Estonia: Buy the Best SIM Cards | 2024 Guide

Estonia – known for being a digital nation, its forests & folklore.

It is also home to around 2300 islands, which is a surprise for many (and it was one to me too).

While Estonia, and the other Baltics states, may not be the most popular travel destination in Europe, it does have quite a lot of things to offer.

There are many churches and cathedrals to see, like the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

Which is interesting, as Estonia is apparently the least religious nation.

The Lahemaa National Park is straight-up stunning.

And if you love heights, you better visit the 314 meter Tallinn TV Tower.

If you do not mind cold winters, visiting the Tallinn Christmas Market can be a nice change compared to the ones in Germany.

So many things to see and do in Estonia, which you probably want to share online with your friends and family.

But be aware – international roaming can be expensive.

Which is why I always recommend local SIM cards, like an Estonian one, so that you can enjoy local rates.

So, how much do SIM cards cost in Estonia?

You can get an Estonian SIM card for 0.95 EUR (1 USD) from Smart (Tele2), 1 EUR (1.05 USD) to 5 EUR from Elisa (5.35 USD), 1 EUR from Super (Telia), 2.95 EUR (3.15 USD) from Diil (Telia), Simpel (Telia) & Zen (Elisa), and 3.95 EUR (4.20 USD) or 9.95 EUR (10.60 USD) from Tele2 in their stores and resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

Those prices are not too bad!

Especially when you know that mobile data rates are one of the lowest Estonia compared to the rest of Europe.

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

Original publication: 20th of February 2020. Last updated: 7th of December 2023.

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Table of Contents

What is the Best SIM Card in Estonia?

If you want to buy the best SIM card in Estonia, I recommend going with Telia (Diil, Simpel & Super). Telia has the best overall network and the fastest speeds. Moreover, the Diil and Simpel Telia sub-brands allow for EU/EEA roaming.

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

Estonia has three mobile operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to tourists:

• Telia Estonia/Eesti (with Diil, Simpel & Smart)
• Elisa Estonia/Eesti (with Zen)
• Tele2 Estonia/Eesti (with Smart)

Anyone living in or visiting Estonia can buy an Estonian SIM card without restrictions.

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

You can get an Estonian SIM card in Telia (for Diil, Simpel & Super), Elisa (also for Zen) & Tele2 (also for Smart) stores. Some Estonian airports sell (tourist) SIM cards (at inflated prices).

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

• Diil by Telia Estonia: 2.95 EUR
• Simpel by Telia Estonia: 2.95 EUR
• Super by Telia Estonia: 1 EUR
• Elisa Estonia: 1 EUR & 5 EUR
• Zen by Elisa Estonia: 2.95 EUR
• Tele2 Estonia: 3.95 EUR (regular) & 9.95 EUR (data-only)

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 EUR (Euro) to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) exchange rates.

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

• 1 EUR = 1.05 USD
• 10 EUR = 10.70 USD
• 100 EUR = 107 USD

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

(Travel) eSIMs for Estonia

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, Telia, Elisa & Tele2 offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.

But if you purchase an eSIM from any of these mobile operators, you must comply with Estonia's SIM card registration regulations.

Suppose you do not wish to do so for privacy reasons (for example) or want to be connected immediately without paying for an overpriced SIM card (or eSIM) sold at an Estonian airport. In that case, you may consider getting a travel eSIM for Estonia.

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

Surprisingly, travel eSIMs can be cheaper than an Estonian 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 Estonia SIM card buying guide (the one you are reading), I will stick to the local SIM cards and eSIM, but you can read my Estonia 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 Estonia:

• Airalo: Estekom (Estonia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS)
• Alosim: Estonia & Europe (32 countries)
• Holafly: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls
• Nomad: Estonia, 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: DEC15 for 15% off (if you have never bought an Airalo eSIM before). Otherwise, DEC10 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 Estonia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.

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).

Estonian Prepaid SIM Cards Explored

Below, I will guide you through Diil by Telia Estonia, Simpel by Telia Estonia, Super by Telia Estonia, Elisa Estonia, Zen by Elisa Estonia & (Smart by) Tele2 Estonia, 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 Estonia offers us.

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Dill (Telia Estonia/Eesti)

Diil is one of the three prepaid brands by Telia Estonia (Eesti).

Telia is the largest mobile operator in Estonia.

Telia, from Sweden, is also active in the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania) and the Nordics (Denmark, Finland & Norway).

Diil 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: 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid (yet)
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Diil:

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

Coverage – Diil (Telia Estonia)

Diil by Telia has the best coverage in Estonia.

Below is Diil's (Telia) coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Diil (Telia Estonia)

You can get a Diil by Telia SIM card for 2.95 EUR with 2.95 EUR credit and 50 MB of data in Telia stores (not recommended because of 1 EUR service fee) and from resellers (recommended – no fee), like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Diil SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

Dial *143*3# to change the system language to English (or *143*2# for Russian).

While Diil does have eSIMs, they are (currently) not offered to prepaid customers (Diil, Simpel & Super).

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

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 Estonia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

But I will introduce them here quickly:

• Airalo: Estekom (Estonia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
• Alosim: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
• Holafly: Estonia & 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: Estonia, 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 Estonia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.

For now, I will continue with Diil.

Note that Diil 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).

Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Diil (Telia Estonia)

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Diil (Telia Estonia)

Dill by Telia has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Telefonipakett (combo). It includes data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

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.

The following Telefonipakett Plans are available:

Price	Data	EU/EEA Data	Local/EU Minutes	Local/EU SMS	Validity
4.99 EUR	50 MB	Shared with data allowance	Unlimited	Unlimited	30 days
10.99 EUR	5 GB	Shared with data allowance	Unlimited	Unlimited	30 days
12.98 EUR	12 GB	Shared with data allowance	Unlimited	Unlimited	30 days
14.99 EUR	100 GB	13.88 GB	Unlimited	Unlimited	30 days
16.99 EUR	200 GB	15.70 GB	Unlimited	Unlimited	30 days

EU Roaming – Diil (Telia Estonia)

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

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

APN/Internet Settings – Diil (Telia Estonia)

• Name: Diil
• APN: internet.emt.ee

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

Jump back to the Table of Contents.

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Simpel (Telia Estonia/Eesti)

Simpel is one of the three prepaid brands by Telia Estonia (Eesti).

Telia is the largest mobile operator in Estonia.

Telia, from Sweden, is also active in the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania) and the Nordics (Denmark, Finland & Norway).

Simpel 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: 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid (yet)
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Simpel:

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

Coverage – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

Simpel by Telia has the best coverage in Estonia.

Below is Simpel's (Telia) coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

You can get a Simpel by Telia SIM card for 2.95 EUR with 2.95 EUR credit and 50 MB of data in Telia stores (not recommended because of 1 EUR service fee) and from resellers (recommended – no service fee), like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Simpel SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

Dial *143*3# to change the system language to English (or *143*2# for Russian).

While Simpel does have eSIMs, they are (currently) not offered to prepaid customers (Diil, Simpel & Super).

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

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

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

Here is a quick introduction to them:

• Airalo: Estekom (Estonia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
• Alosim: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
• Holafly: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
• Nomad: Estonia, 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 Estonia eSIM buying guide.

But let's continue with Simpel for now.

Note that Simpel 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 – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

Simpel has two data-featured prepaid plans: Kõnepaketid/Call Packages (combo) & Internetipaketid/Internet Packages.

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.

Kõnepaketid (Call Packages) – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

The Kõnepaketid (Call Packages) are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Dial the Activation Code to activate Kõnepaketid:

Price	Plan	Data	EU/EEA Data	On-Net Minutes	Off-Net/EU Minutes	On-Net SMS	Off-Net/EU SMS	Validity	Activation Code
4 EUR	Kõnepakett Simpel 4	1 GB	Shared with data allowance	3000 minutes	N/A	3000 SMS	N/A	30 days	*599*4#
9 EUR	Kõnepakett Simpel 9	4 GB	Shared with data allowance	Unlimited	600 minutes	N/A	600 SMS	30 days	*599*9#

Internetipaketid (Internet Packages) – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

The Internetipaketid (Internet Packages) are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Dial the Activation Code to activate Internetipaketid:

Price	Data	EU/EEA Data	Validity	Activation Code
1 EUR	250 MB	Shared with data allowance	30 days	*147*250#
2 EUR	1 GB	Shared with data allowance	30 days	*147*1#
3.99 EUR	3 GB	3 GB	30 days	*147*3#
5 EUR	5 GB	4.7 GB	30 days	*147*5#
8 EUR	10 GB	7.5 GB	30 days	*147*10#

EU Roaming – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

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

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

APN/Internet Settings – Simpel (Telia Estonia)

• Name: Simpel
• APN: internet.emt.ee

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

Jump back to the Table of Contents.

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Super (Telia Estonia/Eesti)

Super is one of the three prepaid brands by Telia Estonia (Eesti).

Telia is the largest mobile operator in Estonia.

Telia, from Sweden, is also active in the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania) and the Nordics (Denmark, Finland & Norway).

Super 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: 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid (yet)
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Super:

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

Coverage – Super (Telia Estonia)

Super by Telia has the best coverage in Estonia.

Below is Super's (Telia) coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Super (Telia Estonia)

You can get a Super by Telia SIM card for 1 EUR with 1 EUR credit and 300 MB of data in Telia stores (not recommended because of 1 EUR service fee) and from resellers (recommended – no service fee), like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Super SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

Dial *143*3# to change the system language to English (or *143*2# for Russian).

Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Super (Telia Estonia)

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Super (Telia Estonia)

Super by Telia has only data-featured plan: 4G Data. It includes data (without 5G NR access).

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.

The 4G Data Plans are, as the name implies, data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Dial the Activation Code to activate 4G Data:

Price	Data	EU/EEA Data	Validity	Activation Code
5 EUR	4 GB	N/A	30 days	*147*4#
10 EUR	12 GB	10 GB	30 days	*147*12#
18 EUR	40 GB	17 GB	30 days	*147*40#
24 EUR	200 GB	23 GB	30 days	*147*200#

EU Roaming – Super (Telia Estonia)

While Super by Telia offers roaming options, you cannot roam for free in the European Union.

APN/Internet Settings – Super (Telia Estonia)

• Name: Super
• APN: internet.emt.ee

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

Jump back to the Table of Contents.

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Elisa Estonia/Eesti

Elisa Estonia (Eesti) is the second-largest mobile operator in Estonia.

Elisa is also active in Finland.

Elisa uses the following frequencies:

• 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: N/A – rollout starting soon (on 3500 MHz (n78))
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: Yes

This is what you will learn about Elisa:

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

Coverage – Elisa Estonia

Elisa has extensive coverage throughout Estonia.

Below is Elisa's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Elisa Estonia

You can get an Elisa SIM card for 1 EUR with 1 EUR credit, 200 MB of data & 10 local SMS for 30 days, or 5 EUR with 5 GB of data, unlimited on-net minutes (also to Zen), 500 off-net minutes & 50 SMS for 30 days in Elisa stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Zen SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

While Elisa does have eSIMs, they are (currently) not offered to prepaid customers (including Zen).

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

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 Estonia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.

But I will introduce them here quickly:

• Airalo: Estekom (Estonia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
• Alosim: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
• Holafly: Estonia & 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: Estonia, 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 Estonia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.

For now, I will continue with Elisa.

Note that Elisa 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 – Elisa Estonia

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Elisa Estonia

Elisa has two data-featured prepaid plans: Convenient Plans (combo) & Internet Passes.

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.

Convenient Plans – Elisa Estonia

The Convenient Plans are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Call the Activation Code to activate Convenient Plans:

Price	Plan	Data	On-Net Minutes	Off-Net Minutes	International Minutes	Local SMS	Validity	Activation Code
3 EUR	Basic	N/A	Unlimited	180 minutes	N/A	N/A	30 days	Call 95003
6 EUR	Standard	1 GB	Unlimited	360 minutes	N/A	100 SMS	30 days	Call 95006
9 EUR	Premium	5 GB	Unlimited	540 minutes	60 minutes	100 SMS	30 days	Call 95009
15 EUR	Perfect	15 GB	Unlimited	600 minutes	60 minutes	600 SMS	30 days	Call 95015

Internet Passes – Elisa Estonia

The Internet Passes are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Text the Activation Code to 95000 to activate Internet Passes:

Price	Plan	Data	Validity	Activation Code
1 EUR	Day Pass	500 MB	1 day	NET4G1
5 EUR	Weekly Pass	2 GB	7 days	NET4G7
7 EUR	Monthly Pass M	8 GB	1 month	NET4G30
10 EUR	Monthly Pass L	12 GB	1 month	NET4G30L
20 EUR	Monthly Pass XL	25 GB	1 month	NET4G30XL

EU Roaming – Elisa Estonia

While Elisa offers roaming options, you cannot roam for free in the European Union.

APN/Internet Settings – Elisa Estonia

• Name: Elisa
• APN: internet

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

Jump back to the Table of Contents.

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Zen (Elisa Estonia/Eesti)

Zen is the youth-focused prepaid brand by Elisa Estonia (Eesti).

Elisa is the second-largest mobile operator in Estonia.

Elisa is also active in Finland.

Zen uses the following frequencies:

• 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: N/A – rollout starting soon (on 3500 MHz (n78))
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: Yes

This is what you will learn about Zen:

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

Coverage – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

Zen by Elisa has extensive coverage throughout Estonia.

Below is Zen's (Elisa) coverage map produced by Speedtest:

SIM Card Price – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

You can get a Zen by Elisa SIM card for 2.95 EUR with 3 EUR credit in Elisa stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Zen SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

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

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

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

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

Here is a quick introduction to them:

• Airalo: Estekom (Estonia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
• Alosim: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
• Holafly: Estonia & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
• Nomad: Estonia, 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 Estonia eSIM buying guide.

But let's continue with Zen for now.

Note that Zen 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 – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

Zen by Elisa has two data-featured prepaid plans: Zen Smart Plans (combo) & Internet Passes.

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.

Zen Smart Plans – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

The Zen Smart Plans are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Call the Activation Code to activate Zen Smart Plans:

Price	Plan	Data	On-Net Minutes	Off-Net Minutes	Local SMS	Validity	Activation Code
4 EUR	ZEN 4	250 MB	Unlimited	400 minutes	N/A	30 days	Call 95004
5 EUR	ZEN 5	1 GB	Unlimited	500 minutes	300 SMS	30 days	Call 95005
8 EUR	ZEN 8	5 GB	Unlimited	600 minutes	600 SMS	30 days	Call 95008
15 EUR	ZEN 15	15 GB	Unlimited 1	600 minutes	600 SMS	30 days	Call 95015

Internet Passes – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

The Internet Passes are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Text the Activation Code to 95000 to activate Internet Passes:

Price	Plan	Data	Validity	Activation Code
1 EUR	Day Pass	500 MB	1 day	NET4G1
5 EUR	Weekly Pass	2 GB	7 days	NET4G7
7 EUR	Monthly Pass M	8 GB	1 month	NET4G30
10 EUR	Monthly Pass L	12 GB	1 month	NET4G30L
20 EUR	Monthly Pass XL	25 GB	1 month	NET4G30XL

EU Roaming – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

While Zen by Elisa offers roaming options, you cannot roam for free in the European Union.

APN/Internet Settings – Zen (Elisa Estonia)

• Name: Zen
• APN: internet

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

Jump back to the Table of Contents.

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Tele2 Estonia/Eesti & Smart

Tele2 Estonia (Eesti) is the smallest mobile operator in Estonia.

It also has a prepaid brand called Smart.

The only difference between Tele2 prepaid and Smart is that Smart's SIM card is that a Smart SIM card costs 0.95 EUR, while Tele2 SIM cards cost 3.95 EUR and 9.95 EUR.

Besides that, there is no difference between the two bands.

The coverage, speeds, top-up codes & plans are all the same.

Tele2, from Sweden, is also active in Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania & Norway.

Tele2 uses the following frequencies:

• 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: N/A – rollout starting soon (on 3500 MHz (n78))
• VoLTE: Yes
• VoWiFi: No

This is what you will learn about Tele2 & Smart:

* Coverage
* How to Get a Tele2 & Smart SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings

Coverage – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

Tele2 has the worst coverage in Estonia.

However, you will have reception in the populated areas.

Below is Tele2's coverage map produced by Speedtest:

However, click here to see Tele2's official coverage map.

SIM Card Price – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

You can get a Smart SIM card for 0.95 EUR and Tele2 SIM cards for 3.95 EUR or 9.95 EUR in Tele2 stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Tele2 and Smart SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk).

The following three Smart and Tele2 starter packs are available:

Price	SIM Card	Credit	Data	Local Minutes	Local SMS	Validity
0.95 EUR	Smart	0.95 EUR	250 MB	N/A	N/A	30 days
3.95 EUR	Tele2 (regular)	N/A	3 GB	300 minutes	30 SMS	30 days
9.95 EUR	Tele2 (data-only)	N/A	Unlimited	N/A	N/A	10 days

Dial *109*2# to change the system language to English (or *109*1# for Russian).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

Tele2 has two data-featured prepaid plans: Kõik ühes Paketid/All in One Packages (combo) & Internetipaketid/Internet Packages, which you can also use for Smart.

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.

Kõik ühes Paketid (All in One Packages) – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

The Kõik ühes Paketid (All in One Packages) are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

Text the Activation Code to 95002 activate Kõik ühes Paketid:

Price	Data	EU/EEA Data	Local/EU Minutes	Local/EU SMS	Validity	Activation Code
2.95 EUR	0.5 GB	Shared with data allowance	100 minutes	100 SMS	3 days	EUCOMBO
3.95 EUR	3 GB	Shared with data allowance	300 minutes	300 SMS	30 days	K395
6.95 EUR	6 GB	Shared with data allowance	1000 minutes	1000 SMS	30 days	K695
9.95 EUR	12 GB	Shared with data allowance	1000 minutes	1000 SMS	30 days	K995

Internetipaketid (Internet Packages) – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

The Internetipaketid (Internet Packages) are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

Text the Activation Code to 95002 to activate Internetipaketid:

Price	Data	Validity	Activation Code
1.95 EUR	1 GB	30 days	D195
6.95 EUR	8 GB	30 days	KD695
23.95 EUR	Unlimited	30 days	KDALL

EU Roaming – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

You can use your Smart and Tele2 allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:

As Smart and Tele2 do not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances, you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.

APN/Internet Settings – Tele2 Estonia & Smart

• Name: Tele2
• APN: internet.tele2.ee

Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.

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