Slovakia – known for its castles, folk dancing & landscapes.
Apparently, the country has the highest concentration of castles worldwide.
So, castle lovers – you know where to go to.
But besides castles, what else can you do in Slovakia? A lot.
Many churches, like The Blue Church, are worth visiting.
If you love nature and hiking, head to the mountains, and you will love the landscapes.
And if you are into skiing, skip Austria and ski in Slovakia – it will be much cheaper.
As you can see, the country has a lot to offer.
What it cannot offer you, unless you have an EU/EEA SIM card, is low international roaming rates.
International roaming can be expensive, which is why I always recommend local SIM cards, like a Slovak one, so that you can enjoy local rates.
And oh boy – SIM cards are inexpensive in Slovakia.
You can get a Slovak SIM card for 1 EUR (1.05 USD) or 2 EUR (2.15 USD) from Orange, 2 EUR from O2, 4 EUR (4.25 USD) from 4ka (by Swan Mobile) & 5 EUR (5.30 USD) from Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile) in their stores or post offices. SIM cards are sold near Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS) at the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall.
Those prices are not too bad, right?
What may be bad are the high mobile data rates in the country (for Central- and Eastern European standards).
But the data-featured plans will not break the bank (unlike some countries in the Caribbean).
In this guide, I will go over everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Slovakia. Let's get started, shall we?
Original publication: 5th of February 2022. Last updated: 1st of March 2024.
Table of Contents
What is the Best SIM Card in Slovakia?
So, who are all these mobile operators and what options are available for you?
Slovakia has four mobile operators offering prepaid services easily accessible to tourists:
- Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
- Orange Slovakia
- O2 Slovakia
- 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
Anyone living in or visiting Slovakia can buy a Slovak SIM card with no restrictions, but you do have to comply with the Slovak SIM card registration regulations.
- Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
Which, in this case, is only showing your passport (or European Union ID if you have one) at the point of sale.
Where Can You Buy a Slovak SIM Card (+Costs)?
You can get a Slovak SIM card in Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile), Orange, O2 & 4ka (by Swan Mobile) stores. Some Slovak airports sell (tourist) SIM cards (at inflated prices).
You can expect to pay the following for Slovak SIM cards:
- Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile): 5 EUR
- Orange Slovakia: 1 EUR & 2 EUR
- O2 Slovakia: 2 EUR
- 4ka (by Swan Mobile): 4 EUR
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 Slovakia
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, Slovak Telekom, Orange Slovakia, O2 Slovakia & 4ka (by Swan Mobile) offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.
But if you purchase an eSIM from any of these mobile operators, you must comply with Slovakia 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 a Slovak airport. In that case, you may consider getting a travel eSIM for Slovakia.
In my Slovakia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Surprisingly, travel eSIMs can be cheaper than a Slovak 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 Slovakia SIM card buying guide (the one you are reading), I will stick to the local SIM cards and eSIM, but you can read my Slovakia 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 Slovakia:
- Airalo: Dobrý deň! (Slovakia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS)
- Alosim: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries)
- Holafly: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls
- Nomad: Slovakia, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant)
Here are some discount codes to sweeten the deal:
- Airalo: MAR15 for 15% off (if you have never bought an Airalo eSIM before). Otherwise, MAR10 for 10% off (for existing users) – only the first 3000 users can redeem either discount code)
- Alosim: PTW for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
- Holafly: PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
- Nomad: ADU123 for 3 USD off (on your first-ever Nomad order only)
Once again, check out my Slovakia 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).
Slovakia Prepaid SIM Cards Explored
Below, I will guide you through Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile), Orange Slovakia, O2 Slovakia & 4ka (by Swan Mobile) 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 Slovakia offers us.
Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
Slovak Telekom, sometimes referred to as just Telekom and formerly T-Mobile Slovakia, is the largest mobile operator in Slovakia.
It is, together with Orange Slovakia, the mobile operator with the best overall network.
Slovak Telekom, by Deutsche Telekom (from Germany), is active in Europe (as Telekom and T-Mobile) and the United States (as T-Mobile).
Slovak Telekom uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 2100 MHz (n1)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: No
This is what you will learn about Slovak Telekom:
* Coverage
* How to Get a Slovak Telekom SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
Slovak Telekom has the best 4G/LTE coverage experience.
This was also confirmed by Opensignal.
Below is Slovak Telekom's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
You can get a Slovak Telekom SIM card, called Predplatenka, for 5 EUR with 10 EUR credit, 1 GB of data & unlimited local minutes in Slovak Telekom stores. SIM cards are not sold at Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS), but the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall near the airport does have a Slovak Telekom store.
You may have to text VoLTE to 12323 to activate VoLTE.
- 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)
It is also possible to get a Slovak Telekom eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.
You can consider getting a travel eSIM for Slovakia, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Slovak Telekom.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM (for when you visit at least two or more supported European countries) or a global eSIM (for frequent travelers visiting multiple continents).
In my Slovakia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
But I will introduce them here quickly:
- Airalo: Dobrý deň! (Slovakia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Slovakia & 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: Slovakia, 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 Slovakia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
For now, I will continue with Slovak Telekom.
Note that Slovak Telekom 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 – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
Slovak Telekom has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke (Additional Payment Packages). It is a combo plan with data (with 5G NR access) and minutes.
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert XCD to your currency (let's say USD) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Text the Activation Code to 12330 to activate Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke:
Price | Data | EU/EEA Data | Local Minutes | Validity | Activation Code | Deactivation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.50 EUR | 300 MB | Shared with data allowance | N/A | Until midnight | DATA | N/A |
1.50 EUR | 2 GB | 1.39 GB | N/A | 24 hours | 2GBDEN | N/A |
2 EUR | 1 GB | Shared with data allowance | N/A | 10 days | 1GB10DNI | N/A |
2 EUR | Unlimited | 1.86 GB | N/A | 24 hours | App only | App only |
2.50 EUR | N/A | N/A | Unlimited | 30 days | VOLANIA ZAP 09XXXXXXXX | VOLANIA VYP 09XXXXXXXX |
3 EUR | 1 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 1GB30DNI | 30 DAYS OFF | |
4 EUR | Unlimited | 3.71 GB | N/A | 10 days | CONNECTION10 DAYS | N/A |
6 EUR | 3 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 3GB30DNI | 30 DAYS OFF | |
8 EUR | 5 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 5GB30DNI | 30 DAYS OFF |
Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke auto-renew. To disable auto-renewal, text the Deactivation Code to 12330.
EU Roaming – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
You can use your Slovak Telekom allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Andorra
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Be aware that, in some cases, the EU/EEA roaming allowance is lower than the domestic allowances.
APN/Internet Settings – Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
- Name: Telekom Internet
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Orange Slovakia
Orange Slovakia, just Orange, is the second-largest mobile operator in Slovakia.
However, it is often the largest mobile operator, as the subscriber numbers between Orange and Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile) are minimal.
Orange, as a company, is active in other countries in Africa, the Caribbean, Europe & the Middle East.
Orange 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: 1800 MHz (n3) & 3500 MHz (n78) – not for prepaid customers (yet)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: Yes
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 Slovakia
Orange has the best 4G/LTE availability and coverage experience.
This was also confirmed by Opensignal.
Below is Orange's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
However, click here to see Orange's official coverage map.
SIM Card Price – Orange Slovakia
You can get an Orange SIM card for 1 EUR (Go €1) or 2 EUR with 2 EUR credit and 1 GB of data (Prima Dáta) in Orange stores. SIM cards are not sold at Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS), but the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall near the airport does have an Orange store.
- 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)
It is also possible to get an Orange eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.
You may want to get a travel eSIM for Slovakia, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Orange (in some cases).
Especially when getting a Europe-wide eSIM if you do not stay in just Slovakia or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.
My Slovakia eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Here is a quick introduction to them:
- Airalo: Dobrý deň! (Slovakia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Slovakia, 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 Slovakia eSIM buying guide.
But let's continue with Orange for now.
Note that Orange 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).
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Orange Slovakia
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Orange Slovakia
Orange has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Dátové Balíky (Data Packages). It is, as the name implies, a data plan (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.
Text the Activation Code to 445 to activate Dátové Balíky:
Price | Data | EU/EEA Data | Validity | Activation Code | Deactivation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 EUR | 200 MB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 200 A | 200 D |
2 EUR | 1 GB | Shared with data allowance | 7 days | TYZ1GB A | TYZ1GB D |
2 EUR | “Unlimited”, 5 GB high-speed 1 | Shared with data allowance | Until midnight | DEN5GB A | DEN5GB D |
4 EUR | 1 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 1GB A | 1GB D |
6 EUR | 2 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 2GB A | 2GB D |
8 EUR | 5 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | MES5GB A | MES5GB D |
10 EUR | 10 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | 10GB A | 10GB D |
1 unlimited data @ 3 Mbps after using 5 GB
Dátové Balíky auto-renews. To disable auto-renewal, text the Deactivation Code to 445.
EU Roaming – Orange Slovakia
You can use your Orange allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Aland Islands
- Azores
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- San Marino
- 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 Slovakia
- Name: Orange Internet
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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O2 Slovakia
O2 Slovakia, just O2 but officially O2, is the third-largest mobile operator in Slovakia.
While the O2 brand is part of Telefónica, a Spanish telecommunications company active in the Americas (as Altice, Movistar & Vivo) and Europe (as Bouygues Telecom, Movistar & O2), O2 in Slovakia is owned by PFF.
It is a Czech-based investment firm that also runs Telenor (officially Norwegian) in Bulgaria, Hungary, Montenegro & Serbia.
O2 uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20) & 1800 MHz (Band 3)
- 5G NR: 1800 MHz (n3) & 3700 MHz (n78)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: Yes
This is what you will learn about O2
* Coverage
* How to Get an O2 SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – O2 Slovakia
O2 has the best 4G/LTE availability.
This was also confirmed by Opensignal.
Below is O2's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
However, click here to see O2's official coverage map.
SIM Card Price – O2 Slovakia
You can get an O2 SIM card, called Vol'nost', for 2 EUR with 2 EUR credit in O2 stores. SIM cards are not sold at Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS), but the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall near the airport does have an O2 store.
- 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)
It is also possible to get an O2 eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.
You should consider getting a travel eSIM for Slovakia because they can sometimes be cheaper than getting a SIM card from O2.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM or a global eSIM.
I discuss various eSIM options of eSIM providers for Slovakia in my Slovakia eSIM buying guide, which are:
- Airalo: Dobrý deň! (Slovakia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + minutes and SMS) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – unlimited data eSIMs which allow for (limited) calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Slovakia, 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 Slovakia eSIM buying guide for more information, as I have to continue with O2 for now.
Note that O2 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).
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – O2 Slovakia
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – O2 Slovakia
O2 has only one data-featured prepaid plan: Dátové Balíky (Data Packages) with 5G NR access.
Although I may have been lucky with 5G NR access, as O2 called it a promotion in one of the text messages they sent me.
However, speeds are restricted to 25 Mbps download and 15 Mbps upload.
On 5G NR, I managed to hit 625.72 Mbps in March 2022.
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.
Text the Activation Code to 99222 to activate Dátové Balíky:
Price | Data | Speed (Down/Up) | Validity | Activation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|
0.75 EUR | 500 MB | 25 Mbps/15 Mbps | 1 day | 500MB |
1 EUR | 1 GB 1 | 25 Mbps/15 Mbps | 1 day | 1GB |
2 EUR | 1 GB | 25 Mbps/15 Mbps | 7 days | 1GB1 A |
3 EUR | 1 GB | 25 Mbps/15 Mbps | 28 days | 1GB4 A |
5 EUR | 2 GB | 25 Mbps/15 Mbps | 28 days | 2GB4 A |
1 up to 670 MB can be used in the EU/EEA. All the other plans have no EU/EEA allowance limit
EU Roaming – O2 Slovakia
You can use your Slovak Telekom 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
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- San Marino
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
As O2 does not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances (except for one plan), you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.
APN/Internet Settings – O2 Slovakia
- Name: O2 INTERNET
- APN: o2internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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4ka (by Swan Mobile)
4ka by Swan Mobile is the smallest mobile operator in Slovakia.
Swan also offers fixed broadband services. It started its mobile brand in 2015.
While it still has the worst network, 4ka is the cheapest mobile operator in Slovakia.
4ka uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)
- 5G NR: 1800 MHz (n3) & 3700 MHz (n78)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: No
This is what you will learn about 4ka:
* Coverage
* How to Get a 4ka SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
4ka has the worst coverage in Slovakia.
Below is 4ka's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
However, click here to see 4ka's official coverage map.
SIM Card Price – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
You can get a 4ka SIM card for 4 EUR with 4 EUR credit in 4ka stores and post offices stores. SIM cards are not sold at Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS), but the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall near the airport does have a 4ka partner store and a post office selling SIM cards.
- 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)
It is also possible to get a 4ka eSIM for the same price as a regular SIM card.
Currently, 4ka does not have a list of devices that can use its eSIM.
But I suspect the standard Google Pixel, iPhone, Huawei (Mate) P40 (Pro) & Samsung (Galaxy (Note))/Flip can use 4ka's eSIMs.
You can consider getting a travel eSIM for Slovakia, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from 4ka.
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 Slovakia eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
But I will introduce them here quickly:
- Airalo: Dobrý deň! (Slovakia only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code MAR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or MAR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Slovakia & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Slovakia & 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: Slovakia, 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 Slovakia eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
For now, I will continue with 4ka.
Note that 4ka 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 – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
4ka has two data-featured prepaid plans: Sloboda/Freedom (combo) & Dátové Balíky (Data Package).
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.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Sloboda (Freedom)- 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
The Sloboda (Freedom) are combo plan with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
Text the Activation Code to 950 to activate Sloboda:
Price | Plan | Data | EU/EEA Data | Local/EU Minutes | Local/EU SMS | Validity | Activation Code | Deactivation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 EUR | Sloboda 100 | 2 GB | Shared with data allowance | 100 minutes | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | S100 | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
10 EUR | Sloboda 300 | 2 GB | Shared with data allowance | 300 minutes | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | S300 | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
11 EUR | Sloboda 100+ | 12 GB | 6.63 GB | 100 minutes | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | S100+ | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
15 EUR | Sloboda 300+ | 17 GB | 6.63 GB | 300 minutes | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | S300+ | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
15 EUR | Sloboda Dáta | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A | 30 days | SDATA | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
16 EUR | Sloboda Hlas | N/A | N/A | Unlimited | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | SH | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
18 EUR | Sloboda Nekonečno | 2 GB | Shared with data allowance | Unlimited | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | SN | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
23 EUR | Sloboda Nekonečno + | Unlimited | 6.63 GB | Unlimited | Shared with call allowance | 30 days | SN+ | STOP or PAUSAL STOP |
Sloboda auto-renew. To disable auto-renewal, text STAV to 950.
Dátové Balíky (Data Package) – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
The Dátové Balíky (Data Package) are, as the name implies, data plans (with 5G NR access).
Text the Activation Code to 950 to activate Dátové Balíky:
Price | Plan | Data | EU/EEA Data | Validity | Activation Code | Deactivation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.50 EUR | Denné Nekonečno | 15 GB | 1.39 GB | 1 day | DN | N/A |
2 EUR | Giga S Obnovou | 1 GB | Shared with data allowance | 30 days | GIGA | GIGA STOP |
5 EUR | Data Navyše pre Sloboda 100 | 10 GB | 4.63 GB | 30 days | Automatic Activation | STOP |
5 EUR | Data Navyše pre Sloboda 300 | 15 GB | 4.63 GB | 30 days | S300+ | STOP |
5 EUR | Data Navyše pre Sloboda Unlimited | Unlimited | 4.63 GB | 30 days | SN+ | STOP |
Dátové Balíky auto-renew. To disable auto-renewal, text the Deactivation Code to 950.
EU Roaming – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
You can use your 4ka 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
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- San Marino
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
Be aware that, in some cases, the EU/EEA roaming allowance is lower than the domestic allowances.
APN/Internet Settings – 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
- Name: 4ka Internet
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Slovakia
Getting a SIM card from Slovak Telekom, Orange, or 4k would do you well when considering a Slovak SIM card.
Going to other places around the world? You should also check out my SIM card buying guides for other destinations worldwide.