Luxembourg – the country with the world's second-highest GDP, behind Qatar, is the smallest country in Europe when excluding microstates.
The country has three official languages, which are French, German & Luxembourgish (close to German), but you can get along with just English.
Is it even worth visiting such a small country?
Yes, it is.
There are plenty of museums to visit, including the Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art.
Or you may be into castles – the Vianden Castle, built on old Roman ruins, may be for you.
Are you into churches or cathedrals? Cathé Notre-Dame could be interesting.
As you can see, Luxembourg is an amazing travel destination for history buffs.
Or you can enjoy the country's nature – it is full of forests.
But before you decide to post all your Luxembourg photos online, be aware that international roaming can be expensive.
That is why you are better off getting a local SIM card, such as a Luxembourg one, to enjoy local rates.
So, are SIM cards expensive in Luxembourg?
You can get a Luxembourg SIM card for 3 EUR (3.20 USD) from Orange, 10 EUR (10.65 USD) from Tango, or between 5 EUR to 100 EUR (5.30 USD – 105.85 USD) with five variants from POST Telecom Luxembourg in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM cards are not sold at Luxembourg Airport (LUX).
Those prices are not too bad! It could be much worse.
But what else is there to know about SIM cards in this country?
Quite a lot.
In this guide, I will go over everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Luxembourg. Let’s go.
Original publication: 30th of September 2021. Last updated: 8th of November 2023.
Table of Contents
Can You Buy a SIM Card in Luxembourg?
Anyone living in or visiting Luxembourg can buy a Luxembourg SIM card from the mobile operator (POST Telecom Luxembourg, Tango & Orange Luxembourg) without restrictions.
You do have to comply with the SIM card registration regulations.
- Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
Moreover, you need a phone that supports the frequencies used in the country (preferably all of them to have the most optimal experience while in Luxembourg).
Furthermore, you need to have a SIM-lock-free device.
Where Can You Buy a SIM Card in Luxembourg?
You can get a Luxembourg SIM card in POST Telecom Luxembourg, Tango & Orange Luxembourg stores or other retailers, including grocery stores, electronic stores & convenience stores. It is not possible to get a SIM card at Luxembourg Airport.
You can expect to pay the following for Luxembourg SIM cards:
- POST Telecom Luxembourg: 5 EUR, 10 EUR, 15 EUR, 25 EUR & 100 EUR
- Tango Luxembourg: 10 EUR
- Orange Luxembourg: 3 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)
Can You Use Your Phone in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg uses GSM technology for mobile communications. CDMA phones will not work in Luxembourg. 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 Luxembourg, 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.
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 Luxembourg.
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 Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg (to some extent) – also on 4G/LTE and 5G NR.
Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Luxembourg
Luxembourg has three mobile operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to travelers:
- POST Telecom Luxembourg
- Tango Luxembourg
- Orange Luxembourg
The following frequencies are used in Luxembourg:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.
To check whether your phone will work in Luxembourg, 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.
5G NR in Luxembourg
Commercial 5G NR has been available in Luxembourg since September 2020. It is available on the POST Telecom Luxembourg, Tango & Orange networks. Only Tango allows prepaid customers access to its 5G NR networks. POST Telecom Luxembourg and Orange Luxembourg may so do in the (near) future.
Best SIM Card in Luxembourg
If you want to buy the best SIM card in Luxembourg, I recommend going with Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango, or Orange. Post Telecom Luxembourg has the best coverage. Tango already allows prepaid customers to its 5G NR network. Orange is the cheapest.
Best eSIM in Luxembourg
Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Luxembourg yet.
Note that the Luxembourg mobile operators require your identification (passport) for (future) eSIMs and physical SIM cards (will be discussed later).
However, you can also get a travel eSIM from various eSIM providers.
The list below is not exhaustive – many more providers have eSIMs for Luxembourg.
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 12 best eSIMs for Luxembourg:
- Airalo Luxcom eSIM with six choices between 1 GB and 20 GB (best value for money)
- Alosim Luxembourg eSIM with six choices between 1 GB and 20 GB (priced roughly the same as Airalo with a bit more options – use code PTW for 5% off)
- Holafly Luxembourg eSIM with unlimited data for 5 to 90 days (unlimited data eSIMs) + ability to make and receive calls (new) – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off)
- Nomad Luxembourg eSIM with ten choices between 1 GB and 20 GB (best value for money… too – use code ADU123 for 3 USD off)
- Airalo Eurolink eSIM with 5G NR access in Luxembourg with six choices between 1 GB and 100 GB (best value for money for 39 European countries) – read my ongoing Airalo Eurolink eSIM review too!
- Alosim Europe eSIM with five choices between 1 GB and 10 GB (priced roughly the same as Airalo with worse coverage)
- Holafly Europe eSIM with 5G NR access in Luxembourg with unlimited data for 5 to 60 days (unlimited data eSIMs for 33 European countries) + ability to make and receive calls (new)
- Nomad Europe eSIM with 11 choices between 1 GB and 20 GB (the best of both worlds in terms of pricing and performance for 35 European countries)
- SimOptions Europe eSIMs with seven choices between 8 GB and 24 GB (choice from multiple providers + calling & texting options (the only one in this list))
- Airalo Discover(+) eSIM (formerly Discover Global) with 12 choices between 1 GB and 20 GB (extensive global coverage (130+ countries) at attractive prices) + ability to make and receive calls & send and receive SMS (new) – read my ongoing Airalo Discover(+) (Global) eSIM review too!
- AIS eSIM2FLY Global eSIM through SimOptions with 5G NR access in Luxembourg with one 6 GB option (eSIM with the most 5G NR supported countries (53/143) at a reasonable price but with a short validity)
- Nomad Global eSIM with six choices between 1 GB and 5 GB (extensive global coverage (109 or 139 countries) at high(er) prices – use code ADU123 for 3 USD off)
Because this is the SIM card buying guide for Luxembourg, 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 Luxembourg, you better check out my Luxembourg eSIM buying guide.
It is as helpful and comprehensive as this guide but about eSIMs instead 😜.
SIM Card Registration in Luxembourg
SIM card registration with your passport information is mandatory in Luxembourg. It will be done at the point of sale.
EU Roaming in Luxembourg
Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg 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.
Luxembourg Mobile Speeds, Mobile Internet Prices & Insights
The cost of mobile data has decreased significantly over the years.
Nowadays, there are 53 countries where the average cost of 1 GB of data is less than 1 USD.
So, what about Luxembourg? Is mobile data expensive here?
Not at all.
The average price for 1 GB of data in Luxembourg is 3.00 USD, around the European average of 2.50 USD. The world average is 4.07 USD.
When you look at 2019's figures, the average cost of mobile data has decreased by 78.5%.
Cable.co.uk split Europe into three territories: Western Europe, Eastern Europe & the Baltics.
The Western European average cost of 1 GB of data, using Cable.co.uk's definition, is 2.66 USD, which is just slightly more than the overall European average.
Okay, let's talk about speed.
Is mobile data fast in Luxembourg?
Blazing-fast, I would say.
Luxembourg’s average mobile download speed is around 111 Mbps – one of the 14 countries with an average download speed of more than 100 Mbps.
Currently, the only European countries with faster average download speeds than Luxembourg are Norway (174 Mbps), Cyprus (138 Mbps), Bulgaria (126 Mbps) & Switzerland (116 Mbps).
So Luxembourg is doing well.
Especially when we look at where it was a year ago.
It managed to double its average mobile download speed within a year, partially due to the introduction of 5G NR.
Alright, so which mobile operator is the fastest?
That would be POST Telecom Luxembourg, with a speed score of 102.09. Followed by Tango (60.89) and Orange Luxembourg (49.94).
The fastest mobile download speed can be found in Ettenbruck, with a median download speed of 117.66 Mbps. Followed by Luxembourg City (96.71 Mbps).
Dudelange, Differdange & Esch-Sur-Alzette have to deal with median download speeds of lower than 50 Mbps (46 Mbps, 40.68 Mbps & 40.46 Mbps, respectively).
With close to perfect nationwide coverage, cheap SIM cards, incredibly fast mobile internet speeds, and low mobile data rates, you should have a smooth network experience in Luxembourg.
Currency in Luxembourg
Luxembourg 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 = 10.65 USD
- 100 EUR = 106.65 USD
For up-to-date EUR:your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
If your credit/debit card charges you foreign exchange fees, get yourself a Wise Borderless Account and Debit Card.
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.
Luxembourg Prepaid SIM Cards
Below, I will guide you through Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango & Orange Luxembourg, 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 Luxembourg has to offer to us.
POST Telecom Luxembourg
POST Telecom Luxembourg, just POST Luxembourg, is the largest mobile operator in Luxembourg.
It is also the nation's post company, and it is government-owned.
Who says government-owned companies can never be the best? ;)
POST Luxembourg uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid
This is what you will learn about POST Telecom Luxembourg:
* Coverage
* How to Get a POST Telecom Luxembourg SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – POST Luxembourg
POST Luxembourg has extensive coverage throughout Luxembourg.
4G/LTE can be found basically anywhere.
POST Luxembourg does not give prepaid customers access to its 5G NR network.
Below is POST Luxembourg's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – POST Luxembourg
You can buy a POST Luxembourg SIM card, called TipTop, for between 5 EUR to 100 EUR in POST Luxembourg offices stores and Telecom shops.
The following SIM cards are available:
| Price | Bonus Credit | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 5 EUR | N/A | 90 days |
| 10 EUR | 3 EUR | 90 days |
| 15 EUR | 5 EUR | 90 days |
| 25 EUR | 10 EUR | 90 days |
| 100 EUR | 25 EUR | 90 days |
- 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)
POST has no eSIMs.
You can consider getting a travel eSIM for Luxembourg, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from POST.
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 Luxembourg eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
But I will introduce them here quickly:
- Airalo: Luxcom (Luxembourg 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: Luxembourg & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Luxembourg – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Luxembourg, 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 Luxembourg eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
For now, I will continue with POST.
Be sure NOT to get the Telekaart SIM card. That SIM card is only useful for long-distance calls.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – POST Luxembourg
TipTop by POST Luxembourg top-up vouchers are sold in POST Luxembourg offices stores and Post Telecom shops, and many other establishments, such as kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.
The following top-up options are available:
| Top-Up | Bonus Credit | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 10 EUR | 3 EUR | 30 days |
| 15 EUR | 5 EUR | 60 days |
| 25 EUR | 10 EUR | 90 days |
To top up your TipTop by POST Luxembourg SIM card, dial *121*VoucherCode# or call 444 and follow the instructions.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *121*123456#.
Dial *110# to check your TipTop by POST Luxembourg balance.
You can also top up and check your balance on the MyPost Telecom Mobile app (Android/iOS).
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – POST Luxembourg
POST Luxembourg has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Internet Options are data plans (without 5G NR access).
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert EUR to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Internet Options – POST Luxembourg
Internet Options can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 64000:
| Price | Data | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 EUR | 2 GB | 30 days | DATA10 |
| 15 EUR | 8 GB | 30 days | DATA15 |
EU Roaming – POST Luxembourg
You can use your allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Åland Islands
- Andorra
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Ceuta
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Melilla
- Monaco
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
As POST Luxembourg 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 – POST Luxembourg
- Name: POST
- APN: web.pt.lu
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Tango Luxembourg
Tango Luxembourg, just Tango, is the second-largest mobile operator in Luxembourg.
It is owned by the Belgian Proximus Group.
Luxembourg uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 1800 MHz
- 3G: 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 3500 MHz (n78)
This is what you will learn about Tango:
* Coverage
* How to Get a Tango SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Tango Luxembourg
Tango has extensive coverage throughout Luxembourg.
4G/LTE can be found basically anywhere.
Tango prepaid customers have access to Tango's 5G NR network at restricted speeds (up to 250 Mbps).
However, 250 Mbps is still blazing-fast ☺️.
Below is Tango's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – Tango Luxembourg
You can buy a Tango SIM card, called Tango Carte Go, for 10 EUR with 10 EUR and 500 MB of data valid for 30 days in Tango stores and other stores, such as grocery stores, convenience stores & electronic shops.
- 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)
Tango has no eSIMs.
You may want to get a travel eSIM for Luxembourg, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Tango (in some cases).
Especially when getting a Europe-wide eSIM if you do not stay in just Luxembourg or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.
My Luxembourg eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Here is a quick introduction to them:
- Airalo: Luxcom (Luxembourg 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: Luxembourg & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Luxembourg – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Luxembourg, 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 Luxembourg eSIM buying guide.
But let's continue with Tango for now.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Tango Luxembourg
Tango Carte Go by Tango top-up vouchers are sold in Tango stores and many other establishments, such as kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.
The following top-up options are available:
| Top-Up | Bonus Data | Validity | Bonus Data Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 EUR | 500 MB | 13 months | 30 days |
| 20 EUR | 1 GB | 13 months | 30 days |
| 40 EUR | 2 GB | 13 months | 30 days |
You can top-up your Tango Carte Go by Tango SIM card on the My Tango app (Android/iOS) – the same counts for checking your balance.
Or you can dial *120# to check your Tango Carte Go by Tango balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Tango Luxembourg
Tango has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Go Packs (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 USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Go Packs – Tango Luxembourg
Go Packs can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 62000:
| Price | Plan | Data | Local/EU Minutes | Local/EU SMS | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.91 EUR | GO M Pack | 1 GB | 60 minutes | “Unlimited”, 200 SMS/day | 30 days | GO M |
| 19.83 EUR | GO L Pack | 2 GB | 300 minutes | “Unlimited”, 200 SMS/day | 30 days | GO L |
Go Packs auto-renew. To disable auto-renewal, text STOP GO to 62000.
EU Roaming – Tango Luxembourg
You can use your allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Åland Islands
- Andorra
- Austria
- Azores
- Balearic Islands
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Italy
- Jersey
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre et Miquelon
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
As Tango 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 – Tango Luxembourg
- Name: Tango
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Orange Luxembourg
Orange Luxembourg, just Orange, is the smallest mobile operator in Luxembourg.
Orange, as a company, is active in other countries in Africa, the Caribbean, Europe & the Middle East.
Orange uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 1800 MHz
- 3G: 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
This is what you will learn about Orange:
* Coverage
* How to Get an Orange SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Orange Luxembourg
Orange has extensive coverage throughout Luxembourg.
4G/LTE can be found basically anywhere.
Orange does not give prepaid customers access to its 5G NR network.
Below is Orange's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – Orange Luxembourg
You can buy an Orange SIM card, called Hello Prepaid Card, for 3 EUR with 3 EUR credit, in Orange stores and other stores, such as grocery stores, convenience stores & electronic shops.
- 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)
Orange has no eSIMs.
You should consider getting a travel eSIM for Luxembourg because they can sometimes be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Orange.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM or a global eSIM.
I discuss various eSIM options of eSIM providers for Luxembourg in my Luxembourg eSIM buying guide, which are:
- Airalo: Luxcom (Luxembourg only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + minutes and SMS) – use code DEC15 (15% off – first-time users only) or DEC10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Luxembourg & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Luxembourg – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Luxembourg, 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 Luxembourg eSIM buying guide for more information, as I have to continue with Orange for now.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Orange Luxembourg
Hello Prepaid by Orange top-up vouchers are sold in Orange stores and many other establishments, such as kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.
The following top-up options are available:
| Price | Bonus Data | Local Minutes/SMS | Bonus Data Validity | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 EUR | 250 MB | Up to 120 minutes/500 SMS | 30 days | 1 year |
| 10 EUR | 500 MB | Up to 240 minutes/1000 SMS | 30 days | 1 year |
| 20 EUR | 1 GB | Up to 480 minutes/2000 SMS | 30 days | 1 year |
| 30 EUR | 1.5 GB | Up to 720 minutes/3000 SMS | 30 days | 1 year |
To top up your Hello Prepaid by Orange SIM card, text the Voucher Code to 60121.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would text 123456 to 60121.
You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.
Dial *120# to check your Hello Prepaid by Orange balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Orange Luxembourg
Orange has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Deals (combo). It includes data (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
1 unit = 1 minute or 1 SMS.
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert EUR to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Deals – Orange Luxembourg
Deals can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 60280:
| Price | Data | Local/EU Minutes/SMS (Units) | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 EUR | 250 MB | N/A | 24 hours | DataS |
| 2 EUR | N/A | 120 units | 24 hours | CallS |
| 9 EUR | 5 GB | N/A | 30 days | DataEU |
| 9 EUR | N/A | 300 units | 30 days | CallM |
EU Roaming – Orange Luxembourg
You can use your allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Italy
- Jersey
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
As Orange 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 – Orange Luxembourg
- Name: Orange Lux
- APN: orange.lu
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Luxembourg
Getting a SIM card from POST Telecom Luxembourg, Tango, or Orange would do you well when considering a Luxembourg SIM card.
Local Prepaid SIM Cards in Other European Countries
Visiting other countries in Europe? Check out my Europe SIM card buying guide, covering other European nations, such as:
- Åland Islands
- Abkhazia
- Albania
- Alderney
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Brecqhou
- Bulgaria
- Channel Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Guernsey
- Herm
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
Going to other places around the world? Then you should also check out my sim card buying guides for other destinations around the world.
Next Steps to Enhance Your Travel Experiences
Looking for the next steps to enhance your phone travel experiences? Here is what to do:
Support Phone Travel Wiz
It takes a lot of time to analyze, translate & review the SIM card options worldwide (especially to test them out).
Your support helps me keep producing impartial content by eliminating the need to recommend international SIM cards as the best local SIM card (but some of them CAN be useful).
Every Ko-Fi donation, one-time or monthly, helps me to spend more time creating local SIM card buying guides.
Check Out My Resource Page
Looking for the best companies and gadgets to enhance your travel experience?
Check out my travel resources page for the best companies to use when you travel!
Save money with international SIM cards, on plane tickets, bus rides, cruises & accommodation.
Besides that, I also list services and items I use to make my life easier – and I believe they will help you too!
Start Your Own Online Business – Make Money While Traveling
Do you want to learn how I started an online business that allows me to generate income while traveling?
In my starting an online business guide, I tell you which tools, services & products I have for this site and my YouTube channel.
If I can start a business about something I am passionate about (phone travel), then you can do it too!
Learn About Your Phone Travel Options
You can buy local prepaid SIM cards, international SIM cards, mobile hotspots, or roam internationally.
Each of these options has its pros and cons. Learn more about them, and find the best option for you.
Phone Travel Tips, Tricks & Hacks
I have written many articles with tips and hacks to save money on mobile costs while abroad. You surely want to check them out!
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Moreover, I send you many tips and tricks on saving money while traveling every now and then.
Let's Be Social
Did you know that I have a YouTube channel covering everything you need to know about traveling with your phone?
A lot of useful videos are uploaded multiple times a week, and you do not want to miss out on them!
Learn More About Who Adu Actually Is
Who is the guy behind Phone Travel Wiz? Well, find out on the Ernest Adu about page!