unlocked (SIM-lock free) to use a Cypriot SIM card.

Where Can You Buy a SIM Card in Cyprus?

You can get a Cypriot SIM card in Epic, Cytamobile (Vodafone), PrimeTel & Cablenet stores. Resellers, like grocery stores and convenience stores, also sell SIM cards. They are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).

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

  • Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN): 2 EUR
  • Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus): 2 EUR (regular) & 15 EUR (data-only)
  • PrimeTel Cyprus: 2 EUR
  • Cablenet Cyprus: 2 EUR

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

  • PrimeTel Cyprus: 20 EUR
  • Cablenet Cyprus: 15 EUR

For up-to-date EUR:your currency (let's say GBP) exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.

  • Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
SIM Card Prices Worldwide Tool by Phone Travel Wiz

Can You Use Your Phone in Cyprus?

Cyprus uses GSM technology for mobile communications. CDMA phones will not work in Cyprus. If your phone has a SIM card slot, then it supports GSMA (99% of the phones do support GSM nowadays).

Traditional European frequencies are used in Cyprus, which are mostly used in ITU Regions 1 and 3 (Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe & Oceania).

The Americas (North-, Central– & South America + the Caribbean – ITU Region 2) use American frequencies, which differ from the European ones.

ITU Regions Map by Phone Travel Wiz

If you bought your phone in Africa, Asia, Europe, or Oceania (ITU Regions 1 and 3), you should not experience any issues with using your phone in Cyprus.

If you purchased your phone in the Americas (ITU Region 2) and have a low/medium-end device (without Tri-Band or Quad-Band) support, then there is a possibility you cannot use your phone when in Cyprus or can only use slower networks (3G or 2G).

If you have a medium/high-end device with Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, you can use your phone in Cyprus (to some extent) – also on 4G/LTE and 5G NR.

Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Cyprus

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Cyprus has three mobile operators and one Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) offering prepaid services easily accessible to travelers:

  • Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN Cyprus)
  • Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
  • PrimeTel Cyprus
  • Cablenet (Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) MVNO)

The following frequencies are used in Cyprus:

  • 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 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) & 3500/3600 MHz (n78)

You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.

To check whether your phone will work in Cyprus, check out this page by Kimovil or this one by Will My Phone Work (outdated, unfortunately, but extremely user-friendly – useful for phones launched in or before 2019. It does not check for 5G NR compatibility).

Again, make sure your phone is unlocked. Otherwise, you will not be able to use any SIM card except the one from your home operator (meaning you have to roam internationally or buy another unlocked phone that does support the frequencies listed above).

If you want to learn how international roaming works, this guide explains it in-depth. If you wonder why it is often so expensive to roam, this article explains the hidden reason they do not want you to know.

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VoLTE & VoWiFi in Cyprus

Both VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G) – also known as HD Voice) and VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi – also known as WiFi calling) are available in Cyprus. However, not all Cypriot mobile operators offer VoLTE or VoWiFi.

This means that your phone does not have to downgrade to 2G or 3G when making a call in Cyprus (unlike mobile operators that do not support VoLTE).

The following mobile operators offer VoLTE only in Cyprus:

  • Epic Cyprus
  • Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The following mobile operator does not offer VoLTE or VoWiFi in Cyprus:

  • PrimeTel

I am not sure whether Cablenet offers any of these services or not.

VoWiFi is, as the name implies, calling on a WiFi connection as opposed to on a cellular network.

5G NR in Cyprus

5G NR Connectivity Illustration by Phone Travel Wiz

Commercial 5G NR has been available in Cyprus since January 2021. It is available on the Epic (formerly MTN) and Cytamobile (Vodafone) networks. Both mobile operators offer 5G NR to prepaid customers. PrimeTel has no 5G NR yet. It is unknown whether Cablenet can use Cytamobile's 5G NR network.

Best SIM Card in Cyprus

If you want to buy the best SIM card in Cyprus, I recommend going with Epic (formerly MTN) or Cytamobile (Vodafone). Epic is the best and fastest mobile operator. Cytamobile (Vodafone) has attractive plans.

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Best eSIM in Cyprus

PrimeTel is the only mobile operator offering eSIMs to prepaid customers in Cyprus.

It is not one of the mobile operators I recommend.

However, you can also get a travel eSIM from various eSIM providers.

The list below is not exhaustive – many more providers have eSIMs for Cyprus.

But these are the ones I have tried and had pleasant experiences with.

Moreover, they are reasonably priced, which I find very important (you will not see me recommending an eSIM I would not buy myself).

So here are the 11 best eSIMs for Cyprus:

Because this is the SIM card buying guide for Cyprus, I will not spend too much time about travel eSIMs here and throughout this guide (but I will still do here and there).

If you want to learn more about the best eSIMs for Cyprus, you better check out my Cyprus eSIM buying guide.

It is as helpful and comprehensive as this guide but about eSIMs instead 😜.

Buying an eSIM for Cyprus Guide (logos of Holafly, Primetel, Nomad, Eurolink, Airalo & Dekanet)

SIM Card Registration in Cyprus

SIM card registration using your passport information is not needed when buying a SIM card in Cyprus.

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EU Roaming in Cyprus

European Union (EU) & European Economic Area (EEA)

Cyprus is part of the European Union (EU).

Since June 2017, those with EU/EEA (European Economic Area) SIM cards can roam for free in other EU/EEA nations, including Cyprus.

This means that, in the majority of cases, you do not need to purchase a Cypriot SIM card if you already have an EU/EEA SIM card because you can roam without additional costs.

However, conditions do apply. Mobile operators in some countries may impose a roaming Fair Use Policy (FUP).

In countries where local mobile data rates are extremely low (such as in the Baltics and the Nordics), mobile operators may still charge you for roaming in the EU/EEA.

Be sure to head over to the international roaming page to learn whether your mobile operator offers free roaming while in Cyprus or if restrictions apply.

Roaming in the EU with Cypriot SIM Cards

Cyprus and the Cypriot mobile operators have fully adopted the roam like at home regulations principles early on.

Unlike most EU/EEA mobile operators that impose EU/EEA roaming caps, none of the Cypriot mobile operators have such caps.

However, the standard Fair Use Policy applies where you should not be roaming over 50% of the time over a four-month period.

If you do so, EU roaming rates will apply.

You are then better off buying local prepaid SIM cards in other EU nations.

Cyprus Mobile Speeds, Mobile Internet Prices & Insights

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Currency in Cyprus

Cyprus uses the Euro with the symbol EUR (which will be used throughout this guide).

However, prices are often listed as just . For example, 25 EUR = €25.

For reference, below are some exchange rates between EUR and USD (US Dollars):

  • 1 EUR = 1.05 USD
  • 10 EUR = 10.70 USD
  • 100 EUR = 107.15 USD

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

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Their fees are MUCH lower than banks and credit card companies charge you (and Wise is transparent about their fees, unlike banks).

I have saved literal THOUSANDS of Australian Dollars and Euros, my main currencies, when using Wise abroad when traveling compared to my debit and credit cards.

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Cypriot Prepaid SIM Cards

Below, I will guide you through Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN Cyprus), Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus), PrimeTel Cyprus & Purple Loop by Cablenet Cyprus, and go through:

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

With that being said, let’s see what Cyprus has to offer to us.


Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

Epic Logo
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Epic Cyprus, just Epic and formerly MTN Cyprus, is the largest mobile operator in Cyprus.

Epic, by Monaco Telecom, is also active in Malta.

Epic 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: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
  • VoLTE: Yes
  • VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Epic:

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

Coverage – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

Epic has extensive coverage throughout Cyprus.

Below is Epic's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

You can get an Epic SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR credit for 30 days in Epic stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Epic SIM cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).

Epic Cyprus SIM Card
© Epic Cyprus
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Epic has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Cyprus without personal detail capturing, you can get Cyprus Dekanet eSIMs from Airalo (six options):

Cyprus Dekanet eSIM Airalo
© Airalo
  1. 1 GB/7 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. 2 GB/15 days (new) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. 3 GB/30 days
  4. 5 GB/30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. 10 GB/30 days
  6. 20 GB/30 days (new)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

No idea what or who Airalo is? Check out my Airalo review, where I share my hands-on experience after using its eSIMs in more than 25 countries over four years.

Airalo General Review & In-Depth Analysis by Phone Travel Wiz

If you plan on visiting other neighboring European nations, consider the Airalo Eurolink eSIM to be used in 39 European countries with six variants:

  1. 1 GB/7 days
  2. 3 GB/30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. 5 GB/30 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. 10 GB/30 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. 50 GB/90 days
  6. 100 GB/180 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Airalo Eurolink eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Do you think the map above is nice, but you want a country list instead (because you do not recognize the countries on a map🗿)? You can find it in my Airalo review!

By the way, you get free 5G NR access in 22 of the 39 supported countries!

I have used the Airalo Eurolink eSIM in 11 countries so far, and my goal is to test it in all supported countries.

Airalo Eurolink eSIM Review by Phone Travel Wiz

Many more travel eSIMs will perform well in Cyprus.

You can read about them in my Best Cyprus eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison.

Buying an eSIM for Cyprus Guide (logos of Holafly, Primetel, Nomad, Eurolink, Airalo & Dekanet)

Note that Epic 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 – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

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

The following (online) Epic All in One Bonus top-ups are available:

Top-UpCreditDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSCredit ValidityBonus Validity
1 EUR1 EURN/AN/AN/A24 hoursN/A
5 EUR5 EURN/AN/AN/A180 days30 days
10 EUR10 EUR30 MB40 minutes100 SMS365 days30 days
20 EUR20 EUR60 MB120 minutes250 SMS365 days30 days
35 EUR35 EUR90 MB240 minutes500 SMS365 days30 days
50 EUR50 EUR150 MB400 minutes750 SMS365 days30 days

To top up your Epic SIM card, you would dial *202*VoucherCode# or call 2020 and follow the instructions.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *202*123456#.

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

Dial *202# or call 2020 to check your Epic balance.

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

Epic Cyprus My Epic App
© Epic Cyprus

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

Epic has six data-featured prepaid plans:

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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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Mega Bundle – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

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

The following Mega Bundle are available, which can be activated by texting ON to 8500:

PriceDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidityActivation Code
7 EUR1000 MB1000 minutes1000 SMS10 daysON
Epic Cyprus Mega Bundle
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Mobile Telephony Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

The Mobile Telephony Plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

You will need your ID card or passport and a proof of address document.

The following Mobile Telephony Plans are available:

PricePlanDataLocal MinutesInternational MinutesLocal SMSValidity
15.99 EUR5G Value1 GB300 minutesN/A300 SMS30 days
29.99 EUR5G Advanced8 GB800 minutesN/A800 SMS30 days
39.99 EUR5G Unlimited MaxUnlimitedUnlimitedN/AUnlimited30 days
49.99 EUR5G Unlimited Max PlusUnlimitedUnlimited100 minutes 1Unlimited30 days

1 for Alaska, American Virgin Islands, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City

Epic Cyprus Mobile Telephony Plans
Youth Offer Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

The Youth Offer Plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS. For between 18 and 29 years of age.

The following Youth Offer Plans are available:

PricePlanDataLocal MinutesInternational MinutesLocal SMSValidity
39.99 EUR5G Unlimited MaxUnlimitedUnlimitedN/AUnlimited30 days
49.99 EUR5G Unlimited Max PlusUnlimitedUnlimited100 minutes 1Unlimited30 days

1 for Alaska, American Virgin Islands, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City

Epic Cyprus Youth Offer Plans
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Pay As You Surf Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

The Pay As You Go Surf plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Pay As You Go Surf are available, which can be activated by texting Activation Code to 6040:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
1.50 EURDaily300 MB1 daydata on day
4 EURWeekly1500 MB1 weekdata on week
10 EURMonthly6 GB1 monthdata on month
15 EURMonthly Plus12 GB1 monthdata on month 2000
Epic Cyprus Pay As You Surf
Data Top Ups Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

The Data Top Ups plans are, as the name implies, top-up cards for data (with 5G NR access).

The following Data Top Ups are available, which can be activated by dialing the VoucherCode of the top-up card (*202*VoucherCode#):

PriceDataValidity
5 EUR2 GB10 days
10 EUR6 GB30 days
15 EUR12 GB30 days
Mobile Broadband – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

The Mobile Broadband Plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

Enjoy superfast internet with 4G & 5G speeds on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or even to a Wi-Fi router without any commitment.

The following Mobile Broadband Plans are available:

PriceDataValidity
8.12 EUR250 MB30 days
16 EUR1 GB30 days
24.99 EUR5 GB30 days
34.99 EUR50 GB30 days
39.99 EUR100 GB 130 days

1 for 40 Mbps Max download speed and 10 Mbps Max upload speed

Epic Cyprus Mobile Broadband Plans
EU Roaming – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

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

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Croatia
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Guadeloupe
  • Guernsey
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Isle of Man
  • Jersey
  • Italy
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Martinique
  • Monaco
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • San Marino
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom
  • Vatican City

As Epic 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 – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)

  • Name: epic Cyprus
  • APN: internet

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus Logo 2022
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Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus, just Cyta, is the second-largest mobile operator in Cyprus.

CYTA (Cyprus Telecommunication Authority) is a state-owned enterprise that signed a deal with Vodafone in 2004 to establish Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus.

Nowadays, the mobile operator is referred to as just Cytamobile.

Its prepaid brand is called Soeasy.

Cytamobile 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: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
  • VoLTE: Yes
  • VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone):

* Coverage
* How to Get a Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

Cytamobile (Vodafone) has extensive coverage throughout Cyprus.

Below is Cytamobile's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

You can get a Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR credit valid for 90 days in Cyta(mobile) stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. The data-only SIM card, VMB PAYG SIM Pack, costs 15 EUR with 1 GB of data for 15 days. soeasy/Cytamobile SIM cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).

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Soeasy by Cytamobile has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Cyprus without personal detail capturing, you can get unlimited data eSIMs from Holafly (eight options):

  1. Unlimited/5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Unlimited/7 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  3. Unlimited/10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Unlimited/15 days
  5. Unlimited/20 days
  6. Unlimited/30 days
  7. Unlimited/60 days
  8. Unlimited/90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

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The best part is that you can get 5% off using code PHONETRAVELWIZ on each Holafly eSIM purchase!

No idea what or who Holafly is? Check out my Holafly review, where I share my hands-on experience after using its eSIMs in more than ten countries over two years.

Holafly General Review & In-Depth Analysis by Phone Travel Wiz

If you plan on visiting other neighboring European nations, consider the Holafly Europe eSIM to be used in 33 European countries, also with unlimited data, with eight variants:

  1. Unlimited/5 daysmost popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. Unlimited/7 days
  3. Unlimited/10 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  4. Unlimited/15 daysvery popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  5. Unlimited/20 days
  6. Unlimited/30 days
  7. Unlimited/60 days
  8. Unlimited/90 days

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 7th of September (2023 data only).

Holafly Europe eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Do you think the map above is nice, but you want a country list instead (because you do not recognize the countries on a map🗿)? You can find it in my Holafly review!

Remember to use code PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off each Holafly purchase!

Many more travel eSIMs will perform well in Cyprus.

You can read about them in my Best Cyprus eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison.

Buying an eSIM for Cyprus Guide (logos of Holafly, Primetel, Nomad, Eurolink, Airalo & Dekanet)

Note that soeasy by Cytamobile 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 – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) top-up vouchers are sold in Cyta(mobile) stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Cyprus.

The following (online) Soeasy by Cytamobile top-ups are available:

Top-UpValidity
1 EUR30 days
3 EUR30 days
5 EUR180 days
10 EUR365 days
20 EUR365 days
35 EUR365 days
50 EUR365 days

To top up your Soeasy by Cytamobile SIM card, you would dial *115*VoucherCode# or call 1882 and follow the instructions.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *115*123456#.

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

Dial *110# to check your Soeasy by Cytamobile balance.

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

Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus selfCare App
© Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) has five data-featured prepaid plans:

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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Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.

Soeasy Youth Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The Soeasy Youth plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS for those up to 27 years old.

So sorry oldies – these plans are not for you 🤪.

The following Soeasy Youth are available, which can be activated in Cyta(mobile) stores:

PriceCreditDataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
10 EUR2 EUR40 GB500 minutes500 SMS30 days
15 EUR2 EUR100 GB1000 minutes1000 SMS30 days
20 EUR2 EUR200 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 days

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Cyprus (NOT from Cyprus to other EU/EEA member states)

Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus New Soeasy Youth Plans
Soeasy Plus Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The Soeasy Plus plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Soeasy Plus are available, which can be activated by texting on soeasy to 8000 and topping up with the corresponding plan price:

PriceCreditDataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
10 EUR2 EUR20 GB400 minutes400 SMS30 daysTop up 10 EUR
20 EUR2 EUR50 GB1000 minutes1000 SMS30 daysTop up 20 EUR
35 EUR2 EUR100 GB2000 minutes2000 SMS30 daysTop up 35 EUR

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Cyprus (NOT from Cyprus to other EU/EEA member states)

Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus Soeasy Plus Plans
Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 8000:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
1 EURSoeasy MI Daily400 MB1 dayMI Day
2 EURSoeasy MI Weekly1 GB7 daysMI Week
2.90 EURUnlimited GB /Friday, Saturday, SundayUnlimited3 days Friday – SundayN/A
4.90 EURUnlimited GB / 7 daysUnlimited7 consecutive daysN/A
5 EURSoeasy MI Monthly Small4 GB30 daysMI S
10 EURSoeasy MI Monthly Large12 GB30 daysMI LRG
15 EURSoeasy MI Monthly XL24 GB30 daysMI XL
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Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards are available, which can be activated by dialing the VoucherCode of the top-up card (*115*VoucherCode#):

PriceDataValidity
2.90 EURUnlimited 3 days Friday – Sunday
4.90 EURUnlimited 7 consecutive days
5 EUR4 GB30 days
10 EUR12 GB30 days
15 EUR24 GB30 days
Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus Mobile Internet Top Up Cards Plans
Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go plans are data bundles (perhaps with 5G NR access) for the data-only SIM card.

The following Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataValidity
4 EUR100 MB30 days
7 EUR500 MB30 days
11 EUR4 GB30 days
19 EUR40 GB30 days
39 EUR500 GB30 days
45 EUR1000 GB30 days
Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go Plans 1
EU Roaming – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

You can use your Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Croatia
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Guadeloupe
  • Guernsey
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Isle of Man
  • Italy
  • Jersey
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malta
  • Martinique
  • Monaco
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom

As Soeasy by Cytamobile 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 – Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)

For a soeasy SIM card:

  • Name: cyta
  • APN: cytamobile

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

For a Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go (VMB PAYG) SIM Card:

  • Name: internet
  • APN: internet

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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PrimeTel

PrimeTel Logo
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PrimeTel uses the following frequencies:

  • 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
  • 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
  • 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78) – not operational yet

This is what you will learn about PrimeTel:

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

Coverage – PrimeTel

PrimeTel has great coverage throughout Cyprus.

However, its coverage is not as good as its competitors. But it is not lacking far behind either. It has yet to launch 5G NR commercially, but 4G/LTE is widely available.

Below is PrimeTel's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

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

SIM Card Price – PrimeTel

You can get a PrimeTel SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR in credit and 50 MB in PrimeTel stores and other stores, such as corner shops, kiosks, and post offices. It is also possible to get SIM cards at both Larnaca International Airport and Paphos International Airport.

PrimeTel SIM Card

You have to call 133 to activate the SIM card.

Short-term travelers can also take advantage of the Travel Internet Pack. It is a data-only SIM card costing 20 EUR with 10 GB valid for 20 days. You can purchase Travel Internet Pack Data if you are out of data.

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It is also possible to get the PrimeTel eSIM for the same price listed above.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Cyprus without personal detail capturing, you can get eSIMs from Nomad (eight options):

  1. 1 GB/7 days (powered by two different providers with different prices) (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  2. 3 GB/15 days (price dropped)
  3. 3 GB/30 days (price dropped)
  4. 5 GB/30 days (price dropped)
  5. 5 GB/15 days (price dropped)
  6. 10 GB/30 days (powered by two different providers with different prices) (price dropped) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  7. 15 GB/30 days (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  8. 20 GB/30 days (powered by two different providers with different prices) (price dropped)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 13th of September (2023 data only).

The best part is that you can get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off using code ADU123 on your first Nomad eSIM purchase!

No idea what or who Nomad is? Check out my Nomad review, where I share my hands-on experience after using its eSIMs in more than 25 countries over two years.

Nomad General Review & In-Depth Analysis by Phone Travel Wiz

If you plan on visiting other neighboring European nations, consider the Nomad Europe eSIM to be used in 31 or 35 European countries, depending on the plan, with 14 variants:

  1. 1 GB/7 days (30 countries) (price dropped)
  2. 1 GB/7 days (35 countries)
  3. 3 GB/15 days (30 countries) (price dropped)
  4. 3 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped)
  5. 5 GB/30 days (30 countries) (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  6. 5 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  7. 10 GB/30 days (30 countries) (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  8. 10 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped) – very popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  9. 15 GB/30 days (30 countries) (price dropped)
  10. 15 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped)
  11. 20 GB/30 days (30 countries) (price dropped) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  12. 20 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped) – most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers
  13. 30 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped)
  14. 40 GB/30 days (35 countries) (price dropped)

Note: Phone Travel Wiz reader popularity ranking was updated in September based on data up to the 13th of September (2023 data only).

Nomad Europe eSIM Eligible Countries Map Infographic by Phone Travel Wiz (August 2023 Version)

Remember to use code ADU123 for 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off your first Nomad purchase!

I have used the Nomad Europe eSIM in eight countries so far, and my goal is to test it in all supported countries.

Nomad Europe eSIM Review by Phone Travel Wiz

Many more travel eSIMs will perform well in Cyprus.

You can read about them in my Best Cyprus eSIMs Compared guide for an in-depth comparison.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – PrimeTel

PrimeTel top-up vouchers, in values between 5 EUR to 50 EUR, are sold in PrimeTel stores and other stores, including kiosks, electronic shops, and grocery stores.

PrimeTel Top Up Cards
© PrimeTel

With each top-up, you get 1000 MB bonus data lasting 5 days or 30 days, depending on the top-up value.

Below is an overview of the bonuses:

Top-UpBonus DataBonus Data Validity
5 EUR5 GB5 days
10 EUR10 GB10 days
15 EUR20 GB20 days
50 EUR80 GB30 days

Bonus data can only be used in Cyprus – not in other EU/EEA member states. Bonuses will be given for a year.

To top up your PrimeTel SIM card, dial *133*VoucherCode#.

For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *133*123456#.

Dial *138# or call 2020 to check your PrimeTel balance.

You can also use the MyPrimeTel app to refill and check your balance (Android/iOS).

MyPrimetel App
© PrimeTel

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – PrimeTel

PrimeTel has four data-featured prepaid plans:

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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Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles – PrimeTel

The Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles are combo plans with credit and data (with 5G NR access) for the PrimeTel eSIM.

The following Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles are available, which you can activate online.

PricePlanDataValidity
20 EUReSIM 20 GB Bundle100 GB20 days
PrimeTel Cyprus Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles
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Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans – PrimeTel

The Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 8133:

PriceDataValidityActivation Code
1.50 EUR1 GB1 dayMB1
5 EUR5 GB7 daysMB7
10 EUR10 GB30 daysMB10
15 EUR20 GB30 daysMB30 2500
PrimeTel Cyprus Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans
Travel Internet Pack – PrimeTel

The Travel Internet Pack are data bundles (with 5G NR access) exclusive to the Travel Internet Pack that can be activated with physical top-up cards.

The following Travel Internet Pack are available, which can be redeemed by dialing *133*VoucherCode#:

PriceDataValidity
5 EUR5 GB10 days
10 EUR10 GB30 days
20 EUR15 GB30 days
35 EUR35 GB30 days
50 EUR300 GB90 days
PrimeTel Cyprus Travel Internet Pack
Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards – PrimeTel

The Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards are, as the name implies, data bundles (with 5G NR access) that can be activated with physical top-up cards.

The following Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards are available, which can can be redeemed by dialing *133*VoucherCode#:

PriceDataValidity
5 EUR5 GB10 days
10 EUR10 GB30 days
15 EUR20 GB30 days
20 EUR20 GB30 days
50 EUR300 GB90 days
PrimeTel Cyprus Mobile Data Top-Up Cards
EU Roaming – PrimeTel

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

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

APN/Internet Settings – PrimeTel

  • Name: primetel
  • APN: ip.primetel

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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Purple Look Cablenet

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© Purple Look Cablenet

Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Purple Look Cablenet

Purple Look Cablenet has two data-featured prepaid plans: Loop Gimme (combo) & Holidays on the Loop (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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Loop Gimme – Purple Look Cablenet

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

Loop Gimme can be activated by dialing *141#:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidity
4 EURGimme1 GB100 minutes100 SMS2 months
8 EURGimme More3 GB300 minutes300 SMS2 months
10 EURGimme Data10 GBN/AN/A2 months
16 EURGimme All10 GB600 minutes600 SMS2 months
20 EURGimme Max100 GB 1000 minutes1000 SMS45 days

Purple Look Cablenet Cyprus Loop Gimme Plans
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Holidays on the Loop – Purple Look Cablenet

The Holidays on the Loop are combo plans with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Holidays on the Loop can be activated by dialing *141#:

PriceDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
15 EUR20 GB500 minutes500 SMS30 days
Purple Look Cablenet Cyprus Holidays on the Loop Plans
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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Cyprus

Getting a SIM card from Epic or Cytamobile (Vodafone) would do you well when considering a Cypriot SIM card.


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