Grenada, also known as the Spice Island because it is home to a wide variety of spices and herbs, is a great destination to visit in the Caribbean. There is no reason to be bored when visiting Grenada.
In fact, you most likely want to share your experiences online with family and friends while you are there.
The issue is, international roaming is expensive. Extremely expensive if you do not get a roaming bundle.
Luckily, you can get a Grenadian SIM card and take advantage of local rates, which are not as expensive as you may think they are.
You can purchase a SIM card for as little as 15 XCD in Grenada, and that SIM card will feature 1 GB, unlimited social messaging, 200 local minutes, and 200 local SMS for 3 days.
Compared to many neighboring islands, that is a generous deal.
In this guide, I will tell you everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Grenada. Let's do this.
Original publication: 10th of March 2020. Last updated: 15th of January 2021.
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Can You Buy a SIM Card in Grenada?
You can purchase a Grenadian SIM card regardless of your residence or visitor status, meaning that tourists are also allowed to buy a SIM card in Grenada.
You do need to ensure your SIM card is registered on your name, have a phone that supports Grenada's frequencies, and have an unlocked device (SIM-lock free).
Can You Use Your Phone in Grenada?
You need a phone that supports GSM technology when in Grenada. Luckily, almost all recently released phones support GSM.
A quick way to determine whether you can use your phone abroad is to be aware of the three ITU regions in the world.
Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe, and Oceania (ITU Regions 1 & 3) typically use European Frequencies, meaning phones bought in those regions can be used in countries using European Frequencies without issues.
The Americas (North-, Central, and South America + the Caribbean), ITU Region 2, use American Frequencies, which are different from the European Frequencies.
by Denelson83, CC BY-SA 2.5Grenada uses a mix of American and European frequencies for 2G and 3G, depending on the operator. 4G/LTE is exclusively on American frequencies.
If you bought your phone in the Americas (ITU region 2) and have a low/medium-end device (without Tri-Band or Quad-Band) support, you would want to go with Flow Grenada. They support traditional American frequencies on 2G, 3G, and 4G/LTE, meaning that you can take full advantage of their network.
If you purchased your phone in Africa, Asia, Europe, or Oceania (ITU regions 1 & 3) and have a low/medium-end device (without Tri-Band or Quad-Band) support, you would want to go with Digicel Grenada. They support traditional European frequencies on 2G and 3G, but you will not be able to use thier 4G/LTE network.
Suppose you have a medium/high-end device with Tri-Band or Quad-Band support. In that case, you can go with either Flow Grenada or Digicel Grenada, as your phone will support both American and European frequencies, even on 4G/LTE.
Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Grenada
Grenada has two mobile network operators:
The following frequencies are used in Grenada:
- 2G: 850 MHz, 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 850 MHz, 1900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 700 MHz (Band 13 & Band 17)
You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.
To check whether your phone will work in Grenada, check out this page by Will My Phone Work.
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.
Best SIM Card in Grenada
If you want to buy a SIM card in Grenada, I recommend going with Digicel. They have fast speeds and great coverage in the country. Moreover, they have more choices and variety in packages and plans compared to Flow.
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SIM Card Registration Grenada
SIM card registration with your passport information is required in Grenada. It will be done at the point of purchase.
Grenada Internet Prices & Insights
In most of my guides related to SIM cards in the Caribbean, I will tell you that mobile data is expensive in this region because it is a pricey region in general.
Plus, mobile data on island nations are generally more expensive than countries on land.
So is mobile internet criminally expensive in Grenada? Not really.
The average price for 1 GB of data in Grenada is 5.37 USD, which is less than the Caribbean average of 7.19 USD. The world average is 5.03 USD.
So, data prices are quite reasonable in Grenada, even compared to other nations around the world.
With low prices, close to excellent mobile coverage, and relatively fast speeds, you should have a smooth network experience in Grenada.
Currency in Grenada
Grenada uses the East Caribbean Dollar with the symbol XCD (which will be used throughout this guide). However, prices are often listed as ECD, EC$, or $. For example, 25 ECD is ECD/EC$/$ 25.
XCD is pegged 2.70:1 to the Us Dollar (USD), meaning that 2.70 XCD is 1 USD. 27.10 XCD would be 10 USD. 270 is 100 USD, etc. 1 XCD is 0.37 USD, 10 XCD is 3.70 USD, 100 XCD is 37 USD β you know the drill.
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Grenada Prepaid SIM Cards
Below, I will guide you through the Grenadian operators, Digicel Grenada & Flow Grenada, 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 said, let's see what Grenada has to offer to us.
Digicel Grenada
Digicel Grenada, just Digicel, ended Flowβs monopoly back in 2003. Since then, they managed to become the preferred operator in Grenada.
This is what you will learn about Digicel:
Click on the links above to jump to the section you are interested in.
* Coverage
* How to Get a Digicel SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Plans
* APN Settings
Jump to Flow
Digicel Grenada Coverage
Digicel has extensive coverage in Grenada.
Unfortunately, Digicel has no (official) coverage map (anymore), nor could a reputable map be found.
Digicel's coverage is on par with Flow's, maybe even better, so you can check Flow's coverage map to get an idea of what to expect with Digicel in Grenada.
Getting a Digicel Grenada SIM Card & Price
You can purchase a Digicel SIM card for 25 XCD in Digicel stores.
You may have to dial *122# to activate your SIM card if your SIM card does not work upon purchase.
Topping Up Your Digicel Grenada SIM Card
Digicel recharge cards are sold in denominations of 5 XCD to 200 XCD in Digicel stores and many other establishments, such as kiosks, gas stations, and grocery stores. Online recharge with (international) debit and credit cards is possible as well.
To redeem a Digicel top-up card, dial *125#.
Dial *120# or *140# to check your credit balance.
Digicel Grenada Internet Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers
Digicel has several types of plans and bundles, which are:
- Prime Bundles (combo bundles)
- Freedom Plus LTE Plans (combo bundles)
- Prepaid LTE Plans (combo bundles)
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Digicel Grenada Prime Bundles
Digicel has the new Prime Bundles, which are bundles with Any Use Data, on-net minutes, anywhere minutes, international minutes, and data allowances for select apps.
The following Prime Bundles are available:
| Price | Bundle | Any Use Data | Listen More (Music) Data | Listen More (Radio) Data | Watch More Data | Play More Data | Share More Data | Know More Data | Store More Data | On-Net Minutes | Anywhere Minutes | International Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 XCD | 1 Day Digicel Prime Bundle | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 75 on-net minutes | 25 anywhere minutes | N/A | 1 day |
| 25 XCD | 7 Day Digicel Brime Bundle | 5 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 7 GB | 450 on-net minutes | N/A | 25 international minutes | 7 days |
| 95 XCD | 30 Day Digicel Prime Bundle | 12 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 30 GB | 1000 on-net minutes | 400 anywhere minutes | 100 international minutes | 30 days |
You also get unlimited Do More data, which is for the MyDigicel App
Prime Bundles can be activated on the MyDigicel app or by dialing *140#.
You can download any Prime Bundle app by visiting the links below:
- Listen More (Music) with D'Music
- Listen More (Radio) with GoLoud
- Watch More with PlayGo
- Play More with Sports Max
- Share More with Bip
- Know More with Loop
- Store More with Billo
Anywhere Minutes are minutes for:
- calls to mobile and landline numbers in Canada and the United States
- calls to landline numbers in the United Kingdom
- calls to Digicel Caribbean
Digicel Caribbean includes:
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Barbados
- Bermuda
- Bonaire
- The British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Martinique
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos
Digicel Grenada Freedom Plus LTE Plans
The Freedom Plus LTE Plans are combo plans with data, local minutes, and international minutes.
The following Freedom Plus LTE Plans are available, which can be activated by dialing *140#:
| Price | Plan | Data | Local Minutes | International Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 XCD | Freedom Bundle 1 Day | 1 GB | 30 local minutes | N/A | 1 day |
| 7 XCD | Freedom Plus Upgrade 1 Day | 1 GB | 60 local minutes | N/A | 1 day |
| 15 XCD | Freedom Bundle 3 Days | 1 GB | 200 local minutes | N/A | 3 days |
| 20 XCD | Freedom Plus Upgrade Days | 2 GB | 350 local minutes | N/A | 3 days |
| 28 XCD | Freedom Bundle 7 Days | 3 GB | 350 local minutes | N/A | 7 days |
| 35 XCD | Freedom Plus Upgrade 7 Days | 4 GB | 450 local minutes | 25 international minutes | 7 days |
| 100 XCD | Fredom Plus Upgrade 30 days | 10 GB | 1000 local minutes | 100 international minutes | 30 days |
Unused allowances roll over when you renew your bundle. Freedom Plus LTE Plans auto-renew.
Digicel Grenada Prepaid LTE Plans (LTE Freedom Bundles)
The Prepaid LTE Plans, also known as LTE Freedom Bundles, are combo bundles with data and local minutes. They can be upgraded with Bolt-Ons.
The following Prepaid LTE Plans can be purchased by dialing *140#:
| Price | Plan | Data | Local Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 XCD | LTE Freedom Bundle 1 Day | 400 MB | 30 minutes | 1 day |
| 15 XCD | LTE Freedom Bundle 3 Days | 2 GB | 200 minutes | 3 days |
| 28 XCD | LTE Freedom Bundle 7 Days | 4 GB | 350 minutes | 7 days |
| 95 XCD | LTE Freedom Bundle 30 days | 10 GB | 1000 minutes | 30 days |
Unused allowances roll over when you renew your plan. Prepaid LTE Plans auto-renew.
Digicel Grenada Bolt-Ons
You can upgrade your Prepaid LTE Plan with one of the Prepaid Bolt-Ons. For 1 XCD, you can get unlimited data, unlimited local minutes, or unlimited anywhere minutes for 1 day. The Prepaid Bolt-Ons are exclusive to the Prepaid LTE Plans.
Bolt-Ons can be activated by dialing *140# once you have an active Prepaid LTE Plan.
| Bolt-On | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Data | 1 XCD | 1 day |
| Unlimited Local Minutes | 1 XCD | 1 day |
| Unlimited Anywhere Minutes | 1 XCD | 1 day |
Anywhere Minutes are minutes for:
- calls to mobile and landline numbers in Canada and the United States
- calls to landline numbers in the United Kingdom
- calls to Digicel Caribbean
Digicel Caribbean includes:
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Barbados
- Bermuda
- Bonaire
- The British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Martinique
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos
Digicel Grenada APN Settings
- Name: Digicel
- APN: web.digiceloecs.com
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
Flow Grenada
Flow Grenada, just Flow, is the other operator in Grenada. Although they are not the largest in Grenada anymore, Flow still has many customers because many locals have a SIM card from both Flow and Digicel.
This is a practice you will see a lot throughout the Caribbean.
This is what you will learn about Flow:
Click on the links above to jump to the section you are interested in.
* Coverage
* How to Get a Flow SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping-Up Options & Methods
* Plans, Packages & Bundles
* APN Settings
Jump to Digicel
Flow Grenada Coverage
Flow has extensive coverage in Grenada.
More than 90% of the population is covered by Flow's network
Getting a Flow Grenada SIM Card & Price
Flow SIM cards are sold for 15 XCD in Flow stores. They include the Prepaid 3 Days plan with 1 GB, unlimited social messaging (SWIFT), 200 local minutes, and 200 local SMS, all worth 12 XCD and valid for 3 days.
You can check your Flow phone number by dialing *555#.
Topping Up Your Flow Grenada SIM Card
Flow top-up cards are sold in values of from 5 XCD to 200 XCD in Flow stores and Mobile Recharge Partners throughout Grenada, including grocery stores, gas stations, and bars. Online top-up with (international) debit and credit cards is available too.
To activate your Flow top-up card, dial *129#.
To check your flow balance, dial *120# or *3733.
Flow Grenada Internet Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers
Flow has one type of combo plan, which is its Always On Prepaid Plan. Those plans feature data, unlimited social messaging for SWIFT apps (Snapchat, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook & Twitter), local anywhere minutes, and local anywhere SMS.
The following Always On Prepaid Plans are available:
| Price | Plan | Data | Social Messaging (SWIFT) | Local Anywhere Minutes | Local Anywhere SMS | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 XCD | 1-Day Plan | 1 GB | Unlimited | 25 minutes | 25 SMS | 1 day | *244*0# |
| 12 XCD | 3-Day Plan | 1 GB | Unlimited | 200 minutes | 200 SMS | 3 days | *244*1# |
| 25 XCD | 7-Day Plan | 3 GB | Unlimited | 350 minutes | 350 SMS | 7 days | *244*2# |
| 100 XCD | 30-Day Plan | 10 GB | Unlimited | 1000 minutes | 1000 SMS | 30 days | *244*3# |
To check your Flow data balance, dial *146*0. To check your overall balance, dial *129#.
Flow Grenada APN Settings
- Name: Flow Internet
- APN: ppinternet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
Other Ways to Stay Connected When Traveling in Grenada
I would highly encourage anyone visiting Grenada to get themselves a Grenadian SIM card β you will be saving a lot of money when you do so.
However, for some, getting a Grenadian SIM card is not an option. For example, your device may be SIM-locked, meaning that you cannot use any SIM card other than the SIM card provided by your operator.
There are other ways to stay online while in Grenada, but they may not be cheap.
However, these methods may be more expensive than getting a SIM card from the two local operators.
International Roaming
International roaming is the most convenient way to stay connected when traveling in other countries because you do not have to buy a new SIM card, have to deal with SIM card registration regulations, nor have multiple phone numbers to deal with.
However, international roaming has proven to be expensive in many cases, especially compared to buying local SIM cards. That is why many travelers are not fond of international roaming.
International roaming has its pros and cons. However, it is important to know how it works. This in-depth guide explains it all.
Find out whether your mobile operator has attractive roaming rates for Grenada here.
Using an International SIM Card or Travel SIM Card
International SIM cards are SIM cards made for the traveler in mind. Using them is often cheaper than international roaming. However, they are almost always more expensive than using a local SIM card.
There are many other advantages and disadvantages of getting international SIM cards, which you can learn about here.
Using a Mobile Hotspot (Pocket WIFI)
Mobile hotspots, or pocket WIFI, are small devices that connect to the local operators of the country you are visiting. Mobile hotspots are ideal for families or those traveling in a large group, as they allow you to connect multiple devices to one hotspot without the need of each traveler having to buy a SIM card.
You can either buy a mobile hotspot or rent one.
Using Free WIFI Networks
Using free WIFI connections is the cheapest way to stay connected because they are free. The major downside of trying to use WIFI hotspots is that you will have to locate them, and they are not available on every corner in Grenada.
Make sure to protect your internet traffic with a VPN so that hackers cannot steal your personal data.
The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Grenada
Getting a SIM card from Digicel would do you well when considering a Grenadian SIM card.
Local Prepaid SIM Cards in Other Caribbean Countries
Visiting other countries in the Caribbean? Check out my Caribbean SIM card buying guide, covering other Caribbean nations, such as:
- Dominican Republic
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Montserrat
- Puerto Rico
- Saba
- Dominica
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Sint Eustatius
- Sint Maarten
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
Going to other places around the world? Then you should also check out my sim card buying guides for other destinations around the world.
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