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SIM Cards in the European Union: The Best Prepaid Plans | 2024 Guide

The European Union (EU) – known for having the best and most popular travel destinations in Europe.

While some may think of beach-perfect countries like Italy, Portugal & Spain when they think of Europe, it also includes places like Azerbaijan, Georgia & Kazakhstan to some extent.

The region is home to one world wonder: the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

A region like South America has even three world wonders.

Even then, that does not mean you will have to be disappointed or bored when in the European Union – far from it.

From enjoying the sun in Southern Europe in places like Cyprus, Greece & Malta to ski- and snowboard holidays in “Central” Europe like Austria, France & (surprisingly to many) Italy.

Castles are plenty in countries like Germany, Ireland & Slovenia, while nature lovers adore Scandinavia (Denmark, Finland, Norway & Sweden).

As you can see, there is probably something for you in the European Union.

Speaking of which, what countries are actually part of the union?

That would be Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain & Sweden.

Oh, that list also includes member states of the European Economic Area (EEA) – Liechtenstein, Iceland & Norway.

So countries like Andorra, Serbia, Switzerland & sadly the United Kingdom will not be covered in this guide.

Luckily, they are covered in my Europe SIM card buying guide – and I have individual guides for each European country too.

You should know that roaming in the European Union can be expensive if you use a SIM card from a non-EU member state.

But unlike any other regional buying guide I have written, I will not really recommend you to buy a SIM card per country.

That is because the European Union has a law as of 2017 allowing you to roam for free in any other EU/EEA member state.

How cool is that!?

Sure, there are some conditions attached to it, but this option can save you a lot of money while traveling throughout the European Union.

But with SIM cards sometimes costing less than 3 EUR, getting one per country can be a souvenir.

Or am I the only one who loves to collect SIM cards? 🤪

Tray of SIM Cards by Adu from Phone Travel Wiz

So, what are your options in the European Union? Which SIM card is the best? How much do they cost? And what plans are available?

This guide will answer all these questions for every individual European Union member state.

Yes, this is the ultimate guide to buying a SIM card in the European Union. Let's do this.

Buying a SIM Card in the European Union Guide (logos of Telia, Vivacom, Eir, Yettel, Three (3), Play, Post Luxembourg, Lycamobile, DNA, T-Mobile, Telekom, O2, Lebara, Orange, Elisa, SFR, Movistar, Epic, Digi, Cyta, Vodafone, GO, COSMOTE, Wind Tre, 4ka, Tele2, Swisscom, Telekom Slovenije, Siminn, NOS, COMVIQ, LMT, Iliad, Zelta Zivtina, Bite, Super, Pildyk, MEO, KPN, BASE, Telemach)

Original publication: 17th of June 2022. Last updated: 15th of January 2024.


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Best Prepaid SIM Cards in the European Union (EU)

With 30 different countries, it can be a challenge to summarize which SIM card is the best for each particular country in the European Union (EU).

Will I give it a try? You bet!

In the European Union, you often cannot go wrong with Elisa, Epic, O2, Orange, Telekom/T-Mobile & Telia. A1, Tele2, Telemach, Three (3) & Vodafone can be a hit or miss. The largest mobile operator will rarely disappoint you. The smallest is often the cheapest and can be fine in urban settings.

Hey – I did my best with this summary 🙃.

For your convenience, there is a table of the best SIM cards in all European Union member states:

CountryRecommended SIM Card(s)
AustriaA1 Austria & Drei (3) Austria
BelgiumBASE Belgium & Proximus
BulgariaA1 Bulgaria & Vivacom Bulgaria
Croatia(Simpa by) Hrvatski Telekom
CyprusEpic Cyprus & Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Czech RepublicT-Mobile Czech Republic & Vodafone Czech Republic
DenmarkLebara Denmark & Lycamobile Denmark
EstoniaDiil by Telia Estonia, Simpel by Telia Estonia & Super by Telia Estonia
FinlandDNA Finland & Elisa Finland
FranceOrange France & Free Mobile France
GermanyTelekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) & Vodafone Germany
GreeceCOSMOTE Greece & What's Up Greece
HungaryMagyar Telekom & Vodafone Hungary
IcelandSíminn & Nova Iceland
IrelandThree (3) Ireland & Vodafone Ireland
ItalyIliad, TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy)
LatviaLMT
LiechtensteinSwisscom “Liechtenstein”
LithuaniaEžys by Telia Lithuania, Pildyk by Tele2 Lithuania & Telia Extra Lithuania
LuxembourgOrange Luxembourg, Post Telecom Luxembourg & Tango Luxembourg
MaltaEpic Malta & GO Malta
NetherlandsKPN & T-Mobile Netherlands (+Lebara Netherlands & Lycamobile Netherlands)
NorwayMycall Norway & Telia Norway
PolandHeyah, Nju Mobile, Orange (Flex) Poland & T-Mobile Poland
PortugalMEO Portugal & NOS Portugal
RomaniaOrange Romania & Vodafone Romania
Slovakia4ka (by Swan Mobile) & Slovak Telekom
SloveniaTelekom Slovenije
SpainMovistar Spain, Orange Spain & Vodafone Spain
SwedenComviq by Tele2 Sweden & Telia Sweden

Why are the mobile operators mentioned above the best in the stated countries?

You will have to read along to find out 😏.

SIM Card Prices in the European Union (EU)

Now you know which mobile operators are the best in the European Union (EU).

But how much to SIM cards cost in this region?

It is hard to say because various currencies are used throughout the European Union

But I will give it a try:

You can get a European Union (EU) SIM card for “free” (plan purchase required) or between 0.65 EUR/0.70 GBP/0.70 USD (in Poland) to 100 EUR/85.75 GBP/105.55 USD (in Luxembourg). However, you will often spend around 10 EUR per SIM card per country (but the average is 10.25 EUR).

EUR? GBP? USD? What do those symbols mean?

Well, you probably know EUR stands for Euro and USD for US Dollar (and if you did not, then I am angry at you 😡 – just kidding 💶💵).

But GBP is just the ISO 4217 symbol for the (British) Pound (Sterling).

So, why not convert everything into Canadian Dollar/Indian Rupee/Swiss Franc/insert your currency here?

Currencies fluctuate every day – even every 15 minutes. Unfortunately, I do not have the time to keep track of all currency changes.

Instead, I want to keep track of SIM card offerings worldwide 🤓.

Worry not, Wise has a nifty tool keeping track of currencies worldwide in real-time.

So if you want to know how much 70 HRK is in Canadian Dollar, Indian Rupee, or Swiss Franc, simply select the currencies on the Wise currency converter tool.

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

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With that out of the way, let's see how much SIM cards cost throughout the European Union:

By the way: mobile operators marked in bold are the recommended mobile operators for said country. Moreover, only up to ten mobile operators and MVNOs are mentioned in the table (otherwise it becomes too wide – even though it already is). The mobile operators are listed by subscriber count order, while MVNOs are in alphabetical order

CountryOperator 1SIM Card PriceOperator 2SIM Card PriceOperator 3SIM Card PriceOperator 4SIM Card PriceOperator 5SIM Card PriceOperator 6SIM Card PriceOperator 7SIM Card PriceOperator 8SIM Card PriceOperator 9SIM Card PriceOperator 10SIM Card Price
AustriaA1 Austria9.90 EUR with 5000 units for 28 days (B.free Wertkarte) | Data-only SIM card (B.free Internet Wertkarte): 9.90 EUR with 5000 MB for 28 daysMagenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria)10 EUR with 10 EUR credit, 15 GB, 10 GB EU/EEA data & 1500 local/EU minutes/SMS for 28 days | Data-only SIM cards (Internet Klax): 10 EUR (Mobile Internet Klax Basic) | 25 EUR with “unlimited” (5 TB) @ 30 Mbps/6 Mbps Down/Up for 28 days (Internet Klax 30 Startpaket) | 35 EUR with “unlimited” (5 TB) @ 70 Mbps/14 Mbps Down/Up for 28 days (Internet Klax 70 Startpaket)Drei (3) Austria9.90 EUR with 4 GB, 1000 local minutes & 1000 local SMS for 30 days (Telefonieren mit Wertkarte) | Data-only SIM card (Surfen mit Wertkarte): 9.90 EUR with 10 GB for 30 days
BelgiumProximus10 EUR with 10 EUR creditOrange Belgium15 EUR with 10 EUR credit, 5 GB, unlimited on-net minutes & 4000 SMS (Tempo Giga) | 150 minutes/150 minutes/150 SMS (only one perk – Tempo Easy)BASE Belgium10 EUR with 10 EUR credit | 15 EUR with 15 EUR credit, 4 GB, unlimited on-net minutes & 1000 local/EU SMS for 30 daysCarrefour Mobile Belgium10 EUR with 10 EUR creditLycamobile Belgium10 EUR, 15 EUR & 20 EURVectone Mobile Belgium10 EUR, 15 EUR & 20 EUR
BulgariaA1 Bulgaria (formerly Mtel)6 BGN with 1500 MB and 30 local/international minutes | Data-only SIM cards: 15 BGN with 15 GB | 25 BGN with 30 GB & 40/50 BGN with 50 GBYettel Bulgaria (formerly Telenor)8 BGN with 3 BGN credit (60 days), 6000 MB, 2800 MB EU/EEA data & 300 local/EU minutes for 14 days | 10 BGN with 3 BGN credit (60 days), 8000 MB, 3500 MB EU/EEA data & 400 local/EU minutes for 30 days | 15 BGN with 15 GB for 30 days | 25 BGN with 30 GB for 30 days | 40 BGN with 50 GB for 30 daysVivacom Bulgaria7 BGN with 5 BGN credit for 60 days (OPA!) | 8 BGN with 3 BGN credit, 6000 MB, 2800 EU/EEA data & 400 local minutes for 30 days (FREE2GO) | Data-only SIM card (DATA2GO): 20 BGN with 25 000 MB & 5900 MB EU/EEA data for 60 daysT.com Bulgaria (formerly Max Telecom)Free, but top-up/plan purchase is required
Croatia(Simpa by) Hrvatski Telekom20 HRK with 20 HRK credit | Tourist SIM card (Visiting Croatia): 85 HRK with 5 HRK credit and truly unlimited data for 7 daysA1 Croatia (formerly vip)20 HRK with 20 HRK credit | Tourist SIM card (A1 Tourist 4G): 80 HRK with truly unlimited data and 100 local minutes/SMS for 7 daysTelemach Croatia (formerly Tele2)20 HRK with 20 HRK credit and 1 GB for 30 days | 49 HRK with 2 GB, 500 local minutes & 500 local SMS (SIM2GO) | Data-only SIM card (NET2GO): 70 HRK with 20 GB for 30 days | Tourist SIM card (SIM2GO for Tourists): 75 HRK with 10 HRK credit, 10 GB & 200 local minutes for 30 daysBonbon Croatia20 HRK with 20 HRK credit | Data-only SIM card (SIM-ica s početnih 10 kn): 10 HRK with 10 HRK creditTomato Croatia20 HRK with 20 HRK credit
CyprusEpic Cyprus (formerly MTN)2 EUR with 1 EUR credit for 30 daysSoeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)2 EUR with 1 EUR for 90 days | Data-only SIM card (VMB PAYG SIM Pack): 14.95 EUR with 1 GB for 15 daysPrimeTel Cyprus2 EUR with 1 EUR credit and 50 MB | Tourist SIM card (Travel Internet Pack): 20 EUR with 15 GB for 20 daysPurple Loop by Cablenet Cyprus (formerly Lemontel)2 EUR with 1 EUR for 30 days | Tourist SIM card: 15 EUR with 20 GB, 500 local minutes, 500 local SMS for 30 days
Czech RepublicT-Mobile Czech Republic150 CZK with 100 CZK credit, 100 MB, 50 local minutes & 50 local SMS for 1 day (Twist 50 a 50) | 200 CZK with 100 CZK credit and 3 GB for 30 days (Twist 3 GB Dat) | 469 CZK with 100 CZK credit and 10 GB for 30 days (Twist 10 GB Dat)O2 Czech Republic179 CZK with 50 CZK credit, 1 GB and 50 local minutes for 30 days (GO 1 GB) | 299 CZK with 50 CZK credit, 3 GB, 100 local minutes & 25 local SMS for 30 days (GO 1 GB) | Data-only SIM card: 200 CZK with 7 GB for 30 daysVodafone Czech Republic200 CZK for 200 CZK credit | Data-only/Tourist SIM cards (Data SIM for Visitors): 800 CZK with 10 GB & unlimited on-net minutes for 30 days | 1299 CZK: 20 GB and unlimited on-net minutes for 30 daysBLESKmobil150 CZK with 150 CZK creditCOOP Mobil Czech Republic200 CZK with 200 CZK creditKaktus Czech Republic100 CZK with 100 CZK credit (12 months), 0.5 GB & 0.5 GB for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp for 30 days (SIMka s Kreditem za 100 Kč) | 300 CZK with 100 CZK credit (12 months), 5 GB, unlimited data for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter & WhatsApp, unlimited on-net minutes, 100 off-net minutes & 100 local SMS for 30 daysMOBIL.CZ200 CZK with 200 CZK creditOpenCall Czech Republic200 CZK with 200 CZK credit and 1 GB for 30 daysOskarta100 CZK with 100 CZKSAZKAmobil150 CZK with 150 CZK credit
DenmarkLebara Denmark49 DKK with 10 DKK creditLycamobile Denmark29 DKK with 10 EUR credit
EstoniaDiil by Telia Estonia2.95 EUR with 2.95 EUR credit and 50 MBSimpel by Telia Estonia2.95 EUR with 2.95 EUR credit and 50 MBSuper by Telia Estonia1 EUR with 1 EUR credit and 300 MBElisa Estonia1 EUR with 1 EUR credit, 20 MB & 10 local SMS | 5 EUR with 5 GB, unlimited on-net minutes (including to Zen numbers), 500 off-net minutes & 50 local SMS for 30 daysZen by Elisa Estonia2.95 EUR with 3 EUR creditTele2 Estonia3.95 EUR with 3 GB, 300 local minutes & 30 local SMS for 30 days | Data-only SIM card (internetikaart): unlimited data for 10 daysSmart by Tele2 Estonia0.95 EUR with 0.95 EUR and 250 MB for 30 days
FinlandElisa Finland5.90 EUR with 6 EUR creditTelia Finland4.90 EUR with 7 EUR credit | Data-only SIM card: 24.90 EUR with 17 GBDNA Finland4.90 EUR with 5 EUR credit
FranceOrange France2.99 EUR with unlimited local minutes and unlimited local SMS between 21:00 and 0:00 (Mobicarte Mini) | Data-only SIM card (SIM Prépayée Prêt-à-Surfer) 14.90 EUR with 10 GB for 30 days | Tourist SIM cards: 14.99 EU with 100 MB, 120 local/EU minutes & local/EU SMS for 14 days (Mobicarte Vacances) | 29.99 EUR: 10 GB (for in France and for worldwide use, although you can only use up to 50 MB, 1 GB, or 5 GB in many countries) for 14 days Mobicarte Vacances Monde) | 39.99 EUR with 20 GB, unlimited local/EU minutes, 120 international minutes & unlimited local/EU SMS for 31 days (Orange Holiday)SFR France9.99 EUR with 5 EUR credit and 50 MB for 30 daysBouygues Telecom10 EUR with 4 EUR (credit Carte XL) | Tourist SIM card (Bouygues Telecom My European SIM): 39.90 EUR with 20 GB, unlimited local/EU minutes, unlimited local/EU SMS, 25 EUR international call credit to French Overseas Departments for 30 daysFree Mobile France10 EUR
GermanyTelekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany)9.95 EUR with 10 EUR creditO2 Germany10 EUR with 9.99 EUR credit | Data-only SIM card (O2 My Prepaid Smartphone Jahrespaket): 69.99 EUR with 12 GB for 365 daysVodafone Germany9.95 EUR with 10 EUR credit
GreeceCOSMOTE Greece5 EURVodafone Greece5 EURWIND Greece5 EURFrog Mobile5 EURQ Greece5 EURVodafone CU5 EURWhat's Up Greece5 EUR
HungaryMagyar Telekom990 HUF with 500 MB 80 local/EU minutes & 5 local/EU SMSYettel Hungary (formerly Telenor)489 HUF | Data-only SIM card: 990 HUFVodafone Hungary500 HUF
IcelandSíminn2900 ISK with 5 GB, 50 local/EU minutes & 50 local SMS for 31 days | Data-only SIM card (Data Pack): 2900 ISK with 10 GB for 31 daysNova Iceland990 ISK & 1990 ISKVodafone Iceland2000 ISK with 1 GB and unlimited minutes for 30 days | Data-only SIM card: 1790 ISK with 3 GB
IrelandVodafone IrelandFree, but top-up/plan purchase is requiredThree (3) IrelandFree, but top-up/plan purchase is requiredEirFree, but top-up/plan purchase is requiredAnPost Mobile15 EUR with 50 GB, 3000 minutes & 3000 SMSLycamobile IrelandFree, but top-up/plan purchase is requiredTesco Mobile Ireland10 EUR/15 EUR (depending on the promotion) with 15 GB, 10 000 local minutes & 3000 on-net SMS for 28 days
ItalyWind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy)10 EUR | Tourist SIM card (Tourist Pass): 24.99 EUR with 20 GB, 100 local minutes & 100 international minutes for 30 daysTIM Italy10 EUR with 5 EUR credit | 25 EUR with 20 EUR credit | Tourist SIM card (TIM Tourist): 20 EUR with 15 GB, 8.6 GB EU/EEA data, unlimited chat data (for Facebook Messenger, iMessage, IMO, Skype, Snapchat, Telegram, Viber, WeChat & WhatsApp) & 200 local/international minutes for 30 daysVodafone Italy10 EUR with 5 EUR credit | Tourist SIM card (Dolce Vita): 24.99 EUR EUR with 30 GB, 15 GB EU/EEA data, unlimited social media data (for Facebook, Instagram, Waze & WhatsApp) & 600 local/international minutes for 1 monthIliad9.99 EUR
LatviaLMT0.99 EUR | 4.99 EUR with unlimited data, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS for 7 days | 24.98 EUR with unlimited data, unlimited local/EU minutes & unlimited local/EU SMS for 30 daysZelta Zivtiņa (ZZ) by Tele2 Latvia1.49 EUR with 10 local minutes for 30 days (Starta Komplekts) | 2.99 EUR with 1 GB, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS for 30 days (Starts Bezlimita Sarunas) | 4.49 EUR with unlimited data, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS for 7 days (Starts Bezlimits Visam)Bitė Latvia4.75 EUR with 100 MB, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS for 30 days (Bite Priekšapmaksa) | 6.75 EUR with 6.75 local/EU data, 100 local/EU minutes & 100 local/EU SMS for 30 days (Bite Priekšapmaksa Eiropa)
LiechtensteinSwisscom “Liechtenstein”19.90 CHF with 20 CHF credit and 100 MBSalt “Liechtenstein”10 CHF with 10 CHF credit
LithuaniaPildyk by Tele2 Lithuania0.99 EUR with 99 MB, 199 local minutes & 99 local SMS for 30 days | 2.29 EUR with 11 GB, 199 local minutes & 99 local SMS for 7 days | 3 EUR with 69 GB, 199 local minutes & 99 local SMS for 30 daysTelia Extra Lithuania1.50 EUREžys by Telia Lithuania1 EUR with 150 local minutes for 30 days (Pokalbiams) | 2.49 EUR with 50 GB, 50 local minutes & 50 SMS/day (350 SMS) for 7 days (Savaitei) | 3.49 EUR with 5 GB, unlimited data for Facebook, Facebook Messenger & Spotify, 200 local minutes & 50 SMS/day (1500 SMS) for 30 days (Menesiui)Labas by Bitė Lithuania3.49 EUR with unlimited data between 18:00 and 6:00 for 1 day, 190 local miutes & 190 local SMS for 30 days | 3.49 EUR with 5 GB, unlimited data for between 18:00 and 6:00, 400 local minutes & 400 local SMS for 30 days | 5.50 EUR with unlimited data, 200 local minutes & 200 local SMS for 30 days
LuxembourgPost Luxemburg5 EUR | 10 EUR with 3 EUR credit | 15 EUR with 5 EUR credit | 25 EUR with 10 EUR credit | 100 EUR with 25 EUR creditTango Luxembourg10 EUR with 10 EUR credit and 500 MB for 30 daysOrange Luxembourg3 EUR with 3 EUR credit
MaltaEpic Malta (formerly Vodafone)10 EUR with 5 GB, 200 local/EU minutes & 200 local/EU SMS for 28 days (benefits are not available when bought at the airport)GO Malta10 EUR with 4 GB, unlimited data for Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer & Apple Music, 200 local/international minutes & 200 local/international minutes (or just 10 EUR in credit) for 28 daysMelita10 EUR (with 8 GB, 200 local/EU minutes & 200 local/EU SMS for 30 days – benefits given if the salesperson is feeling generous)
NetherlandsT-Mobile Netherlands10 EUR with 5 EUR creditKPN4.99 EUR with 2.50 EURVodafone Netherlands5 EUR with 5 EUR credit | 10 EUR with 2 GB | 15 EUR with 4 GB | 20 EUR with 6 GB | 30 EUR with 10 GBAH Mobiel5 EUR with 5 EUR creditALDI Talk Netherlands9.99 EUR with 10 EUR creditJumbo Mobiel4.95 EUR with 5 EUR creditKruidvat Mobiel7.99 EUR with 5 EUR creditL-Mobi Mobile Netherlands3.95 EURLebara Netherlands5 EUR, 10 EUR & 20 EURLycamobile Netherlands5 EUR, 10 EUR & 20 EUR
NorwayTelia Norway29 NOK with 30 NOK (when bought from a reseller and NOT in a Telia store) | 99 NOK with 250 MB, “unlimited” (20 000) local minutes & “unlimited” (20 000) local SMS for 14 days (when bought in a Telia store)Lycamobile Norway49 NOK, 99 NOK & 199 NOKMycall Norway25 NOK with 25 NOK credit (20 NOK credit given only during promotions) | 49 NOK with 25 NOK
PolandOrange Poland5 PLN with 5 PLN credit (for 31 days) and 6 GB (14 days) | 20 PLN with 50 GBPlay Poland5 PLN (odNOWA) | 5 PLN with 6 GB for 7 days (Formuła Play na Kartę) | 5 PLN with 6 GB for 7 days (Play na Kartę | 5 PLN with 7 GB for 7 days (Internet na kartę 2.0 w Play 5 zł) | 5 PLN with 15 GB for 7 days (Internet na Kartę 2.0 5 zł) | 9 PLN with 10 GB for 7 days Internet na kartę 2.0 w Play 9 zł | 19 PLN with “unlimited” (30 GB hihg-speed data) for 7 day (Internet na kartę 2.0 w Play 19 zł) | 25 PLN with 25 GB, unlimited local/EU minutes & unlimited local SMS for 30 days ( Formuła Play na Kartę)Plus Poland5 PLN with 6 GB for 15 days | 5 PLN with 15 GB for 7 days | Data-only SIM card: 15 PLN with 30 GB for 15 daysT-Mobile Poland5 PLN with 15 GB | Data-only SIM card: 5 PLN with 7 GBa2 mobile Poland10 PLN with 10 PLN creditFakt Mobile5 PLN with 5 PLNHeyah5 PLNKlucz Mobile9.90 PLN | 19.90/25 PLNLycamobile Poland5 PLN with 20 GB for 5 dayNju Mobile4 PLN with 10 GB for 15 days
PortugalMEO (by Altice Portugal)2.50 EUR with 2.50 EUR credit for 30 days (Cartão M Móvel Pré-Pago Livre) | 9.99 EUR with 5 GB & 1000 local minutes/SMS for 30 days (Cartão M Móvel Pré-Pago) | 14.99 EUR with unlimited data for 15 days (Cartão Enjoy Todo o Tráfego Incluído €14.99) | 30 EUR with unlimited data for 30 days (Cartão Enjoy Todo o Tráfego Incluído €30)NOS Portugal10 EUR with 5 GB and 1500 minutes/SMS | Data-only SIM cards (Kanguru Live XL): 15 EUR with unlimited data for 8 days | 40 EUR with unlimited data for 30 daysVodafone Portugal9.90 EUR with 9.90 EUR | 9.90 EUR with 5 GB, unlimited data for Facebook Messenger, Facetime, Google Hangouts, Message+ Skype, Viber & WhatsApp & 500 local minutes/SMS for 28 days | Data-only SIM cards (Internet Móvel Pré-Pago/Vodafone Go Total): 14.99 EUR with unlimited data for 15 days | 30 EUR with unlimited data for 30 days | Tourist SIM card (Vodafone Travelers): 20 EUR with 10 GB, 500 local/EU minutes/SMS & 30 international minutes for 30 days
RomaniaOrange Romania5 EUR with 5 EUR creditVodafone Romania6.20 EUR with 5 EUR creditDIGI Romania4 EURT-Mobile RomaniaFree, but top-up/plan purchase is requiredLycamobile RomaniaFree, but top-up/plan purchase is required
SlovakiaSlovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia)5 EUR with 10 EUR credit, 1 GB & unlimited local minutesOrange Slovakia1 EUR (Go €1) | 2 EUR with 2 EUR credit and 1 GB (Prima Dáta)O2 Slovakia2 EUR with 2 EUR credit4ka by Swan Mobile4 EUR with 4 EUR credit
SloveniaTelekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel)8.50 EUR with 5 EUR credit (Mobi) | Data-only SIM card (Predplačniški Mobilni Internet SIM): 9.89 EUR with “unlimited” (1 GB high-speed data) for 1 day (Predplačniški Mobilni Internet) | 29.90 EUR with “unlimited” (15 GB high-speed data) for 100 days (Predplačniški Mobilni Internet 100 Dni)A1 Slovenia (formerly Si.mobil)3 EUR/6 EUR with 5 EUR credit | Data-only SIM card (A1 Simpl Net): 10 EUR with 5 EUR creditTelemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil)2 EUR with 5 EUR credit (FREE2GO) | 6.99 EUR with 10 000 units (FREE2GO) | Data-only SIM card (NET2GO): 2/3 EUR with unlimited data for 96 hours (4 days) @ 3G speeds
SpainMovistar Spain10 EUR with 10 EUR credit | 20 EUR with 25 GB and 150 minutes for 28 daysOrange Spain10 EUR with 10 EUR credit | 20 EUR with 20 EUR credit (SIM Mundo) | Tourist SIM cards (Holiday Pass): 15 EUR with “unlimited” (30 GB) data, 8.5 EU data & 50 local/international minutes for 5 days (Holiday Pass 5) | 15 EUR with “unlimited” (60 GB) data, 14 EU data & 100 local/international minutes for 5 days (Holiday Pass 15)Vodafone Spain10 EUR with 12 GB, 7 GB EU data, unlimited on-net minutes & 300 off-net/international minutes for 28 days (Vodafone Prepago S) | 15 EUR with 20 GB, 10 GB EU data, unlimited local/Romania minutes & 800 international for 28 days (Vodafone Prepago M) | 20 EUR with 35 GB, 13 GB EU data & unlimited local/Romania minutes for 28 days (Vodafone Prepago L) | 30 EUR with 45 GB, 20 GB EU data & unlimited local/Romania minutes for 28 days (Vodafone Prepago XL) | 40 EUR with 55 GB, 25 GB EU data & unlimited local/Romania minutes for 28 days (Vodafone Prepago XXL)Yoigo0.01 EUR, but plan purchase is always required | 9.90 EUR with 100 MB and unlimited local/EU minutes for 1 month | 10 EUR with 10 GB and unlimited local/EU minutes for 1 month | 15 EUR with 20 GB and unlimited local/EU minutes for 1 month | 20 EUR with 35 GB and unlimited local/EU minutes for 1 month | 35 EUR with 150 GB for 1 month
SwedenTelia Sweden59 SEK with 1 GB, unlimited local minutes & unlimited local SMS for 7 daysComviq by Tele2 Sweden45 SEKTelenor Sweden49 SEK

Best eSIMs in the European Union (EU)

Some mobile operators in the European Union (EU) offer eSIMs to prepaid customers. However, most do have eSIMs but only for postpaid customers. Only a handful of mobile operators do not have eSIMs.

These European Union mobile operators offer eSIMs to prepaid customers:

  • Austria: Drei (3) Austria (not recommended)
  • Belgium: N/A
  • Bulgaria: N/A
  • Croatia: A1 Croatia (formerly vip)
  • Cyprus: PrimeTel Cyprus (not recommended)
  • Czech Republic: T-Mobile Czech Republic, O2 Czech Republic, Vodafone Czech Republic & MOBIL.CZ
  • Denmark: N/A
  • Estonia: N/A
  • Finland: N/A
  • France: Orange France, Bouygues Telecom (tourist option only) & Free Mobile
  • Germany: Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany)
  • Greece: COSMOTE Greece & What's Up Greece
  • Hungary: Yettel Hungary (formerly Telenor)
  • Iceland: Nova Iceland (but only for smartwatches)
  • Ireland: N/A
  • Italy: Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad Italy (athough many mobile operators are hesitant to give eSIMs to tourists for some reason)
  • Latvia: N/A
  • Liechtenstein: N/A
  • Lithuania: N/A
  • Luxembourg: N/A
  • Malta: N/A
  • Netherlands: N/A
  • Norway: N/A
  • Poland: Orange (Flex) Poland & Plus Poland
  • Portugal: MEO (by Altice Portugal), NOS Portugal & Vodafone Portugal
  • Romania: N/A
  • Slovakia: Slovak Telekom, Orange Slovakia, O2 Slovakia & 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
  • Slovenia: N/A
  • Spain: Orange Spain (for its Holiday Pass Tourist options only)
  • Sweden: Comviq by Tele2 Sweden

In many European Union member states with eSIMs offered to prepaid customers SIM card registration is mandated by law.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for the European Union without personal detail capturing, you can get eSIMs from Airalo, Holafly & Nomad.

I tested out the Airalo Europe (Eurolink) and Nomad Europe eSIMs in 11/8 countries recently – you can read my reviews here: Airalo & Nomad.

Airalo Eurolink eSIM Review by Phone Travel Wiz
Nomad Europe eSIM Review by Phone Travel Wiz

Unfortunately, I did not try out Holafly during that Europe trip because I had to focus on many local European SIM cards, but it does have great performance in some other countries I have used Holafly.

Holafly Travel eSIM Reviews by Phone Travel Wiz

And as of June 2022, Holafly has introduced unlimited data plans for all of the European Union (except for Liechtenstein).

So, of these eSIM providers, which one do I recommend the most?

  • Airalo: most affordable and great experiences (and Phone Travel Wiz readers love Airalo too, especially its Eurolink eSIM)
  • Nomad: (a bit) more expensive than Airalo in Europe, but it is a more premium brand. Great experiences too, although speeds are sometimes a bit slower than Airalo – coverage is spottier too
  • Holafly: used to be very expensive in Europe (but it still is outside the EU). However, the introduction of unlimited data plans has (somehow) dropped prices considerably in the EU. It is still (slightly) pricier than Airalo and Nomad. But you do get truly unlimited data at full speeds, which can be beneficial for those disliking data caps

In the tables below and throughout the guide, you will find links to the country-specific eSIMs provided by Airalo, Nomad & Holafly.

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

Use code PHONETRAVELWIZ for exclusive deals when getting Holafly eSIMs, AND get an additional 5% off!

Anyway, below are the eSIMs I recommend:

CountryLocal Prepaid eSIMsAiralo eSIMsNomad eSIMsHolafly eSIMs
AustriaDrei (3) Austria (not recommended) | Registration IS requiredViennetz Mobil – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysA1 Austria & Magenta Telekom – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
BelgiumN/ABelganet – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysProximus – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
BulgariaN/AButel Mobil – 2.5 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 15 GB/30 days, 30 GB/30 days & 50 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysVivacom Bulgaria – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
CroatiaA1 Croatia (formerly vip) | Registration is NOT requiredCronet – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 daysTelemach Croatia & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysTelemach Croatia – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
CyprusPrimeTel Cyprus (not recommended) | Registration is NOT requiredDekanet – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysEpic Cyprus – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
Czech RepublicT-Mobile Czech Republic, O2 Czech Republic, Vodafone Czech Republic & MOBIL.CZ | Registration is NOT requiredO2 Czech Republic Stay in Touch – 50 CZK credit & 10 GB/30 days (5G NR)Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysT-Mobile Czech Republic – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
DenmarkN/ATeledansk – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysUnknown & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTelenor Denmark – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
EstoniaN/AEstekom – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysElisa Estonia – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
FinlandN/AFinn Communication – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysUnknown & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysElisa Finland & DNA Finland – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
FranceOrange France, Bouygues Telecom (tourist option only) & Free Mobile | Registration IS requiredBonbon Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysSFR France & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysSFR France – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
GermanyTelekom – formerly T-Mobile Germany (not recommended) | Registration IS requiredHallo! Mobil – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysO2 Germany & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysTelekom – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
GreeceCOSMOTE Greece & What's Up Greece | Registration IS requiredMeraki Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysWIND Greece & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysCOSMOTE Greece & Wind Greece – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
HungaryYettel Hungary – formerly Telenor | Registration IS requiredSzia! – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysMagyar Telekom – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
IcelandNova Iceland (but only for smartwatches) | Registration is NOT requiredNemma Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 daysNova Iceland & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysSíminn & Nova Iceland – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
IrelandN/AFáilte – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysVodafone Ireland & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysVodafone Ireland & Three (3) Ireland – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
ItalyWind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad Italy | Registration IS requiredMamma Mia – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysIliad & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysWind Tre – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
LatviaN/ALabitel – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysBitė Latvia – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
LiechtensteinN/ALie Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTelecom Liechtenstein – 3 GB/7 days, 5 GB/15 days, 8 GB/20 days & 10 GB/30 days
LithuaniaN/ALila Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysBitė Lithuania – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
LuxembourgN/ALuxcom – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTango Luxembourg – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
MaltaN/AMaltafone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysGO Malta – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
NetherlandsN/AHè Hè – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysT-Mobile Netherlands – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
NorwayN/ALofotel – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysUnknown & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysTelenor Norway – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
PolandOrange (Flex) Poland & Plus Poland | Registration IS requiredLekko – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysOrange Poland & T-Mobile Poland – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
PortugalMEO (by Altice Portugal), NOS Portugal & Vodafone Portugal | Registration is NOT requiredFofo Mobil + MEO Portugal Ready to Enjoy – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days (4G/LTE) + 30 GB (5G NR)MEO Portugal & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysNOS Portugal – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
RomaniaN/ANoroc – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTelekom Romania – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
SlovakiaSlovak Telekom, Orange Slovakia (not recommended), O2 Slovakia & 4ka (by Swan Mobile) | Registration IS requiredDobrý Deň – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysSlovak Telekom – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
SloveniaN/AŽivjo – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysTruphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysA1 Slovenia & Telemach Slovenia – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
SpainN/AGuay Mobile – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysVodafone Spain & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysMovistar Spain – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days
SwedenComviq by Tele2 Sweden | Registration is NOT requiredVän – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 daysUnknown & Truphone – 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 10 GB/30 days & 20 GB/30 daysTelenor Sweden – unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days

The Meraki Mobile (Greece), Mamma Mia (Italy) & MEO Ready to Enjoy Portugal 5G eSIMs are the most popular and loved Airalo eSIMs (according to Phone Travel Wiz readers).

Greece Meraki eSIM Airalo
© Airalo
Italy Mamma Mia eSIM Airalo
© Airalo
Portugal MEO Ready to Enjoy Portugal eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

With the eSIMs mentioned in the table above, you can skip the queues and avoid physical SIM cards in the European Union and use them immediately upon arriving in the European Union!

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If you plan on visiting other neighboring European nations, consider the Eurolink eSIM (six variants: 1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 5 GB/30 daysmost popular with PTW readers, 10 GB/30 daysvery popular with PTW readers, 50 GB/90 days & 100 GB/180 days) in the European Union and these other countries:

Eurolink Europe eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

1 non-EU/EEA country
2 on 3G only

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

With the Eurolink eSIM, you can save a lot of money by skipping the initial SIM card costs per country you visit – averaging 10.78 USD/country in Europe!

Airalo Eurolink eSIM Review by Phone Travel Wiz

Holafly and Nomad also have eSIMs covering all of Europe.

But honestly, the Eurolink eSIM is superior (but you can consider the Holafly Europe eSIM if you want unlimited data in 30+ countries).

VoLTE & VoWiFi in the European Union (EU)

VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G) – also known as HD Voice) is available in the European Union (EU), and it is offered by most mobile operators (although some limit it to postpaid customers only). VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi – also known as WiFi calling) is not as widely available.

Below is a table of European Union member states with VoLTE and VoWiFi, and which mobile operators offer the features:

CountryOperators with VoLTE & VoWiFiOperators with VoLTE OnlyOperators with VoWiFi Only
AustriaA1 Austria, Magenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria) & Drei (3) Austria
BelgiumProximus, Orange Belgium, BASE Belgium, Carrefour Mobile, Lycamobile Belgium & Vectone Mobile Belgium
BulgariaVivacom BulgariaA1 Bulgaria & Yettel Bulgaria (formerly Telenor)Yettel
CroatiaHrvatski Telekom & Bonbon CroatiaA1 Croatia & Tomato Croatia
CyprusEpic Cyprus & Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Czech RepublicT-Mobile Czech Republic, O2 Czech Republic, Kaktus Czech Republic, MOBIL.CZ & OpenCall Czech RepublicVodafone Czech Republic, COOP Mobil Czech Republic, Oskarta & SAZKAmobil
Denmark
EstoniaElisa Estonia + Zen by Elisa EstoniaDiil/Simpel/Super by Telia Estonia
FinlandElisa Finland & Telia FinlandDNA Finland
FranceOrange France, SFR France & Bouygues TelecomFree Mobile France
GermanyTelekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany), O2 Germany & Vodafone Germany
GreeceCOSMOTE Greece, Vodafone Greece, Frog Mobile, Vodafone CU & What's Up GreeceWIND Greece & Q Greece
HungaryMagyar TelekomYettel Hungary (formerly Telenor) & Vodafone Hungary
IcelandNova Iceland
IrelandVodafone Ireland & eir
ItalyWind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad
LatviaLMT, Zelta Zivtina (ZZ) by Tele2 Latvia & Bitė Latvia
LiechtensteinSwisscom “Liechtenstein” & Salt “Liechtenstein”
LithuaniaPildyk by Tele2 Lithuania, Extra + Ežys by Telia Lithuania & Labas by Bitė Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
NetherlandsT-Mobile Netherlands & KPN Netherlands (both not for prepaid customers)Vodafone Netherlands
NorwayTelia Norway & Mycall Norway
PolandOrange Poland, Play Poland, Plus Poland & T-Mobile Poland
PortugalNOS Portugal & Vodafone PortugalMEO (by Altice Portugal)
RomaniaOrange Romania, Vodafone Romania, DIGI Romania & Telekom Romania
SlovakiaOrange Slovakia & Orange SlovakiaSlovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile) & 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
SloveniaTelekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel)A1 Slovania (formerly Si.mobil) & Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil)
SpainMovistar Spain & Orange SpainVodafone Spain & Yoigo
SwedenTelia Sweden & Comviq by Tele2 SwedenTelenor Sweden (but not for prepaid customers)

5G NR in the European Union (EU)

5G NR Connectivity Illustration by Phone Travel Wiz

Sunrise from Switzerland was the first mobile operator to launch standalone 5G NR in Europe (2019). However, it is not part of the European Union. Select mobile operators in Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia & Spain allow prepaid customers to use 5G NR, although even more countries have 5G NR for postpaid customers.

With some mobile operators, you need to purchase select (more expensive) plans to use 5G NR.

In a few, 5G NR access can be purchased as an add-on or booster, depending on what the mobile operator calls it.

European Union (EU) Prepaid SIM Cards

I will be covering 30 countries in this guide.

While I would love it if you read this whole guide, it has more than 35k words.

Moreover, you may not even visit all these countries, so I do not blame you for just wanting to focus on the country you will go to.

Therefore, I created this index so that you can jump to the country you are interested in (instead of having to scroll for ages).

If you are done reading about a country and want to read another one (let's say from Latvia to Slovakia), you can easily do so by jumping back to the index.

There will be a Jump back to the Index button at the end of each country section.



Austria Prepaid SIM Cards

Flag of Austria

In Austria, you have three mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • A1 Austria
  • Magenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria)
  • Drei (3) Austria
Buying a SIM Card in Austria Guide (logos of Magenta, T-Mobile & A1 Telekom)

I recommend going with A1 Austria or Drei (3) Austria. A1 has the best network and the fastest speeds. Drei has several unlimited data plans with reasonable speeds (30 Mbps/10 Mbps or 50 Mbps/20 Mbps) for only 30 EUR or 40 EUR.

Drie (3) Austria SIM Card
© Drei (3) Austria
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Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Austria

You can get an Austrian SIM card for A1 Austria, Magenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria) & Drei (3) Austria in their stores and from resellers, like Mediamarkt. SIM cards are also sold at Salzburg Airport (SZG) and Vienna International Airport (VIE).

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50 Euro Bank Note
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Drei (3) Austria offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.

However, you first need to buy a regular SIM card (9.90 EUR) and then exchange it for an eSIM for 20 EUR, making the total 29.90 EUR – just for an eSIM.

That is just too expensive.

Moreover, note that the Austrian mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Austria without personal detail capturing, you can get the Austria (Viennetz Mobil) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Austria Viennetz Mobil eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Austria eSIMs from Nomad.

Austria eSIMs Nomad
Austria Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

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Below are the coverage maps of A1 Austria & Drei (3) Austria:

If you want to see Magenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria)'s coverage map, head to my Austria SIM Card Buying Guide.

Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Austria

A1 Austria and Drei (3) Austria top-up vouchers are sold in A1 stores and Drei stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your A1 SIM card, dial *102*VoucherCode# or call 0800644295, select option 2, enter the VoucherCode, close it with the # sign, and select option 2 again to confirm the entry.

For A1, text the VoucherCode to 31321 or call 0660303055 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with A1 and Drei.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *101# or calling 08006642953 with A1. For Drei, text GUT to 31321.

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A1 Austria has three data-featured plans, but the B.free Tarife are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following B.free Tarife are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to the corresponding number:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal MinutesLocal/EU MinutesInternational (EU) MinutesLocal SMSLocal/EU SMSInternational (EU) SMSValidityActivation Code
10 EURB.free XS6 GBN/A1000 minutesN/AN/A1000 SMSN/AN/A28 daysJA to 2976
15 EURB.free S15 GBN/A1000 minutesN/AN/A1000 SMSN/AN/A28 daysJA to 2977
20 EURB.free M18 GB14 GB2000 minutesShared with local call allowance100 minutes2000 SMSShared with local call allowance100 SMS28 daysJA to 2978
30 EURB.free L30 GB20 GB3000 minutesShared with local call allowance150 minutes3000 SMSShared with local call allowance150 SMS28 daysJA to 2979
A1 Austria B.free Plans

Drei (3) Austria has seven data-featured plans, but the Telefonie Tarife are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Mobil Kontant Ladepakker are available, which can be activated on the Wertkarte app (NOT the Mein A1 app):

Telefonie Tarife can be activated on the Wertkarte app:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataSpeedLocal MinutesLocal/EU MinutesLocal SMSLocal/EU SMSValidity
10 EURTalk M10 GBN/A50 Mbps/20 Mbps1000 minutesN/A1000 SMSN/A30 days
15 EURTalk L15 GBN/A100 Mbps/50 Mbps1500 minutesN/A1500 SMSN/A30 days
20 EURTalk EU L20 GB15 GB100 Mbps/50 MbpsShared with local/EU call allowance2000 minutesShared with local/EU SMS allowance2000 SMS30 days
30 EURTalk EU XL30 GB20 GB150 Mbps/50 MbpsShared with local/EU call allowance3000 minutesShared with local/EU SMS allowance3000 SMS30 days

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Austria

  • A1 Austria & Drei (3) Austria are recommended
  • Austrian SIM cards cost 9.90-10 EUR (A1, Magenta Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Austria) & Drei)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Salzburg Airport (SZG) and Vienna International Airport (VIE)
  • Topping up can be done in A1 and Drei stores, through top-up partners & online
  • A1's B.free Tarife (combo) range from 10 EUR and 30 EUR. Drei's Telefonie Tarife (combo) range from 10 EUR and 30 EUR
  • Read my Austria SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Austrian SIM cards

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Belgium Prepaid SIM Cards

Flag of Belgium

In Belgium, you have three mobile operators and three Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Proximus
  • Orange Belgium
  • BASE Belgium (by Telenet)
  • Carrefour Mobile Belgium (BASE MVNO)
  • Lycamobile Belgium (BASE MVNO)
  • Vectone Mobile Belgium (BASE MVNO)
Buying a SIM Card in Belgium Guide (logos of Proximus, Orange, BASE, Lycamobile, Vectone Mobile, Carrefour Mobile & L-Mobi Mobile)

I recommend going with Proximus or BASE Belgium. Proximus has the best overall network. BASE has the fastest speeds and the best data-featured plans.

Proximus Belgium SIM Card
© Proximus
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Belgium (yet).

However, you can get the Belgium eSIM (Belganet) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Belgium Belganet eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Belgium eSIMs from Nomad.

Belgium eSIMs Nomad
Belgium Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

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Below are the coverage maps of Proximus & BASE Belgium:

If you want to see Orange Belgium's coverage map, head to my Belgium SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Belgium

You can get a Belgian SIM card for 10 EUR from Proximus and BASE. Orange sells its SIM cards for 15 EUR. SIM cards are also sold at Brussels (Zaventem) Airport (BRU – through Sim Local).

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

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Belgium

Proximus and BASE Belgium top-up vouchers are sold in Proximus stores and BASE stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Proximus SIM card, dial #121*VoucherCode#.

For BASE, text TOPUP VoucherCode to 1914 or call 1999 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Proximus and BASE.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing #120# or #121# with Proximus. For BASE, text COLSULT to 1914.

Proximus has two data-featured plans, but the Data Bundles are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Data Bundles are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PriceDataValidityActivation Code
6 EUR500 MB31 days#151*1#
12 EUR3 GB31 days#152*1#

BASE has two data-featured plans, but the Prepaid Plans are recommended.

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

The following Prepaid Plans are available, which get activated automatically by topping up the corresponding amount:

PriceCreditBonus DataBonus On-Net MinutesLocal/EU SMS 1Credit ValidityBonus Validity
10 EUR10 EUR1 GBUnlimited250 SMS12 months30 days
15 EUR15 EUR4 GBUnlimited1000 SMS12 months30 days
20 EUR20 EUR4 GBUnlimited1000 SMS12 months30 days
25 EUR25 EUR8 GBUnlimited5000 SMS12 months30 days
30 EUR30 EUR8 GBUnlimited5000 SMS12 months30 days
50 EUR50 EUR8 GBUnlimited5000 SMS12 months30 days
90 EUR90 EUR8 GBUnlimited5000 SMS12 months30 days

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

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Belgium

  • Proximus & BASE Belgium are recommended
  • Belgian SIM cards cost 10 EUR (Proximus & BASE) and 15 EUR (Orange Belgium)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Brussels (Zaventem) Airport (BRU – through Sim Local)
  • Topping up can be done in Proximus and BASE stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Proximus' Data Bundles range from 6 EUR to 12 EUR. BASE's Prepaid Plans range from 10 EUR to 90 EUR
  • Read my Belgium SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Belgian SIM cards

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Bulgaria Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Bulgaria, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • A1 Bulgaria (formerly Mtel Bulgaria)
  • Yettel Bulgaria (formerly Telenor Bulgaria)
  • Vivacom Bulgaria
Buying a SIM Card in Bulgaria Guide (logos of Yettel, Vivacom & A1)

I recommend going with A1 Bulgaria or Vivacom Bulgaria. A1 has, overall, a great network. Vivacom is the fastest (on 4G/LTE) and has the cheapest plans.

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Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Bulgaria

You can get a Bulgarian SIM card for between 6 BGN to 50 BGN from A1 Bulgaria, 7 BGN (3.85 USD) to 20 BGN (10.95 USD) from Vivacom & 8 BGN to 40 BGN from Yettel Bulgaria (formerly Telenor) in their stores. SIM cards may be sold at Sofia Airport (SOF).

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

50 Bulgarian Lev Bank Note
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Bulgaria (yet).

However, you can get the Bulgaria eSIM (Bultel) from Airalo (2.5 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days, 15 GB/30 days, 30 GB/30 days – this variant is most popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers & 50 GB/30 days).

For some reason, the Bultel eSIM has the most generous data allowances of any Airalo eSIM in Europe (typically, it is up to 10 GB/30 days – while being cheaper than most!).

Bulgaria Bultel eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Bulgaria eSIMs from Nomad.

Bulgaria eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

If you prefer unlimited data plans instead, get one of the Bulgaria eSIMs from Holafly (unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days)

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Below are the coverage maps of A1 Bulgaria & Vivacom Bulgaria:

If you want to see Yettel Bulgaria (formerly Telenor)'s coverage map, head to my Bulgaria SIM Card Buying Guide.

Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Bulgaria

A1 Bulgaria and Vivacom Bulgaria top-up vouchers are sold in A1 stores and Vivacom stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your A1 SIM card, dial *100*VoucherCode# or call *88 and follow the instructions.

Note that every call to *88 will cost 0.18 BGN/call.

For Vivacom, dial *101*VoucherCode# or call 123, select option 1, and enter the VoucherCode.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *123# with A1. For Vivacom, dial *102# or call 123 and select option 2.

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A1 Bulgaria has five data-featured plans, but the Combo Add-Ons for Universal (Plus) Tariff Plan are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Combo Add-Ons for Universal (Plus) Tariff Plan are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 789:

PriceDataOn-Net MinutesOff-Net MinutesOn-Net SMSValidityActivation Code
5.49 BGNN/A150 minutes50 minutesN/A30 daysC5
5.99 BGN200 MB200 minutesN/A200 SMS30 daysC1
5.99 BGN200 MB5000 minutesN/A200 SMS30 daysF1
5.99 BGN1000 MB100 minutes100 minutesN/A15 daysC3
14.99 BGN3000 MB300 minutes150 minutesN/A30 daysC4
A1 Bulgaria Combo Add-Ons

Vivacom Bulgaria has three data-featured plans, but the Combo/Mix Add-Ons are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Combo/Mix Add-Ons are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1236:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
6.99 BGN Mix M600 MB600 MB300 minutes25 SMS28 daysX1
6.99 BGN 2Mix M+600 MB2400 MB400 minutes50 SMS28 daysX2
9.99 BGN Mix L1500 MB1500 MB600 minutes25 SMS28 daysX3
9.99 BGN 2Mix L+2000 MB3500 MB800 minutes50 SMS28 daysX4

1 for calls within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Bulgaria (NOT from Bulgaria to other EU/EEA member states)
2 auto-renews

Vivacom Bulgaria Internet Add-Ons (Data Plans)

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Bulgaria

  • A1 Bulgaria and Vivacom Bulgaria are recommended
  • Bulgarian SIM cards cost between 6 BGN to 50 BGN
  • SIM cards may be sold at Sofia Airport (SOF)
  • Topping up can be done in A1 and Vivacom stores, through top-up partners & online
  • A1's Combo Add-Ons for Universal (Plus) Tariff Plan range from 5.49 BGN to 14.99 BGN. Vivacom's Combo/Mix Add-Ons range from 6.99 BGN and 9.99 BGN
  • Read my Bulgaria SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Bulgarian SIM cards

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Croatia Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Croatia, you have three mobile operators and two Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa)
  • A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia)
  • Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2 Croatia)
  • Bonbon Croatia
  • Tomato Croatia
Buying a SIM Card in Croatia Guide (logos of Hrvatski Telekom, Telemach, A1, Tomato & Bonbon)

I recommend going with Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom. It has the best overall network and the fastest speeds. Consider its tourist SIM card with unlimited data for 7 days, costing 85 HRK.

Hrvatski Telekom Tourist SIM Card
© Hrvatski Telekom
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A1 Croatia (formerly vip Croatia) offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.

While Hrvatski Telekom also has eSIMs, they are (currently) not offered to prepaid customers (Simpa).

However, you can also get the Croatia eSIM (Cronet) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 days).

Croatia Cronet eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Croatia eSIMs from Nomad.

Croatia eSIMs Nomad
Croatia Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of Hrvatski Telekom:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Croatia SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Croatia

You can get a Croatian SIM card for 20 HKR from Hrvatski Telekom (Simpa), A1 (formerly vip), Telemach (formerly Tele2), Bonbon & Tomato in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. Tourist SIM cards with truly unlimited data are sold for 80 HKR (A1) and 85 HRK (Hrvatski Telekom). SIM cards are also sold at various airports, including Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG).

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

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Croatia

Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom top-up vouchers are sold in Hrvatski Telekom stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom SIM card, dial *123*VoucherCode#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *111#.

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If you do not go for the Hrvatski Telekom tourist SIM card, which you should, you can create your own plan with Simpa Opcije (Simpa Options).

You can set how much data (without 5G NR access), how many minutes/SMS & which add-ons you want:

PricePlanDataSnapchat or WhatsApp Data 3Local/EU Minutes/SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
24 HRKSimpa Tjedna2500 MB 2N/A400 minutes/SMS7 days TJEDNA
49 HRKSimpa XS1 GBN/A2000 minutes/SMS30 days SIMPA XS
59 HRK Simpa S2 GBN/A2000 minutes/SMS30 days SIMPA S
79 HRKSimpa M5 GBN/A2000 minutes/SMS30 days SIMPA M
99 HRKSimpa L8 GBUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS30 days SIMPA L
119 HRKSimpa XL13 GBUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS30 days App only
Hrvatski Telekom Simpa Opcije Simpa Options
PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataValidityActivation Code
10 HRKDnevno Internet DanUnlimited @ 75 MbpsUnknown1 dayINTERNET DAN
20 HRKMjesečno Internet S1000 MBN/A30 days 1INTERNET S
40 HRKMjesečno Internet M3000 MB2.9 GB30 days 1INTERNET M
60 HRKMjesečno Internet L6000 MB4.3 GB30 days 1INTERNET L
70 HRKTjedno Internet TjedanUnlimited @ 75 MbpsUnknown7 days Tjedan
90 HRK Mjesečno Internet Xl9000 MB 6.5 GB 30 days 1INTERNET XL
Hrvatski Telekom Simpa Internet Opcije Internet Options
PricePlanDataApp(s)Validity
9 HRKMjesečno SnapchatUnlimitedSnapchat30 days 
9 HRKMjesečno WhatsAppUnlimitedWhatsApp30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno AudiomackUnlimitedAudiomack30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno DeezerUnlimitedDeezer30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno Facebook & Facebook MessengerUnlimitedFacebook & Facebook Messenger30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno HBO GOUnlimitedHBO GO30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno InstagramUnlimitedInstagram30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno MAXtv To GoUnlimitedMAXtv To Go30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno NetflixUnlimitedNetflix30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno Pickbox NOWUnlimitedPickbox NOW30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno TikTokUnlimitedTikTok30 days 
49 HRKMjesečno YouTubeUnlimitedYouTube30 days 
Hrvatski Telekom Simpa Dodatne Simpa Opcije Additional Simpa Options

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Croatia

  • Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom is recommended
  • Croatian SIM cards cost 20 HRK (Simpa by Hrvatski Telekom, A1 Croatia (formerly vip), Telemach Croatia (formerly Tele2), Bonbon Croatia & Tomato Croatia).
    • Tourist SIM cards cost 80 HRK (A1) and 85 HRK (Hrvatski Telekom)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Dubrovnik/Čilipi Airport (DBV), Split (Resnik) Airport (SPU) & Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)
  • Topping up can be done in Hrvatski Telekom stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Read my Croatia SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Croatian SIM cards

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Cyprus Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Cyprus, you have three mobile operators and one Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) offering prepaid services:

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

I recommend going with Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN) or Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus). Epic is the best and fastest mobile operator. Cytamobile (Vodafone) has attractive plans.

Epic Cyprus SIM Card
© Epic Cyprus
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PrimeTel is the only mobile operator offering eSIMs to prepaid customers in Cyprus.

However, it is not one of the mobile operators I recommend.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM, you can get the Cyprus eSIM (Dekanet) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 days).

Cyprus Dekanet eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Cyprus eSIMs from Nomad.

Cyprus eSIMs Nomad
Cyprus Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN) & Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus):

If you want to see PrimeTel Cyprus' coverage map, head to my Cyprus SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Cyprus

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

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Cyprus

Epic Cyprus and Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) top-up vouchers are sold in Epic stores and Cytamobile stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Epic SIM card, dial *202*VoucherCode#.

For Soeasy by Cytamobile, dial *115*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Epic and Soeasy by Cytamobile.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *202# or calling 2020 with Epic. For Soeasy by Cytamobile, dial *110#.

Epic Cyprus has three data-featured plans, but the Pay As You Go Surf Plans are recommended.

They are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

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

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
1.50 EURDaily100 MB1 daydata on day
4 EURWeekly500 MB1 weekdata on week
10 EURMonthly2 GB1 monthdata on month
15 EURMonthly Plus4 GB1 monthdata on month 2000
Epic Cyprus Pay As You Go Surf Plans

Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) has five data-featured plans, but the Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs are recommended.

They are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

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

PricePlanDataValidityActivation Code
1.50 EURSoeasy MI Daily200 MB1 dayMI Day
3 EURSoeasy MI Weekly500 MB7 daysMI Week
5 EURSoeasy MI Monthly Small2 GB30 daysMI S
10 EURSoeasy MI Monthly Large6 GB30 daysMI LRG
15 EURSoeasy MI Monthly XL12 GB30 daysMI XL
Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Cyprus

  • Epic Cyprus & Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) are recommended
  • Cypriot SIM cards cost 2 EUR (Epic, Soeays by Cytamobile, PrimeTel Cyprus & Purple Loop by Cablenet Cyprus (formerly Lemontel)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO)
  • Topping up can be done in Epic and Cytamobile stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Epic's Pay As You Go Surf Plans range from 1.50 EUR to 15 EUR. Soeasy by Cytamobile's Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs range from 1.50 EUR to 15 EUR
  • Read my Cyprus SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Cypriot SIM cards

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Czech Republic (Czechia) Prepaid SIM Cards

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In the Czech Republic (Czechia), you have three mobile operators and eight Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • T-Mobile Czech Republic
  • O2 Czech Republic
  • Vodafone Czech Republic
  • BLESKmobil (O2 Czech Republic MVNO)
  • COOP Mobil Czech Republic (Vodafone Czech Republic MVNO)
  • Kaktus (T-Mobile Czech Republic)
  • MOBIL.CZ (T-Mobile Czech Republic)
  • OpenCall Mobile (O2 Czech Republic MVNO)
  • Oskarta (Vodafone Czech Republic MVNO)
  • SAZKAmobil (Vodafone Czech Republic MVNO)
  • Tesco Mobile Czech Republic (O2 Czech Republic MVNO)
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I recommend going with T-Mobile Czech Republic or Vodafone Czech Republic. T-Mobile has the fastest network. Vodafone has, overall, the best network.

Vodafone Czech Republic SIM Card
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T-Mobile Czech Republic, O2 Czech Republic, Vodafone Czech Republic & MOBIL.CZ offer eSIM to prepaid customers.

Vodafone Czech Republic is rather vague on whether it allows prepaid customers to use eSIM or not.

Originally, I mentioned that I would confirm if they are also available for prepaid customers after visiting the Czech Republic again in January 2022.

Well… I forgot to ask 💀 – but you still have other options.

O2 struck a special deal with Airalo, where you can get the Stay in Touch tourist offering as an eSIM through their platform before arriving in the Czech Republic.

Czech Republic O2 Stay in Touch eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

You have these two options:

  1. O2 Czech Republic Stay in Touch with 5 GB and 50 CZK credit
  2. O2 Czech Republic Stay in Touch with 10 GB and 50 CZK credit

Or you can get Czech Republic eSIMs from Nomad.

Czech Republic eSIMs Nomad
Czech Republic Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

Finally, you can get Czech Republic eSIMs from Holafly if you prefer unlimited data plans and do not mind paying a bit more for this advantage:

  1. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 5 days
  2. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 10 days
  3. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 15 days
  4. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 20 days
  5. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 30 days
  6. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 60 days
  7. Czech Republic unlimited data eSIM for 90 days
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Below are the coverage maps of T-Mobile Czech Republic & Vodafone Czech Republic:

If you want to see O2 Czech Republic's coverage map, head to my Czech Republic SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in the Czech Republic (Czechia)

You can get a Czech SIM card for 150 CZK from T-Mobile Czech Republic, 179 CZK from O2 Czech Republic & 200 CZK from Vodafone Czech Republic in their stores and from resellers, like newsstands and kiosks. The MVNOs (BLESKmobil, Coop Mobile Czech Republic, Kaktus Czech Republic, MOBIL.CZ, OpenCall Czech Republic, Oskarta, SAZKAmobil & Tesco Mobile Czech Republic) sell SIM cards for between 100 CZK and 500 CZK. Vodafone also sells SIM cards at Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).

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

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in the Czech Republic (Czechia)

T-Mobile Czech Republic and Vodafone Czech Republic top-up vouchers are sold in T-Mobile stores and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your T-Mobile SIM card, dial *102*VoucherCode#; call 4601, select option 2, and enter the VoucherCode; or call 4602, select option 2, and enter the VoucherCode.

For Vodafone, text DOBIJ VOD VoucherCode to 7700 or dial *77 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with T-Mobile and Vodafone.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *101# or calling 4601 and selecting option 1 with T-Mobile. For Vodafone, dial *122 or text KOLIK KREDIT to 7700.

T-Mobile Czech Republic has two data-featured plans, but the Internet Plans are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Internet Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 4603:

PricePlanDataValidityActivation CodeDeactivation Code
69 CZKNeomezený Internet v Mobilu na DenUnlimited1 dayNIDEN AN/A
79 CZKInternet 500 MB s Týdenní Obnovou500 MB7 daysITYDEN500 AITYDEN500 D
109 CZKInternet 800 MB s Měsíční Obnovou800 MB30 daysIMESIC800 AIMESIC800 D
149 CZKNeomezený Internet na VíkendUnlimited1 weekendNIVIKEND AN/A
219 CZKInternet 2 GB s Měsíční Obnovou2 GB30 daysIMESIC2OBNOVA AIMESIC2OBNOVA A
269 CZKInternet 3 GB s Měsíční Obnovou3 GB30 daysIMESIC3 AIMESIC3 D
369 CZKInternet 5 GB s Měsíční Obnovou5 GB30 daysIMESIC5OBNOVA AIMESIC5OBNOVA D
469 CZKInternet 10 GB s Měsíční Obnovou10 GB30 daysIMESIC10OBNOVA AIMESIC10OBNOVA D
998 CZKTwist Internet na Rok1 GB/30 days (12 GB)360 daysIROK AIROK D
T-Mobile Czech Republic Internet Plans

Vodafone Czech Republic has four data-featured plans, but the Data and SMS Bundles are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and SMS.

The following Data and SMS Bundles are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 7700:

PriceDataOn-Net SMSOff-Net SMSValidityActivation Code
99 CZK500 MBUnlimitedN/A1 monthDATA 99
199 CZK1.2 GBUnlimitedN/A1 monthDATA 199
349 CZK3 GBUnlimitedUnlimited1 monthDATA 349

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in the Czech Republic (Czechia)

  • T-Mobile Czech Republic & Vodafone Czech Republic are recommended
  • Czech SIM cards cost between 100 CZK and 500 CZK (T-Mobile, O2 Czech Republic, Vodafone, BLESKmobil, COOP Mobil, Kaktus, Mobil.cz, OpenCall Mobile, Oskarta, SAZKAmobil & Tesco Mobile
  • SIM cards are also sold at Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG – Vodafone only)
  • Topping up can be done in T-Mobile and Vodafone stores, through top-up partners & online
  • T-Mobile's Internet Plans range from 69 CZK and 998 CZK. Vodafone's Data and SMS Bundles (combo) range from 99 CZK and 349 CZK
  • Read my Czech Republic SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Czech SIM cards

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Denmark Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Denmark, you have two Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Lebara Denmark
  • Lycamobile Denmark
Buying a SIM Card in Denmark Guide (logos of Lebara & Lycamobile)

I recommend going with Lebara Denmark or Lycamobile Denmark. Both MVNOs use the networks of Telia Denmark and Telenor Denmark (TT-Netværket), which have extensive coverage and fast speeds. Consider Lebara for free international calls from Denmark to 60 countries. Lycamobile offers more choices in plans.

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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Denmark (yet).

However, you can get the Denmark eSIM (Teledansk) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Denmark Teledansk eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Denmark eSIMs from Nomad.

Denmark eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

If you prefer unlimited data plans instead, get one of the Denmark eSIMs from Holafly (unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days)

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Below is the coverage map of Lycamobile Denmark (which applies to Lebara Denmark too – you do not have full access to the Telenor Denmark and Telia Denmark networks):

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Denmark

You can get a Danish SIM card for 29 DKK from Lycamobile Denmark or 49 DKK from Lebara Denmark from resellers, such as grocery stores, 7-Elevens & electronic shops. SIM cards are also available at Copenhagen International Airport (CPH).

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

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Denmark

Lebara Denmark and Lycamobile Denmark top-up vouchers are sold in kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Lebara SIM card, text Topup VoucherCode to 5010, or call 50101234, select option 2, select option 2 again, and enter the Voucher Code.

For Lycamobile, dial *101*VoucherCode#, dial 92#, or call 3333 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Lebara and Lycamobile.

Checking your balance can be done by texting Balance to 5010 or calling 50101234 with Lebara. For Lycamobile, dial *102#, 95#, or call 333.

Lebara Denmark has two data-featured plans, but the Pay Monthly Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Pay Monthly Plans are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataLocal/International Minutes 1EU/EEA MinutesLocal SMSValidity
19 DKK4 GB1 GB4 hours1 hour Unlimited30 days
49 DKK12 GB2 GB12 hours5 hoursUnlimited30 days
59 DKK20 GB3 GB20 hours5 hoursUnlimited30 days
79 DKK60 GB4 GB60 hours5 hoursUnlimited30 days
99 DKK100 GB5 GB100 hours5 hoursUnlimited30 days
119 DKK180 GB6 GB180 hours5 hoursUnlimited30 days

Lycamobile Denmark has four data-featured plans, but the National Bundles are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following National Bundles are available, which can be activated online:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataOn-Net MinutesLocal/EU MinutesOn-Net SMSLocal/EU SMSValidity
49 DKKHello Denmark S5 GB4 GB500 minutes500 minutes500 SMS500 SMS30 days
99 DKKHello Denmark M110 GB7.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
149 DKKHello Denmark L250 GB11 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
Lycamobile Denmark National Bundles

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Denmark

  • Lebara Denmark and Lycamobile Denmark are recommended
  • Danish SIM cards cost 29 DKK (Lycamobile) or 49 DKK (Lebara)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Copenhagen International Airport (CPH)
  • Topping up can be done in through top-up partners & online
  • Lebara's Pay Monthly Plans (combo) range from 19 DKK to 119 DKK. Lebara's National Bundles (combo) range from 49 DKK and 149 DKK
  • Read my Denmark SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Danish SIM cards

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Estonia Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Estonia, you have three mobile operators with all having dedicated prepaid sub-brands (seven) offering prepaid services:

  • Telia Estonia/Eesti (with Diil, Simpel & Smart)
  • Elisa Estonia/Eesti (+Zen)
  • Tele2 Estonia/Eesti (+Smart)
Buying a SIM Card in Estonia Guide (logos of Super, Diil, Smart, Elisa, Tele2, Zen & Simpel)

I recommend going with Telia Estonia (Diil, Simpel & Super). Telia has the best overall network and the fastest speeds. Moreover, the Diil and Simpel Telia sub-brands allow for free EU/EEA roaming.

Super by Telia Estonia SIM Card
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While Telia, Elisa & Tele2 offer eSIMs, they are (currently) not avilable to prepaid customers (Diil, Simpel, Super, Zen & Smart).

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM, you can get the Estonia (Estekom) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Estonia Estekom eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Estonia eSIMs from Nomad.

Estonia eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of Telia Estonia:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Estonia SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Estonia

You can get an Estonian SIM card for 0.95 EUR from Smart (Tele2 Estonia), 1 EUR to 5 EUR from Elisa Estonia, 1 EUR from Super (Telia Estonia), 2.95 EUR from Diil (Telia), Simpel (Telia) & Zen (Elisa), and 3.95 EUR or 9.95 EUR 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).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Estonia

Diil, Simpel & Super by Telia Estonia top-up vouchers are sold in Telia stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

However, Telia charges a 1 EUR service fee, so you are better off visiting a reseller, like R-Kiosk, to get yourself a top-up voucher.

To top up your Diil, Simpel & Super SIM cards, dial *142*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible.

However, only Estonia-issued cards are accepted.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *143# with Diil, Simpel & Super.

However, each inquiry will cost you 0.06 EUR.

Diil, Simpel & Super by Telia Estonia all share the same data-featured plan (without 5G NR access) with different names (no name for Diil, Internetipaketid/Internet Packages for Simpel & 4G Data for Super).

Dial the Activation Code to activate 4G Data:

PriceDataEU/EEA Data 1ValidityActivation Code
1 EUR250 MBShared with data allowance30 days*147*250#
2 EUR1 GBShared with data allowance30 days*147*1#
3.99 EUR3 GB2.6 GB30 days*147*3#
5 EUR5 GB3.3 GB30 days*147*5#
8 EUR10 GB5.3 GB30 days*147*10#
16 EUR25 GB 2N/A30 days*147*25#

1 only for Diil and Simpel SIM cards
2 only for Super SIM cards

Diil by Telia Estonia Internetimaht Internet Packages

Diil by Telia Estonia
Super by Telia Estonia 4G Data Plans
Super by Telia Estonia

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Estonia

  • All Telia prepaid sub-brands (Diil, Simpel & Super) are recommended
  • Estonian SIM cards cost between 0.95 EUR and 9.95 EUR. The more expensive the SIM cards, the better starter benefits you get
  • SIM cards are also sold at Tallinn Airport (TLL – from R-Kiosk)
  • Topping up can be done in Telia stores (not recommended) and through top-up partners (recommended)
  • Diil's, Simpel's & Super's data plans range from 1 EUR to 16 EUR
  • Read my Estonia SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Estonian SIM cards

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Finland Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Finland, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • Elisa Finland
  • Telia Finland
  • DNA Finland
Buying a SIM Card in Finland Guide (logos of Elisa, Telia & DNA)

I recommend going with DNA Finland. Its coverage is comparable with Elisa Finland's and Telia Finland's. But DNA offers much more favorable data-featured plans than its competitors. Moreover, it is Finland's fastest (5G NR) mobile operator.

DNA Finland Rajaton Prepaid 4G SIM Card
© DNA Finland
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Finland (yet).

However, you can get the Finland eSIM (Finn Communication) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Finland Finn Communication eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Finland eSIMs from Nomad.

Finland eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of DNA Finland:

DNA Finland Coverage Map
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If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Finland SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Finland

You can get a Finnish SIM card for 4.90 EUR from Telia Finland and DNA Finland, and 5.90 EUR from Elisa Finland. Telia also has a data-only SIM card starter pack with unlimited data for 24.90 EUR. SIM cards are also sold at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).

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DNA Finland top-up vouchers are sold in DNA stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

DNA top-up vouchers can be redeemed online.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with DNA.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *100# or texting SALDO to 14000 with DNA.

DNA has three data-featured plans, but the Rajattomat Paketit (Unlimited Packages) are recommended.

They are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Rajattomat Paketit are available, which can be activated online:

PricePlanDataMax. SpeedsEU/EEA DataLocal MinutesLocal SMS7 days
7.90 EURRajaton 7 vrkUnlimited100 Mbps2.2 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 300 SMS/day30 days
24.90 EURRajaton 30 vrkUnlimited100 Mbps7 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 300 SMS/day30 days
34.90 EURRajaton 5G 30 vrkUnlimited400 MbpsUnknownUnlimited“Unlimited”, 300 SMS/day30 days
64.90 EURRajaton 90 vrkUnlimited100 Mbps17.5 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 300 SMS/day90 days
DNA Finland Rajattomat Paketit Unlimited Packages

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Finland

  • DNA Finland is recommended
  • Finnish SIM cards cost 4.90 EUR (Telia Finland & DNA) and 5.90 EUR (Elisa Finland)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
  • Topping up can be done in DNA stores, through top-up partners & online
  • DNA's Rajattomat Paketit range from 7.90 EUR to 64.90 EUR
  • Read my Finland SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Finnish SIM cards

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France Prepaid SIM Cards

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In France, you have four mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Orange France
  • SFR France (Société Française du Radiotéléphone)
  • Bouygues Telecom
  • Free Mobile France
Buying a SIM Card in France Guide (logos of Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom & Free Mobile)

I recommend going with Orange France or Free Mobile France. Orange has, overall, the best mobile operator, and its Mobicarte Vacances (Monde) and Orange Holiday tourist SIM cards are fantastic. Free Mobile is the cheapest mobile operator with 210 GB (!) for 20 EUR.

Bouygues Telecom France My European SIM Card
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Orange France, Bouygues Telecom & Free Mobile France offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.

Bouygues Telecom only offers eSIM for its My European SIM tourist SIM (card) – this may also apply to Orange's tourist SIM cards.

Note that the French mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for France without personal detail capturing, you can get the France (Bonbon Mobile) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

France Bonbon Mobile eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get France eSIMs from Nomad.

France eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Orange France & Free Mobile France:

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Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in France

You can get a French SIM card for 2.99 EUR or 14.90 EUR from Orange France or 10 EUR from SFR France, Bouygues Telecom & Free Mobile France in their stores. Tourist SIM cards are also available at Relay stores, tobacco stores & various airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in France

Orange France and Free Mobile France top-up vouchers are sold in Orange stores and Free Mobile stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Orange SIM card, dial #123# or call 224 and follow the instructions.

Free Mobile top-up vouchers can be redeemed online.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Orange and Free Mobile.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing #123# with Orange. For Free Mobile, it has to be done online.

If you do not go for the Orange France tourist SIM card, which you should, you can select one of these recommended plans.

Orange has four data-featured plans, but the Internet Mobile Top-Ups/Plans are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Internet Mobile Top-Ups/Plans are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataActive ValidityPassive Validity
5 EUR1 GB7 days1 month
10 EUR5 GB14 days6 months
25 EUR20 GB1 month6 months
40 EUR80 GB1 month6 months
Orange France Internet Mobile Top-Ups
© Orange France

Free Mobile France has only one data-featured plan: Forfait Mobile Free.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Forfait Mobile Free are available, which can be activated on a Free Machine, online, or on the Free Mobile – Mon Compte app:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
2 EURForfait €250 MBShared with data allowance120 minutesUnlimited1 month
10.99 EURSérie Free 80 Go80 GB8 GBUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
19.99 EURForfait Free 5G210 GB 225 GB 3UnlimitedUnlimited1 month

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to France (NOT from France to other EU/EEA member states)
2 5G NR access
3 besides EU/EEA roaming, it can also be used in Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, South Africa & the United States

Free France Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in France

  • Orange France & Free Mobile France are recommended
  • French SIM cards cost 2.99 EUR or 14.90 EUR (Orange) or 10 EUR (SFR France, Bouygues Telecom & Free Mobile)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA), Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ), Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD), Lille Airport (LIL), Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (MLH/BSL/EAP), Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE), Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY), Strasbourg Airport (SXB), Toulon-Hyères Airport (TLN) & Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
  • Topping up can be done in Orange and Free Mobile stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Orange's Internet Mobile Top-Ups/Plans range from 5 EUR and 40 EUR. Free Mobile's Forfait Mobile Free (combo) range from 2 EUR and 19.99 EUR
  • Read my France SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about French SIM cards

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Germany Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Germany, you have three mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Telekom Germany (also known as Deutsche Telekom and formerly T-Mobile Germany/Deutschland)
  • O2 Germany (O2 Deutschland)
  • Vodafone Germany (Vodafone Deutschland)
Buying a SIM Card in Germany Guide (logos of Vodafone, T-Mobile & O2)

I recommend going with Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) or Vodafone Germany. Telekom is the best mobile operator. However, it is the most expensive. Vodafone is the cheapest with great network performance. Moreover, it offers 5G NR for select plans or for 3 EUR/28 days.

Telekom Germany Data Prepaid SIM Card
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Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.

However, this process involves a rather time-consuming process, which may not be worth the hassle.

Note that the German mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Germany without personal detail capturing, you can get the Germany (Hallo! Mobil) eSIMs from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Germany Hallo! Mobil eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Germany eSIMs from Nomad.

Germany eSIMs Nomad
Germany Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) & Vodafone Germany:

If you want to see O2 Germany's coverage map, head to my Germany SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Germany

You can get a German SIM card for 9.95 EUR-10 EUR from Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany), O2 & Vodafone in their stores and from resellers, like Mediamarkt. SIM cards are also sold at several international airports, including Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Germany

Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) and Vodafone Germany top-up vouchers are sold in Telekom stores and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Telekom SIM card, dial *101*VoucherCode, or call 2200 and follow the instructions.

For Vodafone, dial *100*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Telekom and Vodafone.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *100# with Telekom. For Vodafone, dial *10# or *106#.

Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) has four data-featured plans, but the MagentaMobil Prepaid are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following MagentaMobil Prepaid are available, which can be activated on the MeinMagenta: Handy & Festnetz app:

PricePlanDataOn-Net MinutesOff-Net Minutes 1On-Net SMSOff-Net SMS 1Validity
9.95 EURMagentaMobil Prepaid M2 GBUnlimited200 minutesUnlimitedN/A28 days
14.95 EURMagentaMobil Prepaid L3 GBUnlimited300 minutesUnlimitedN/A28 days
24.95 EURMagentaMobil Prepaid XL5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited28 days
99.95 EURMagentaMobil Prepaid MaxUnlimited 2, 3UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited1 year 

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Germany (NOT from Germany to other EU/EEA member states)
2 5G NR access for free for 12 weeks. Then 3 EUR per 4 weeks
3 68 GB in the EU/EEA

Telekom Germany MagentaMobil Plans

Vodafone Germany has two data-featured plans, but the CallYa are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following CallYa are available, which can be activated on the MeinVodafone app:

PricePlanDataOn-Net MinutesOff-Net/EU Minutes 1International (EU) MinutesOn-Net SMSOff-Net/EU SMS 1International (EU) SMSValidity
4.99 EURCallYa Start1 GBUnlimited50 minutesShared with off-net call allowanceUnlimitedShared with off-net call allowanceShared with off-net call allowance28 days
9.99 EURCallYa Allnet Flat S3 GBUnlimitedUnlimited200 minutesUnlimitedUnlimitedShared with off-net call allowance28 days
14.99 EURCallYa Allnet Flat M5 GBUnlimited500 minutesShared with off-net call allowanceUnlimitedShared with off-net call allowanceShared with off-net call allowance28 days
15 EURCallYa Digital Light7.5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedN/AUnlimitedUnlimitedN/A28 days
20 EURCallYa Digital15 GB 2UnlimitedUnlimitedN/AUnlimitedUnlimitedN/A28 days

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

Vodafone Germany CallYa Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Germany

  • Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Germany) & Vodafone Germany are recommended
  • German SIM cards cost 9.90-10 EUR (Telekom, O2 Germany & Vodafone)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
  • Topping up can be done in Telekom and Vodafone stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Telekom's MagentaMobil Prepaid (combo) range from 9.95 EUR and 99.95 EUR. Vodafone's CallYa (combo) range from 4.99 EUR and 20 EUR
  • Read my Germany SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about German SIM cards

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Greece Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Greece, you have three mobile operators, three sub-brands & one Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) easily accessible to travelers offering prepaid services:

  • COSMOTE Greece
  • Vodafone Greece
  • WIND Greece
  • Frog Mobile (COSMOTE MVNO)
  • Q Greece (WIND sub-brand)
  • Vodafone CU (Vodafone Greece sub-brand)
  • What's Up (COSMOTE sub-brand)
Buying a SIM Card in Greece Guide (lofos of Vodafone, Vodafone CU, COSMOTE, Q, WIND, What's Up & Frog Mobile)

I recommend going with COSMOTE Greece or What's Up Greece. COSMOTE has the best overall network, with the best coverage and fastest speeds – even for 5G NR. What's Up is a COSMOTE sub-brand with slightly lower prices but full access to the COSMOTE network.

Q Greece SIM Card
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COSMOTE Greece and What's Up Greece offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.

Note that the Greek mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Greece without personal detail capturing, you can get the Greece (Meraki Mobile) eSIMs from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Greece Meraki eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Greece eSIMs from Nomad.

Greece eSIMs Nomad
Greece Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of COSMOTE Greece:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Greece SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Greece

You can get a Greek SIM card for 5 EUR from COSMOTE Greece, Vodafone Greece & WIND Greece in their stores. Sub-brand SIM cards (Frog Mobile, Q Greece, Vodafone CU Greece & What's Up Greece) are also sold in their stores for the same price. SIM cards are also sold at airports, including Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Greece

COSMOTE Greece and What's Up Greece top-up vouchers are sold in COSMOTE and Germanos (ΓΕΡΜΑΝΟΣ) stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your COSMOTE or What's Up SIM cards, text ANA VoucherCode to 1314.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with COSMOTE and What's Up.

Checking your balance can be done by texting YP to 1314.

COSMOTE Greece and What's Up Greece have five data-featured plans (of which four are shared between the two brands), but the Giga Now (COSMOTE)/Internet Packages (What's Up) are recommended.

They are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following plans are available, which can be activated on the My COSMOTE app or by texting the Activation Code to 1330 (What's Up only):

What's Up customers can also text the Activation Code to 1330 to activate Internet Packages:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataValidityActivation Code
1 EURGiga Day1 GB550 MB24 hoursgigaday
1.50 EURGiga Day Max3 GB850 MB24 hoursdaymax
2 EURGiga Week3 GB2200 MB1 weekendgigask
4 EURGiga Weekend3 GB1100 MB7 days3GB
5 EUR 1After Dark 10 GB 10 GBN/A30 nights (22:00 – 8:00)dark1
8.50 EURGiga Month2 GB 12 GB30 days2048

1 exclusively for What's Up customers. It cannot be used while roaming

COSMOTE Greece Giga Now Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Greece

  • COSMOTE Greece & What's Up Greece are recommended
  • Greek SIM cards cost 5 EUR (COSMOTE, Vodafone Greece, WIND Greece, Frog Mobile, Q Greece, Vodafone CU & What's Up), although most mobile operators will only sell them if you purchase a plan
  • SIM cards are also sold at Corfu International Airport “Ioannis Kapodistrias” (CFU), Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER), Mykonos Airport (JMK), Santorini (Thira) International Airport (JTR), Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” (SKG) & Zakynthos International Airport “Dionysios Solomos” (ZTH)
  • Topping up can be done in COSMOTE and GERMANOS (ΓΕΡΜΑΝΟΣ) stores, through top-up partners & online
  • COSMOTE's and What's Up's Giga Now/Internet Packages range from 1 EUR to 8.50 EUR
  • Read my Greece SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Greek SIM cards

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Hungary Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Hungary, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • Magyar Telekom
  • Yettel Hungary (formerly Telenor Hungary/Magyarország)
  • Vodafone Hungary (Vodafone Magyarország)
Buying a SIM Card in Hungary Guide (logos of Magyar Telekom, Vodafone & Yettel)

I recommend going with Magyar Telekom. It has the best network and the fastest speeds. Consider Vodafone Hungary for generous data allowances (up to 500 GB for 30 days).

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Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Hungary

You can get a Hungarian SIM card for 490 HUF from Yettel Hungary (formerly Telenor), 990 HUF from Magyar Telekom & 1500 HUF from Vodafone Hungary in their stores and from resellers, like kiosks. Yettel also has a data-only SIM card for 990 HUF. SIM cards no longer sold at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD).

Officially, Vodafone sells SIM cards for 500 HUF. However, they will never let you out of the store with just a SIM card – you always have to buy a plan or at least top up some credit.

Vodafone used to sell SIM cards at Budapest Airport.

However, its (partner) store has been moved to the Market Central mall near the airport.

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Yettel Hungary (formerly Telenor) offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.

Note that the Hungarian mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Hungary without personal detail capturing, you can get the Hungary (Szia!) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days – this variant is popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers), 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Bulgaria Szia! eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Hungary eSIMs from Nomad.

Hungary eSIMs Nomad
Hungary Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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If you prefer unlimited data plans instead, get one of the Hungary eSIMs from Holafly (unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days)

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© Holafly

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Below are the coverage maps of Magyar Telekom & Vodafone Hungary:

If you want to see Yettel Hungary (formerly Telenor)'s coverage map, head to my Hungary SIM Card Buying Guide.

Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Hungary

Magyar Telekom and Vodafone Hungary top-up vouchers are sold in Magyar Telekom stores and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Magyar Telekom or Vodafone SIM card, the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *102# with Magyar Telekom. For Vodafone, use the My Vodafone Magyarország.

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Magyar Telekom has four data-featured plans, but the Megújuló (Renewable) Packages are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Megújuló (Renewable) Packages are available, which can be activated by texting the Telekom (Alkalmazás) app.

PricePlanDataValidity
1190 HUFNet 1 GB1 GB30 days
5990 HUFNet 15 GB15 GB30 days
9900 HUFKorlátlan Net 30 NapraUnlimited 130 days

1 21 GB in the European Union/European Economic Area

Magyar Telekom Megújuló Renewable Packages

Vodafone Hungary has two data-featured plans, but the Adatopciók/Data Option are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Adatopciók/Data Option are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1270:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataValidityActivation Code
1290 HUF1 GB/30 days (3 GB)Shared with local allowance30 days1GBE
1490 HUF1 GB/30 days (6 GB)Shared with local allowance60 days1GB60
2270 HUF1 GB/30 days (9 GB)Shared with local allowance90 days1GBX3
2690 HUF5 GBShared with local allowance30 days5GBE
4990 HUF5 GB/30 days (15 GB)Shared with local allowance90 days5GBX3
4990 HUF20 GB11 GB30 days20GBE
5690 HUF1 GB/30 days (12 GB)Shared with local allowance360 days1GBX12
6990 HUF100 GB15 GB30 days100GBE
7990 HUF500 GB15 GB30 days500GBE
Vodafone Hungary Adatopciók Data Options

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Hungary

  • Magyar Telekom and Vodafone Hungary are recommended
  • Hungarian SIM cards cost 490 HUF (Yettel Hungary – formerly Telenor), 990 HUF (Magyar Telekom) & Vodafone (1500 HUF)
  • Unfortunately, SIM cards are not be sold at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), but the Market Central mall near the airport sells Vodafone SIM cards
  • Topping up can be done in Magyar Telekom and Vodafone stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Magyar's Megújuló (Renewable) Packages (data) range from 1190 HUF and 9900 HUF. Vodafone's Adatopciók/Data Options range from 1290 HUF and 7990 HUF
  • Read my Hungary SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Hungarian SIM cards

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Iceland Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Iceland, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • Sínimm
  • Nova Iceland
  • Vodafone Iceland (Vodafone Ísland)
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I recommend going with Sínimm, Nova Iceland, or Vodafone Iceland. The speeds are comparable between the three. Sínimm has the best (5G NR) network. It and Nova offer 5G NR to prepaid customers already. The latter and Vodafone have generous data allowances.

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Nova is the only mobile operator offering eSIMs to prepaid customers. However, they can only be used in smartwatches – not smartphones.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM, you can get the Iceland eSIM (Nenna Mobile) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 days).

Iceland Nenna Mobile eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Iceland eSIMs from Nomad.

Iceland eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Síminn & Nova Iceland:

If you want to see Vodafone Iceland's coverage map, head to my Iceland SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Iceland

You can get an Icelandic SIM card for 990 ISK or 1990 ISK from Nova Iceland, 1790 ISK or 2000 ISK from Vodafone Iceland & 2900 ISK from Sínimm in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM Cards are also sold at Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport (KEF).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Iceland

Síminn and Nova Iceland top-up vouchers are sold in Síminn stores and Nova stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

Síminn and Nova vouchers have to be redeemed online.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Síminn and Nova.

Síminn has only one data-featured plan: Netið/Mobile Broadband.

It is a data bundle (with 5G NR access).

The following Netið/Mobile Broadband are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataValidity
800 ISK500 MB31 days
1800 ISK1 GB31 days
2800 ISK5 GB31 days
3800 ISK10 GB31 days
5800 ISK50 GB31 days

Nova Iceland has two data-featured plans, but the Netáfylling (Online Filling) Freedom Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Netáfylling (Online Filling) Freedom Plans are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
2290 ISK2 GBShared with data allowanceUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
3290 ISK10 GB6 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
5290 ISK100 GB9 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
7290 ISK250 GB14 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days

1 for local use and to call/SMS other EU/EEA member states when in other EU/EEA member states and back to Iceland (NOT from Iceland to other EU/EEA member states)

Nova Iceland Data Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Iceland

  • Síminn & Nova Iceland are recommended
  • Icelandic SIM cards cost between 990 ISK to 2900 ISK
  • SIM cards are also sold at Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport (KEF)
  • Topping up can be done in Síminn and Nova stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Síminn's Netið/Mobile Broadband range from 800 ISK to 5800 ISK. Nova's Netáfylling (Online Filling) Freedom Plans (combo) range from 2290 ISK to 7290 ISK
  • Read my Iceland SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Icelandic SIM cards

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Ireland Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Ireland, you have three mobile operators and three Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Vodafone Ireland
  • Three Ireland
  • Eir
  • AnPost Mobile (Vodafone Ireland MVNO)
  • Lycamobile Ireland (Three Ireland MVNO)
  • Tesco Mobile (Three Ireland MVNO)
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I recommend going with Vodafone Ireland or Three (3) Ireland. Vodafone has the best coverage in the country. Three has the fastest speeds. Three is the only mobile operator offering 5G NR to prepaid customers (for a 5 EUR surcharge).

Three Ireland SIM Card
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Ireland (yet).

However, you can get the Ireland eSIM (Fáilte) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Ireland Fáilte eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Ireland eSIMs from Nomad.

Ireland eSIMs Nomad
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Below are the coverage maps of Vodafone Ireland & Three (3) Ireland:

If you want to see Eir's coverage map, head to my Ireland SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Ireland

You can get an Irish SIM card for free from Vodafone Ireland, Three (3) Ireland, Eir & Lycamobile Ireland, but a top-up or plan purchase is required. Both AnPost Mobile and Tesco Mobile Ireland sell SIM cards for 15 EUR. SIM cards are also available from resellers (grocery stores) or Dublin Airport (DUB).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Ireland

Vodafone Ireland and Three (3) Ireland top-up vouchers are sold in Vodafone stores and Three stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Vodafone SIM card, call 1741 and follow the instructions.

For Three, text TOP UP VoucherCode to 50272 or call 1744 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Vodafone and Three.

Checking your balance can be done by texting BAL to 50233 with Vodafone. For Three, text BALANCE to 50272.

Vodafone Ireland has two data-featured plans, but the Prepay SIM Only are recommended.

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

The following Prepay SIM Only are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 50222:

PricePlanDataSpeed RestrictionLocal/EU Minutes 1International Minutes 4Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
20 EURChat Extra10 GBN/A“Unlimited”, 5000 minutesN/A“Unlimited”, 5000 SMS28 daysCHAT EXTRA
20 EURSmart Extra20 GBN/A100 minutes 3N/A100 SMS 328 daysSMART EXTRA
20 EURVodafone XUnlimited@ 10 Mbps100 minutes/”Unlimited”, 5000 minutes 2N/A“Unlimited”, 5000 SMS28 daysUnlimited
30 EURExtra UnlimitedUnlimited@ 10 MbpsUnlimited, 5000 minutes100 minutes“Unlimited”, 5000 SMS28 daysEXULTD

1 for local use and calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Ireland (NOT from Ireland to other EU/EEA member states)
2 100 local/EU minutes. Unlimited minutes during the weekend (Friday 15:00 – Sunday 23:59)
3 +unlimited on-net minutes/SMS
4 to 94 countries: Albania,Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria, the Cayman Islands, Canada, Chile, China, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Montserrat, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Northern Ireland (fixed), Norway, Pakistan, Palestine, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, the United States, the U.S. Virgin Islands & Vietnam

Three (3) Ireland has two data-featured plans, but the Prepay SIM Only are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access – unless you buy the 5G NR booster (5 EUR)), minutes & SMS.

The following Prepay SIM Only are available, which get activated automatically by topping up the corresponding amount:

However, you can also use the My3 app to purchase plans:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataOn-Net MinutesLocal/EU Minutes 1International Minutes 2Local/EU SMS 1Validity
15 EUR3 Prepay 151 GB1 GBUnlimitedN/AN/A60 SMS28 days
20 EUR3 Prepay 20Unlimited11 GB“Unlimited”, 3000 minutes60 minutesN/A“Unlimited”, 3000 SMS28 days
30 EUR3 Prepay 30Unlimited17 GB“Unlimited”, 3000 minutes“Unlimited”, 10 000 minutes30 minutes“Unlimited”, 3000 SMS28 days

1 for local use and calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Ireland (NOT from Ireland to other EU/EEA member states)
2 to 64 countries: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, the Canary Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mayotte, Mexico, Morocco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Réunion, Romania, Russia, Saint Bartélemy, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States, Vatican City & Vietnam

Three Ireland SIM Only

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Ireland

  • Vodafone Ireland & Three (3) Ireland are recommended
  • Irish SIM cards can be obtained for free (Vodafone, Three, Eir & Lycamobile Ireland) if you top-up/buy a plan on the spot. SIM cards are also available for 15 EUR (AnPost Mobile & Tesco Mobile Ireland)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Dublin Airport (DUB)
  • Topping up can be done in Vodafone and Three stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Vodafone's Prepay SIM Only (combo) range from 20 EUR to 30 EUR. Three's Prepay SIM Only (combo) range from 15 EUR to 30 EUR
  • Read my Ireland SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Irish SIM cards

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Italy Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Italy, you have four mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Wind Tre (formerly Wind and Tre)
  • TIM Italy (Telecom Italia)
  • Vodafone Italy (Italia)
  • Iliad
Buying a SIM Card in Italy Guide (logos of Coop Voce, Digi, Fastweb, Ho Mobile, Iliad, Kena Mobile, Lycamobile, PosteMobile, TIM, Tiscali, Very Mobile, Vodafone & Wind Tre)

I recommend going with Wind Tre (formerly Wind and Tre), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy, or Iliad. TIM has the best coverage with Vodafone. The latter also has the best overall network and the fastest 5G NR speeds. Wind Tre has the fastest 4G/LTE network. Iliad is the cheapest.

Iliad Italy SIM Card
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Wind Tre (formerly Wind and Tre), TIM, Vodafone & Iliad offer eSIMs to prepaid customers – all for the same price as a regular physical SIM card.

However, with plan activation fees between 6.99 EUR to 49.99 EUR (!), it may be cheaper and more convenient to purchase a travel eSIM.

Moreover, not all stores are willing to give eSIMs to tourist for some reason.

But you can get the Italy eSIM (Mamma Mia) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Italy Mamma Mia eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Italy eSIMs from Nomad.

Italy eSIMs Nomad
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Below are the coverage maps of Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy and Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad:

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Italy

You can get an Italian SIM card for 10 EUR from Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy and Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad in their stores. Tourist SIM cards are sold for 20 EUR to 25 EUR. SIM cards are also sold at (Rome) Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Italy

Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy and Tre Italy), TIM Italy & Vodafone Italy top-up vouchers are sold in Wind Tre stores, TIM stores & Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Wind Tre SIM card, call 4242 and follow the instructions.

For TIM, text the VoucherCode to 40916.

For Vodafone, text the VoucherCode to 42010.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Vodafone & Iliad.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *123# with Wind Tre.

For TIM, call 40916 and select option 1 or send a blank SMS (or whatever if your phone will not allow for sending blank texts) to 119.

For Vodafone, call 414.

For Iliad, balance checks can only be done online.

If you do not go for the tourist SIM cards, which you should (even though you will not have 5G NR access but you will avoid the activation fees), you can select one of these recommended plans.

Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy) has two data-featured plans, but the Di Puì Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Di Puì Plans are available, which initially have to be activated in a Wind Tre store:

Remember: Wind Tre charges a 6.99 EUR plan activation fee, which is not included in the prices below

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1International Minutes 2Local/EU SMS 1Validity
11.99 EURYoung 5G40 GB5.9 GBUnlimitedN/AUnlimited1 month 
12.99 EURDi Più Lite 5G25 GB8.6 GBUnlimitedN/A200 SMS1 month
14.99 EURDi Più Full 5G50 GB9.9 GBUnlimited50 minutes200 SMS1 month
29.99 EURDi Più Unlimited 5GUnlimited19.7 GBUnlimited200 minutes200 SMS1 month

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Italy (NOT from Italy to other EU/EEA member states)
2 to Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mayotte, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Réunion, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom & the United States

WINDTRE Italy Di Più Plans

TIM Italy has four data-featured plans, but the Giga e Minuti (Data and Minutes) Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Giga e Minuti Plans are available, which initially have to be activated in a TIM store:

Remember: TIM charges a 9 EUR plan activation fee, which is not included in the prices below

PricePlanDataEU/EEA Data5G NR Access?Local/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
11.99 EURTIM Young50 GB20 GBYesUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
12.99 EURTIM 60+6 GBShared with data allowanceNoUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
15.99 EURExecutive Mobile40 GB11 GBNoUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
19.99 EURMagnifica Mobile100 GB14 GBYesUnlimitedUnlimited1 month

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

TIM Italy Giga e Minuti Combo Plans

Vodafone Italy has four data-featured plans, but the Red Max Plan is recommended.

It is a combo bundle with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The Red Max Plan initially has to be activated in a Vodafone store:

Remember: Vodafone charges a 6.99 EUR plan activation fee, which is not included in the prices above and below

PricePlanDataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
19.99 EURRed Max100 GBUnlimitedUnlimited1 month

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

Iliad has one data-featured plan with no apparent name.

It is a combo bundle with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following plans are available, which initially have to be activated in an Iliad store:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
4.99 EURVoce40 MBShared with data allowanceUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
7.99 EURGiga 8080 GB6 GBUnlimitedUnlimited1 month
9.99 EURGiga 120120 GB 27 GBUnlimitedUnlimited1 month

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Italy (NOT from Italy to other EU/EEA member states)
2 5G NR access

You also get a call allowance for international use. However, they can only used for calling fixedline phones.

Iliad Italy Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Italy

  • Wind Tre (formerly Wind Italy & Tre Italy), TIM Italy, Vodafone Italy & Iliad are recommended
  • Italian SIM cards cost 10 EUR (Wind Tre, TIM, Vodafone & Iliad)
    • Tourist SIM cards are available for 20 EUR (TIM) & 24.99 EUR (WInd Tre & Vodafone)
  • SIM cards are also sold at (Rome) Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
  • Topping up can be done in Wind Tre, TIM, Vodafone & Iliad stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Wind Tre's Di Più Plans (combo) range from 11.99 EUR to 29.99 EUR. TIM's Giga e Minuti (combo) range from 11.99 EUR to 19.99 EUR. Vodafone's Red Max Plan (combo) costs 19.99 EUR. Iliad's plans (combo) range from 4.99 EUR to 9.99 EUR.
  • Read my Italy SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Italian SIM cards

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Latvia Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Latvia, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • LMT (Latvijas Mobilais Telefons)
  • Zelta Zivtina (ZZ) by Tele2 Latvia/Latvija
  • Bitė Latvia/Latvija
Buying a SIM Card in Latvia Guide (logos of LMT, Bite & Zelta Zivtina (Tele2))

I recommend going with LMT. It has the best coverage and the fastest speeds. Moreover, it offers 5G NR to prepaid customers already.

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LMT offers eSIM to prepaid customers.

However, you can also get the Latvia (Labitel) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Latvia Labitel eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Latvia eSIMs from Nomad.

Latvia eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of LMT:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Latvia SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Latvia

You can get a Latvian SIM card for between 0.99 EUR to 24.89 EUR from LMT, 1.49 EUR to 4.99 EUR from Zelta Zivtina (ZZ) by Tele2 Latvia & 4.75 EUR or 6.75 EUR from Bitė Latvia in their stores and resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM cards are also sold at Riga International Airport (RIX).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Latvia

LMT top-up vouchers are sold in LMT stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your LMT SIM card, call 29202010 and follow the instructions.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible.

However, only Latvia-issued cards are accepted.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *120#, calling 29202010 and selecting option 1, or texting i to 29202010 with LMT.

LMT has two data-featured plans, but the Combo Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Combo Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1626:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
0.50 EURInternet for a DayUnlimited331 MBN/AN/A1 dayID
2 EURWeek for Internet1 GBShared with data allowance30 minutesUnlimited7 daysNIA
2.50 EURWeek for Calls300 MBN/AUnlimited 2Unlimited 27 daysNSA
3 EURWeek for Internet+Unlimited1.94 GB30 minutesUnlimited7 daysNIPA
4.50 EURWeek for AllUnlimitedN/AUnlimited 2Unlimited 27 daysNED
24.89 EURMonth for AllUnlimited16.07 GBUnlimited 3Unlimited30 daysMV

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Latvia (NOT from Latvia to other EU/EEA member states)
2 for local use only
3 also from Latvia to EU/EEA countries

LMT Latvia Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Latvia

  • LMT is recommended
  • Latvian SIM cards cost between 0.99 EUR and 24.89 EUR. The more expensive the SIM cards, the better starter benefits you get
  • SIM cards are also sold at Riga International Airport (RIX)
  • Topping up can be done in LMT stores and through top-up partners (recommended)
  • LMT's Combo Plans range from 0.50 EUR to 24.89 EUR
  • Read my Latvia SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Latvian SIM cards

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Liechtenstein Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Liechtenstein, you have two mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs – all from Switzerland) offering prepaid services:

  • Swisscom
  • Salt Mobile “Liechtenstein” (Switzerland/Schweiz)

Be aware: Liechtenstein uses Switzerland's telecommunications system.

Switzerland is not in the EU/EEA (while Liechtenstein is in the EEA).

Liechtensteiner SIM cards, mostly sold in Switzerland, are considered Swiss and do not have to adhere to EU roaming regulations.

Meaning you cannot roam for free with Liechtensteiner SIM cards.

Buying a SIM Card in Liechtenstein Guide (logos of Swisscom, Salt Mobile, Coop Mobile, MTEL, Mucho, M Budget Mobile, Lidl Connect & Lycamobile)

I recommend going with Swisscom “Liechtenstein”. It is, overall, the best mobile operator in Switzerland (and Liechtenstein, for that matter) with the best coverage and speeds in Liechtenstein for literal years.

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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Liechtenstein (and Switzerland) yet.

However, you can also get the Liechtenstein (Lie Mobile) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days & 5 GB/30 days).

Liechtenstein Lie Mobile eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Liechtenstein eSIMs from Nomad.

Liechtenstein eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of Swisscom “Liechtenstein”:

If you want to see Salt Mobile “Liechtenstein” (formerly Orange)'s coverage map, head to my Liechtenstein SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Liechtenstein

You can get a Liechtensteiner (Swiss) SIM card for 10 CHF from Salt Mobile and 19.90 CHF from Swisscom in their stores. SIM cards are also sold at Zurich Airport (ZRH – in Switzerland)

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Liechtenstein

Swisscom “Liechtenstein” top-up vouchers are sold in Swisscom stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Swisscom SIM card, dial *123*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Swisscom.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *130# with Swisscom.

Swisscom “Liechtenstein” has three data-featured plans, but the Flatrate are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access @ max. 50 Mbps – unless you buy the 5G NR booster (5 CHF with 5 GB 5G NR data), minutes & SMS.

The following Flatrate are available, which can be activated on the My Swisscom app:

PriceDataSpeed (Down/Up)Local MinutesLocal SMSValidity
20 CHFUnlimited50 Mbps/10 MbpsUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
65 CHFUnlimited50 Mbps/10 MbpsUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
150 CHFUnlimited50 Mbps/10 MbpsUnlimitedUnlimited90 days
Swisscom Liechtenstein & Switzerland Prepaid Flatrate Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Liechtenstein

  • Swisscom “Liechtenstein” is recommended
  • Liechtensteiner (Swiss) SIM cards cost 10 CHF (Salt Mobile “Liechtenstein” (formerly Orange)) and 19.90 CHF (Swisscom)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Zurich Airport (ZRH – in Switzerland)
  • Topping up can be done in Swisscom stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Swisscom's Flatrate (combo) range from 20 CHF to 150 CHF
  • Read my Liechtenstein SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Liechtensteiner SIM cards

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Lithuania Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Lithuania, you have three mobile operators with dedicated prepaid sub-brands (four) offering prepaid services:

  • Tele2 Lithuania/Lietuva (with Pildyk)
  • Telia Lithuania/Lietuva (with Extra & Ežys)
  • Bitė Lithuania/Lietuva (with Labas)
Buying a SIM Card in Lithuania Guide (logos of Pildyk by Tele2, Telia Extra, Ezys by Telia & Balas by Bite)

I recommend going with Tele2 Lithuania (Pildyk) or Telia Lithuania (Extra & Ežys). Tele2 has the fastest speeds by a long shot. Both Tele2 and Telia have the best (4G/LTE) coverage in the country.

Labas by Bite Lithuania SIM Cards
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While Tele2 Lithuania, Telia Lithuania & Bitė Lithuania offer eSIMs, they are (currently) not avilable to prepaid customers (Pildyk, Extra, Ežys & Labas).

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM, you can get the Lithuania (Lila Mobile) eSIM from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Lithuania Lila Mobile eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

If you need more data or a longer validity, you can get Lithuania eSIMs from Nomad.

Lithuania eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Tele2 Lithuania (Pildyk) & Telia Lithuania (Extra & Ežys):

If you want to see Bitė Lithuania's (Labas) coverage map, head to my Lithuania SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Lithuania

You can get a Lithuanian SIM card for between 0.99 EUR to 3 EUR from Pildyk (Tele2 Lithuania), 1 EUR to 3.49 EUR from Ežys (Telia Lithuania), 1.50 EUR from Telia Extra & 3.49 EUR to 5.50 EUR from Labas (Bitė Lithuania) in their stores and resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM cards are also sold at Vilnius Airport (VNO – from Narvesen).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Lithuania

Pildyk by Tele2 Lithuania & Extra and Ežys by Telia Lithuania top-up vouchers are sold in Tele2 stores and Telia stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Pildyk SIM card, dial *110*VoucherCode#.

For Telia Extra, call 1544, select option 2, and enter the VoucherCode (and close with #).

For Ežys, text the Activation Code to 1544 or call 1544, select account refill, and enter the VoucherCode.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible.

However, only Lithuania-issued cards are accepted.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *245# with Pildyk.

However, each inquiry will cost you 0.09 EUR.

Pildyk by Tele2 Lithuania has three data-featured plans, but the Sets are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Sets are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1556 (costs 0.10 EUR/SMS):

PriceDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidityActivation Code
5.89 EUR5 GB199 minutes“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 days199MIN5GB
7.89 EUR5 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 daysNMIN5GB
8.99 EUR10 GB199 minutes“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 days199MIN10GB
10.99 EUR10 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 daysNMIN10GB
13.49 EURUnlimited199 minutes“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 days199MINNGB
14.99 EURUnlimitedUnlimited“Unlimited”, 100 SMS/day (3000 SMS)30 daysNMINNGB
Pildyk by Tele2 Lithuania Sets

Telia Extra Lithuania has two data-featured plans, but the Internet Plans are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Internet Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1301:

PriceDataValidityActivation Code
2.45 EUR1 GB30 days+NARSYK X1
3.55 EUR2 GB30 days+NARSYK X2
5.95 EUR4 GB30 days+NARSYK X4
8.95 EUR8 GB30 days+NARSYK X8
12.95 EUR16 GB30 days+NARSYK X16

Ežys by Telia Lithuania has four data-featured plans, but the Superplanai Max are recommended.

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

The following Internet Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1566 (costs 0.10 EUR/SMS):

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataSocial Data 1Local MinutesLocal SMSValidityActivation Code
8.50 EURMAXI55 GB5 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days+PLANAS MAX5
11.50 EURMAXI1010 GB7.7 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days+PLANAS MAX10
13.50 EURMAXI2020 GB9 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days+PLANAS MAX20
15.90 EURMAXIUnlimited10.6 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited30 days+PLANAS MAX

1 for Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Spotify & Tidal

Ezys by Telia Lithuania SUPERPLANAI MAX Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Lithuania

  • Pildyk (Tele2 Lithuania) & Extra and Ežys (Telia Lithuania) are recommended
  • Lithuanian SIM cards cost between 0.99 EUR and 5.50 EUR. The more expensive the SIM cards, the better starter benefits you get
  • SIM cards are also sold at Vilnius Airport (VNO – from Narvesen)
  • Topping up can be done in Tele2 and Telia stores and through top-up partners
  • Pildyk's Sets (combo) range from 5.89 EUR to 14.99 EUR. Telia Extra's Internet Plans range from 2.45 EUR to 12.95 EUR. Ežys' Superplanai Max range from 8.50 EUR to 15.90 EUR
  • Read my Lithuania SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Lithuanian SIM cards

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Luxembourg Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Luxembourg, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • POST Telecom Luxembourg
  • Tango Luxembourg
  • Orange Luxembourg
Buying a SIM Card in Luxembourg Guide (logos of POST Telecom Luxembourg, Tango & Orange)

I recommend going with Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango Luxembourg, or Hello by Orange Luxembourg. Post Telecom Luxembourg has the best coverage. Tango already allows prepaid customers to its 5G NR network. Orange is the cheapest.

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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Luxembourg (yet).

However, you can get the Luxembourg eSIM (Luxcom) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Luxembourg Luxcom eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Luxembourg eSIMs from Nomad.

Luxembourg eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

If you prefer unlimited data plans instead, get one of the Luxembourg eSIMs from Holafly (unlimited/5 days, unlimited/10 days, unlimited/15 days, unlimited/20 days, unlimited/30 days, unlimited/60 days & unlimited/90 days)

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© Holafly

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Below are the coverage maps of Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango Luxembourg & Orange Luxembourg:

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Luxembourg

You can get a Luxembourg SIM card for 3 EUR from Orange Luxembourg, 10 EUR from Tango Luxembourg, or between 5 EUR to 100 EUR 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).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Luxembourg

Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango Luxembourg & Hello by Orange Luxembourg top-up vouchers are sold in Post Luxembourg stores, Tango stores & Prange stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Post Telecom Luxembourg SIM card, dial *121*VoucherCode# or call 444 and follow the instructions.

Tango top-up vouchers have to be redeemed on the My Tango app.

For Hello by Orange, text the Voucher Code to 60121.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Orange.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *110# with Post Telecom Luxembourg.

For Tango, use the My Tango app.

For Hello by Orange, dial *120#.

Post Telecom Luxembourg has only one data-featured plan: Internet Options.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access).

The following Internet Options are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 64000:

PriceDataValidityActivation Code
10 EUR2 GB30 daysDATA10
15 EUR8 GB30 daysDATA15
Post Telecom Luxembourg TipTop Internet Options

Tango Luxembourg has only one data-featured plan: Go Packs.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Go Packs are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 62000:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidityActivation Code
10 EURGO M Pack1 GB60 minutes“Unlimited”, 200 SMS/day30 daysGO M
20 EURGO L Pack2 GB300 minutes“Unlimited”, 200 SMS/day30 daysGO L
Tango Luxembourg Top-Ups

Hello by Orange Luxembourg has only one data-featured plan: Deals.

They are combo bundles using a unit system.

1 unit equals 1 MB (without 5G NR access), 1 minute, or 1 SMS.

However, there are options with a data allowance already.

The following Deals are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 60280:

PriceDataLocal/EU Minutes/SMS (Units)ValidityActivation Code
1 EUR250 MBN/A24 hoursDataS
2 EURN/A120 units24 hoursCallS
9 EUR5 GBN/A30 daysDataEU
9 EURN/A300 units30 daysCallM
Orange Luxembourg Deals Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Luxembourg

  • Post Telecom Luxembourg, Tango Luxembourg & Hello by Orange Luxembourg are recommended
  • Portuguese SIM cards are sold for 3 EUR (Orange) from Orange, 10 EUR (Tango) from Tango & between 5 EUR to 100 EUR (Post Telecom Luxembourg)
  • Unfortunately, SIM cards are not sold at Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
  • Topping up can be done in Post offices, Tango & Orange stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Post Telecom Luxembourg's Internet Options range from 10 EUR to 15 EUR. Tango'sGo Packs (combo) range from 10 EUR to 20 EUR. Orange's Deals (combo) range from 1 EUR to 9 EUR
  • Read my Luxembourg SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Luxembourg SIM cards

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Malta Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Malta, you have three mobile operators offering prepaid services:

  • Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone)
  • GO Malta
  • Melita
Buying a SIM Card in Malta Guide (logos of Epic, GO Mobile & Melita)

I recommend going with Epic Malta or GO Malta. Epic has the best overall network. GO is the fastest mobile operator in the country.

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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Malta (yet).

However, you can get the Malta eSIM (Maltafone) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Malta Maltafone SIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Malta eSIMs from Nomad.

Malta eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone) & GO Malta:

If you want to see Melita's coverage map, head to my Malta SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Malta

You can get a Maltese SIM card for 10 EUR from Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone), GO Malta & Melita in their stores. SIM cards are also sold at Malta International Airport (MLA – Epic only).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Malta

Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone) and GO Malta top-up vouchers are sold in Epic stores and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

Epic and GO top-up vouchers have to be redeemed online.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Epic and GO.

Checking your balance can be done by sending a blank SMS (or whatever, like a dot, if your phone does not allow you to send a blank SMS) to 16200 with Epic. For GO, you can send a blank SMS to 16415 or call 1232.

Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone) has two data-featured plans, but the Value Packs are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Value Packs are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 16200:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation CodeDeactivation Code
4.99 EURTalk Pack100 MB100 minutes100 SMS28 daysTALKSTOP TALK
5.99 EURData Pack4 GBN/AN/A28 daysDATASTOP DATA
9.99 EURValue Pack8 EUR200 minutes200 SMS28 daysVALUESTOP VALUE

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

Epic Malta Value Packs

GO Malta has three data-featured plans, but the Smart Mobile Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Smart Mobile Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 16410:

PricePlanDataLocal/International (EU) MinutesLocal/International (EU) SMSValidityActivation CodeDeactivation Code
4.99 EURSmart S250 MB100 minutes100 SMS28 daysSSTOP 500MB
9.99 EURSmart M8 GB200 minutes200 SMS28 daysMSTOP 1GB
15.99 EURSmart L10 GB300 minutes300 SMS28 daysLSTOP 6GB
34.99 EURSmart XL12 GBUnlimitedUnlimited28 daysXLSTOP 10GB

Your call and SMS allowance can be used for local use, EU/EEA roaming use, and international use from Malta to EU/EEA countries.

All Smart Mobile Plans include the Music Wildcard, giving you unlimited streaming data for Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer & Apple Music.

Go Malta Smart Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Mata

  • Epic Malta (formerly Vodafone) and GO Malta are recommended
  • Maltese SIM cards cost 10 EUR (Epic, GO & Melita)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Malta International Airport (MLA – Epic only)
  • Topping up can be done in Epic and GO stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Epic's Value Packs (combo) range from 4.99 EUR and 9.99 EUR. GO's Smart Mobile Plans (combo) range from 4.99 EUR and 34.99 EUR
  • Read my Malta SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Maltese SIM cards

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Netherlands Prepaid SIM Cards

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In the Netherlands, you have three mobile operators and eight Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • T-Mobile Netherlands
  • KPN
  • Vodafone Netherlands
  • AH Mobiel (KPN MVNO)
  • ALDI TALK Netherlands (KPN MVNO)
  • Jumbo Mobiel (KPN MVNO)
  • Kruidvat Mobiel (KPN MVNO)
  • Lebara Netherlands (KPN MVNO)
  • L-Mobi Mobile Netherlands (KPN MVNO)
  • Lycamobile Netherlands (KPN MVNO)
  • Ortel Mobile Netherlands (KPN MVNO)
Buying a SIM Card in the Netherlands Guide (logos of T-Mobile, Vodafone, KPN, Lebara, Lycamobile, Ortel Mobile, ALDI Talk, L-Mobi Mobile, AH Mobiel, Jumbo Mobiel & Kruidvat Mobiel)

I recommend going with T-Mobile Netherlands or KPN. T-Mobile has a great network with capped prepaid speeds @ 100 Mbps. KPN has the best network, but it limits all prepaid speeds, including its MVNOs (all MVNOs are KPN MVNOs in the Netherlands), @ 25 Mbps. You are better off going with MVNOs than KPN itself (especially Lebara Netherlands and Lycamobile Netherlands).

T-Mobile Netherlands SIM Card
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in the Netherlands (yet).

However, you can get the Netherlands eSIM (Hè Hè) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Netherlands Hè Hè eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Netherlands eSIMs from Nomad.

Netherlands eSIMs Nomad
Netherlands Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of T-Mobile Netherlands & KPN:

If you want to see Vodafone Netherlands' coverage map, head to my Netherlands SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in the Netherlands

You can get a Dutch SIM card for 4.99 EUR from KPN, between 5 EUR and 30 EUR from Vodafone Netherlands & 10 EUR from T-Mobile Netherlands in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. The MVNOs (AH Mobiel, ALDI Talk, Jumbo Mobiel, Kruidvat Mobiel, Lebara Netherlands, L-Mobi Mobile Netherlands, Lycamobile Nretherlands & Ortel Mobile Netherlands) sell SIM cards between 5 EUR and 288 EUR. SIM cards are also sold at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in the Netherlands

T-Mobile Netherlands and KPN top-up vouchers are sold in T-Mobile stores and KPN stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your T-Mobile SIM card, text the VoucherCode to 1244 or call 1244 and follow the instructions.

For KPN, text the VoucherCode Opwaarderen to 1266, or call 1244, select option 9, and enter the VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with T-Mobile and KPN.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing SALDO to 1244 or calling 1244 with T-Mobile. For KPN, text SALDO to 1266, dial *101#, or call 1244 and select option 9.

T-Mobile Netherlands has three data-featured plans, but the Combi Bundels are recommended.

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

The following Combi Bundels are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 4000:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1ValidityActivation Code
7.50 EUR500 MBShared with data allowance5 minutesShared with call allowance1 monthCOMBI S
10 EUR1 GBShared with data allowance10 minutesShared with call allowance1 monthCOMBI M
15 EUR2 GBShared with data allowance15 minutesShared with call allowance1 monthCOMBI L
22.50 EUR4 GBShared with data allowance20 minutesShared with call allowance1 monthCOMBI XL

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

T-Mobile Netherlands Combi Bundels

KPN has two data-featured plans, but the Maand Internetbundels (Month(ly) Internet Bundles) are recommended.

They are data bundles (without 5G NR access @ max. 25 Mbps).

The following Maand Internetbundels are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PriceDataValidityActivation Code
5 EUR100 MB31 days*134#
7.50 EUR500 MB31 days*135#
10 EUR1 GB31 days*147#
16 EUR3 GB31 days*131#
22 EUR5 GB31 days*122#
KPN Netherlands Maand Internetbundles

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in the Netherlands

  • T-Mobile Netherlands & KPN (+Lebara Netherlands & Lycamobile Netherlands) are recommended
  • Dutch SIM cards cost between 4.99 EUR and 288 EUR (T-Mobile, KPN, Vodafone Netherlands,AH Mobiel, ALDI Talk, Jumbo Mobiel, Kruidvat Mobiel, Lebara, L-Mobi Mobile, Lycamobile & Ortel Mobile)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN)
  • Topping up can be done in T-Mobile and KPN stores, through top-up partners & online
  • T-Mobile's Combi Bundels range from 7.50 EUR to 22.50 EUR. KPN's Maand Internetbundels (data) range from 5 EUR to 22 EUR
  • Read my Netherlands SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Dutch SIM cards

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Norway Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Norway, you have one mobile operator and two Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Telia Norway (Norge)
  • Lycamobile Norway (Norge)
  • Mycall
Buying a SIM Card in Norway Guide (logos of Telia, Lycamobile & Mycall)

I recommend going with Telia Norway or Mycall. Telia has extensive coverage and fast speeds. Mycall uses the Telia network and offers attractive plans without speed restrictions (unlike Lycamobile). Plus, both Telia and Mycall allow for 5G NR use.

While I know Telenor is actually the best mobile operator in Norway, you should not get its SIM card. You can find out why in my Norway SIM card buying guide

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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Norway (yet).

However, you can get the Norway eSIM (Lofotel) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Norway Lofotel eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Norway eSIMs from Nomad.

Norway eSIMs Nomad
Norway Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below is the coverage map of Telia Norway:

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Norway

You can get a Norwegian SIM card for 29 NOK or 99 NOK from Telia, 49 NOK from Mycall, or 49 NOK, 99 NOK, or 199 NOK from Lycamobile in their stores and from resellers, like convenience stores and grocery stores. SIM Cards are also sold at Bergen Airport (BGO), Oslo Airport (OSL) & Stavanger Airport (SVG).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Norway

Telia Norway and Mycall top-up vouchers are sold in Telia stores and Mycall stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

Telia top-up vouchers can be redeemed online.

For Mycall, text KODE VoucherCode to 06160.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Telia and Mycall.

However, only Nordic-issued (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway & Sweden) will be accepted for Telia.

Mycall accepts international debit- and credit cards.

Checking your balance can be done on the Telia Påfyll app with Telia. For Mycall, text SALDO to 06160.

Telia Norway has two data-featured plans, but the Telia Mobil Kontant Ladepakker (Telia Mobile Cash Recharging Packages) are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Mobil Kontant Ladepakker are available, which can be activated on the Telia Påfyll app:

PriceDataLocal/EU Minutes 1Local/EU SMS 1Validity
249 NOK3 GB“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutes“Unlimited”, 20 000 SMS31 days
329 NOK6 GB“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutes“Unlimited”, 20 000 SMS31 days
399 NOK10 GB“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutes“Unlimited”, 20 000 SMS31 days
449 NOK15 GB“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutes“Unlimited”, 20 000 SMS31 days
529 NOK30 GB“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutes“Unlimited”, 20 000 SMS31 days

1 for local use and to call/SMS other EU/EEA member states when in other EU/EEA member states and back to Norway (NOT from Norway to other EU/EEA member states)


Mycall has two data-featured plans, but the Mycall EU+ are recommended.

They are combo bundles (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Mycall EU+ are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 06160:

PriceDataLocal/EU Minutes 1International Minutes 2Local/International SMS 2, 3ValidityActivation Code
199 NOK500 MBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU500MB
249 NOK1 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU1
299 NOK3 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU3
349 NOK6 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU6
399 NOK12 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU12
499 NOK25 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU26
599 NOK30 GBUnlimited“Unlimited”, 20 000 minutesUnlimited30 daysEU30

1 for local use and to call other EU/EEA member states when in other EU/EEA member states and back to Norway (NOT from Norway to other EU/EEA member states)
2 from Norway to 33 countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom & the United States
3 for local use and to text other EU/EEA member states when in other EU/EEA member states and back to Norway (NOT from Norway to other EU/EEA member states) – so this excludes SMS to Canada and the United States when in other EU/EEA countries

Mycall Norway Mycall EU+ Plans 2022

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Norway

  • Telia Norway & Mycall are recommended
  • Norwegian SIM cards cost between 29 NOK and 199 NOK (Telia, Lycamobile Norway & Mycall)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Bergen Airport (BGO), Oslo Airport (OSL) & Stavanger Airport (SVG)
  • Topping up can be done in Telia and Mycall stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Telia's Mobil Kontant Ladepakker (combo) range from 249 NOK and 529 NOK. Mycall's Mycall EU+ range from 199 NOK and 599 NOK
  • Read my Norway SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Norwegian SIM cards

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Portugal Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Portugal, you have three mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • MEO (by Altice Portugal)
  • NOS Portugal
  • Vodafone Portugal
Buying a SIM Card in Portugal Guide (logos of MEO, NOS, Vodafone, Lycamobile, WOO, Uzo, Yorn, Moche & WTF)

I recommend going with MEO by Altice Portugal or NOS Portugal. MEO and NOS have the best coverage throughout the country (including in the Azores and Madeira). NOS has the fastest speeds.

MEO Portugal Cartão M Móvel Pré-Pago SIM Card
© MEO Portugal
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MEO by Altice Portugal, NOS & Vodafone Portugal offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.

However, you can also get the Portugal eSIM (Fofo Mobil) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days) or the MEO Portugal Ready to Enjoy Portugal eSIM (30 GB/15 days with 5G NR access – the latter is popular with Phone Travel Wiz readers).

Portugal Fofo Mobil eSIM Airalo
© Airalo
Portugal MEO Ready to Enjoy Portugal eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Portugal eSIMs from Nomad.

Portugal eSIMs Nomad
Portugal Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of MEO by Altice Portugal & NOS Portugal:

MEO:

NOS:

If you want to see Vodafone Portugal's coverage map, head to my Portugal SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Portugal

You can get a Portuguese SIM card for between 2.50 EUR to 30 EUR from MEO by Altice Portugal, 10 EUR to 40 EUR from NOS Portugal & 9.90 EUR to 30 EUR from Vodafone Portugal. SIM cards are also sold at Lisbon-Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Porto-Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Portugal

MEO by Altice Portugal and NOS Portugal top-up vouchers are sold in MEO stores and NOS stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

With MEO and NOS, the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Note that MEO, NOS & PayShop locations (resellers) charge a 0.80 EUR service fee.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with MEO and NOS without being charged a fee.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *#123# with MEO. For NOS, dial *111#.

MEO by Altice Portugal has four data-featured plans, but the M Móvel Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following M Móvel Plans are available, which can be activated online:

PriceDataSocial Data 2Local/EU Minutes/SMS 1Validity
3 EUR200 MBN/A500 minutes/SMS7 days
3.50 EUR200 MBN/A1000 minutes/SMS7 days
3.50 EUR1 GBN/A500 minutes/SMS7 days
4 EUR1 GBN/A1000 minutes/SMS7 days
4.25 EUR3 GB10 GB500 minutes/SMS7 days
4.75 EUR3 GB10 GB1000 minutes/SMS7 days
5 EUR5 GB10 GB500 minutes/SMS7 days
5.50 EUR5 GB10 GB1000 minutes/SMS7 days

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Portugal (NOT from Portugal to other EU/EEA member states)
2 for Facetime, Google Hangout, iMessage, Skype, Viber & WhatsApp

MEO Portugal M Móvel Plans

NOS Portugal has four data-featured plans, but the Pagamento com Carregamento (Payment with Loading) are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Pagamento com Carregamento are available, which can be activated on the NOS App (Cliente NOS) app:

PriceDataLocal/EU Minutes/SMS 1Validity
12 EUR200 MB500 minutes/SMS1 month
17 EUR500 MB800 minutes/SMS1 month
18 EUR1 GB800 minutes/SMS1 month
19 EUR1 GB3000 minutes/SMS1 month
20 EUR2 GB3000 minutes/SMS1 month
22 EUR3 GB4000 minutes/SMS1 month
25 EUR5 GB7000 minutes/SMS1 month
29 EUR10 GB 210 000 minutes/SMS1 month


1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Portugal (NOT from Portugal to other EU/EEA member states)
2 5G NR access

NOS Portugal Pagamento com Carregamento Payment with Loading Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Portugal

  • MEO by Altice Portugal & NOS Portugal are recommended
  • Portuguese SIM cards are sold for 2.50 EUR to 30 EUR (MEO), 10 EUR to 40 EUR (NOS) & 9.90 EUR to 30 EUR (Vodafone)
    • Tourist SIM cards are sold for 15 EUR (MEO) and 20 EUR (Vodafone)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Lisbon-Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Porto-Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)
  • Topping up can be done in MEO and NOS stores, through top-up partners & online
  • MEO's M Móvel Plans (combo) range from 3 EUR to 5.50 EUR. NOS' Pagamento com Carregamento (combo) range from 12 EUR to 29 EUR
  • Read my Portugal SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Portuguese SIM cards

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Romania Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Romania, you have four mobile operators, one mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) & one sub-brand offering prepaid services:

  • Orange România
  • Vodafone România
  • DIGI România
  • Telkom România (formerly Cosmote România)
  • Lycamobile România (Telekom România MVNO)
  • YOXO (Orange România sub-brand)
Buying a SIM Card in Romania Guide (logos of DIGI, Orange, Vodafone, Lycamobile & Telekom)

I recommend going with Orange Romania. It is the fastest mobile operator with the best overall network performance. Consider Vodafone Romania for generous data allowances (150 000 MB with other perks for 15 EUR).

Orange Romania SIM Card
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Romania (yet).

However, you can get the Romania eSIM (Noroc) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Romania Noroc eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Romania eSIMs from Nomad.

Romania eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Orange Romania & Vodafone Romania:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Romania SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Romania

You can get a Romanian SIM card for 4 EUR from DIGI Romania, 5 EUR from Orange Romania and Telekom Romania & 6.20 EUR from Vodafone Romania. Orange, Lycamobile Romania & YOXO allow you to get SIM cards for free if you top up on the spot. SIM cards are sold at Bucharest-Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP).

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But… does Romania not use the Romanian Leu (RON)?

Yes, that is correct. The Romanian mobile operators price things in EUR instead of RON.

While this is convenient for travelers from the Eurozone, there is a catch.

All prices marked in EUR are without 19% VAT (TVA – taxa pe valoarea adăugată).

Meaning that a 5 EUR top-up will cost you 5.95 EUR instead.

So why not convert everything in RON?

Because each mobile operator uses a different method to calculate the RON:EUR exchange rate.

For example, Orange Romania uses the mid-market exchange daily at 15:00.

Vodafone Romania, however, checks the rates once a month.

So just be aware that a top-up will cost a bit more than the nice round numbers used in this guide.

Why this is allowed/legal, I cannot tell you 🤷🏿‍♂️.

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Romania

Orange Romania and Vodafone Romania top-up vouchers are sold in Orange stores and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Orange SIM card, dial *122*VoucherCode#; dial *100#, select option 4, and enter the VoucherCode; or call 200, select option 1, and enter the VoucherCode.

For Vodafone, dial *144*VoucherCode#, dial *100# or *144#, or call 444 and follow the instructions.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *133# or calling 333 with Orange. For Vodafone, dial *100#.

Orange Romania has only one data-featured plan: Plans.

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

The following Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 321:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataOn-Net MinutesOff-Net MinutesEU/EEA Minutes 1On-Net SMSValidityActivation Code
5 EUR5 GB4 GB 2Unlimited1000 minutes100 minutesUnlimited30 daysnet5
6 EUR6 GB4.8 GB 2Unlimited2000 minutes300 minutesUnlimited30 daysnet6
8 EUR8 GB6.4 GBUnlimited2000 minutes400 minutesUnlimited30 daysnet8
10 EUR10 GB8 GBUnlimited2000 minutes600 minutesUnlimited30 daysnet10
14 EUR14 GB11.2 GB 3Unlimited2000 minutes600 minutesUnlimited30 daysnet14

1 for calls within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Romania (NOT from Romania to other EU/EEA member states)
2 requires 10 EUR roaming credit for activation
3 +1 GB that can also be used in Australia, China, Egypt, Israel, Moldova, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom & the United States

Orange Romania Optiunea Offers

Vodafone Romania has only one data-featured plan: Ofertas (Offers)

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

The following Plans are available, which can be activated by *100# or by calling 222 and selecting option 2:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataSocial Data 2 On-Net MinutesOff-Net Minutes/SMSInternational Minutes 4On-Net SMSValidity
4 EUROferta 4120 000 MB3200 MBN/AUnlimited100 minutesN/AUnlimited14 days
5 EUROferta 530 000 MBN/AN/AUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS100 minutesUnlimited28 days
6 EUROferta 660 000 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS 3300 minutesUnlimited28 days
8 EUROferta 880 000 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS 31000 minutesUnlimited35 days
10 EUROferta 10100 000 MBN/AUnlimitedUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS 31000 minutesUnlimited42 days
15 EUROferta 15 (SEA)150 000 MB12 000 MBUnlimitedUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS 31000 minutesUnlimited28 days
35 EUROferta 35150 000 MB28 000 MBUnlimitedUnlimited2000 minutes/SMS 31000 minutesUnlimited28 days

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Romania

  • Orange Romania & Vodafone Romania are recommended
  • Romanian SIM cards cost 4 EUR (Digi Romania), 5 EUR (Orange & Telekom Romania) & 6.20 EUR (Vodafone Romania)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Bucharest-Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP)
  • Topping up can be done in Orange and Vodafone stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Orange's Plans (combo) range from 5 EUR to 14 EUR. Vodafone's Ofertas (combo) range from 4 EUR to 35 EUR
  • Read my Romania SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Romanian SIM cards

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Slovakia Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Slovakia, you have four mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile)
  • Orange Slovakia
  • O2 Slovakia
  • 4ka (by Swan Mobile)
Buying a SIM Card in Slovakia Guide (logos of Slovak Telekom, Orange, 4ka & O2)

I recommend going with Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) or 4ka by Swan Mobile. Slovak Telekom has the fastest speeds and best coverage. 4ka is the cheapest and the most generous, but it has the worst coverage and the slowest speeds.

4ka Slovakia SIM Card
© 4ka by Swan Mobile
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Slovak Telekom, Orange Slovakia, O2 Slovakia & 4ka (by Swan Mobile) offer eSIMs to prepaid customers.

Note that the Slovak mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Slovakia without personal detail capturing, you can get the Slovakia eSIM (Dobrý Deň) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Slovakia Dobrý Deň eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Slovakia eSIMs from Nomad.

Slovakia eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) & 4ka by Swan Mobile:

If you want to see the coverage maps of the other mobile operators, head to my Slovakia SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Slovakia

You can get a Slovak SIM card for 1 EUR or 2 EUR from Orange, 2 EUR from O2, 4 EUR from 4ka (by Swan Mobile) & 5 EUR from Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) in their stores or post offices. SIM cards are sold near Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS) at the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Slovakia

Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) and 4ka by Swan Mobile top-up vouchers are sold in Slovak Telekom stores and 4ka stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your 4ka SIM card, dial *111*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Slovak Telekom and 4ka.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *111# with Slovak Telekom. For 4ka, dial *55#.

Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) has only one data-featured plan: Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke (Additional Payment Packages).

They are data bundles (with 5G NR access).

The following Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 12330:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataValidityActivation CodeDeactivation Code
0.50 EUR300 MBShared with data allowanceUntil midnightDATDAT VYP
1.50 EUR2 GBShared with data allowance24 hours2GBDEN2GBDEN VYP
2 EUR1 GBShared with data allowance10 days1GB10DNI1GB10DNI VYP
2 EURUnlimited1.33 GB24 hoursApp onlyApp only
3 EUR1 GBShared with data allowance30 daysTRIAL DATATRIAL DATA VYP
6 EUR3 GBShared with data allowance30 days3GB30DNI3GB30DNI VYP
8 EUR8 GB3.81 GB30 days5GB30DNI5GB30DNI VYP
Slovak Telekom Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke Data Packages for Prepaid

4ka by Swan Mobile has only one data-featured plan: Sloboda (Freedom).

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Sloboda are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 950:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU MinutesLocal/EU SMSValidityActivation Code
10 EURSloboda 100+11 GB4.33 GB100 minutesShared with call allowance30 daysS100+
14 EURSloboda 300+16 GB4.33 GB300 minutesShared with call allowance30 daysS300+
22 EURSloboda ∞ +Unlimited4.33 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 daysSN+
4ka Slovakia Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Slovakia

  • Slovak Telekom (formerly T-Mobile Slovakia) and 4ka by Swan Mobile are recommended
  • Slovak SIM cards cost 1 EUR or 2 EUR (Orange Slovakia), 2 EUR (O2 Slovakia), 4 EUR (4ka) & 5 EUR (Slovak Telekom)
  • SIM cards are sold near Bratislava-M.R. Štefánik Airport (BTS) at the AVION Shopping Park Bratislava mall
  • Topping up can be done in Slovak Telekom and 4ka stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Slovak Telekom's Doplnkové Balíky k Predplatenke (data) range from 0.50 EUR to 8 EUR. 4ka's Sloboda (combo) range from 10 EUR to 22 EUR
  • Read my Slovakia SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Slovak SIM cards

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Slovenia Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Slovenia, you have three mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel)
  • A1 Slovenia (formerly Si.mobil)
  • Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil)
Buying a SIM Card in Slovenia Guide (logos of A1, telemach & Telekom Slovenije)

I recommend going with Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije) or Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil). Telekom Slovenije is, overall, the best mobile operator. However, it throttles prepaid speeds (50 Mbps). Telemach is just fine and has unrestricted speeds.

Telemach Slovenia FREE2GO SIM Card
© Telemach Slovenia
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Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM to prepaid customers in Slovenia (yet).

However, you can get the Slovenia eSIM (Živjo) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Slovenia Živjo eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Slovenia eSIMs from Nomad.

Slovenia eSIMs Nomad

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Below are the coverage maps of Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije) & Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil):

If you want to see A1 Slovenia (formerly Si.mobil)'s coverage map, head to my Slovenia SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Slovenia

You can get a Slovenian SIM card for 2 EUR from Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil), 3/6 EUR from A1 Slovenia (formerly Si.mobil) & 8.50 EUR from Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije), in their stores or resellers, like post offices. SIM cards are not sold at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Slovenia

Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije) and Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil) top-up vouchers are sold in Telekom Slovenije stores and Telemach stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Telekom Slovenije SIM card, dial *448*VoucherCode#.

For Telemach, dial *123*VoucherCode#.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *488# or calling 488 and selecting option 1 with Telekom Slovenije. For Telemach, dial *123#.

Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil) has three data-featured plans, but the Čvekaj Mobi (Mobi Chat) Plan is recommended.

It is a combo bundle with data (without 5G NR access), minutes & units.

Text CVEKAJ MOBI to 1917 to activate Mini Mobi.

PriceDataOn-Net MinutesOn-Net SMSUnitsValidityActivation Code
7.95 EUR3 GBUnlimitedUnlimited3000 units30 daysCVEKAJ MOBI
Telekom Slovenije Plans

Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil) has two data-featured plans, but the FREE2GO Revolucija/Revolution are recommended.

They are combo bundles using a unit system.

1 unit equals 1 MB (without 5G NR access), 1 minute, or 1 SMS.

The following FREE2GO Revolucija are available, which can be activated by dialing the Activation Code:

PricePlanUnitsEU/EEA DataValidityActivation Code
3.99 EURMesečna Mini Revolucija500 unitsN/A30 days*121*2*1*1#
6.99 EURMesečna Revolucija10 000 unitsMax. 4.6 GB30 days*121*2*2*1#
Telemach Slovenia FREE2GO Revolucija Revolution Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Slovenia

  • Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije) & Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil) are recommended
  • Slovenian SIM cards cost 2 EUR from Telemach Slovenia (formerly Tušmobil), 3/6 EUR from A1 Slovenia (formerly Si.mobil) & 8.50 EUR (9.70 USD) from Telekom Slovenije (formerly Mobitel Slovenia/Slovenije)
  • Unfortunately, SIM cards are not sold at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)
  • Topping up can be done in Telekom Slovenije and Telemach stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Telekom Slovenije's Čvekaj Mobi (combo) costs 7.95 EUR. Vodafone's FREE2GO Revolucija (combo) range from 3.99 EUR to 6.99 EUR
  • Read my Slovenia SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Slovenian SIM cards

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Spain Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Spain, you have four mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Movistar Spain (España)
  • Orange Spain (España)
  • Vodafone Spain (España)
  • Yoigo

These SIM cards can also be used in the Canary Islands, Ceuta & Melilla.

Buying a SIM Card in Spain Guide (logos of Movistar, Orange, Vodafone, Yoigo, Digi Mobile, MásMóvil, Lobster, Llamaya, Lebara, Simyo & Lycamobile)

I recommend going with Movistar Spain, Orange Spain, or Vodafone Spain. Movistar is, overall, the best mobile operator. Orange has attractive tourist SIM cards. Vodafone offers 5G NR to prepaid customers already and has the fastest 5G NR speeds.

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Orange Spain offers eSIMs to prepaid customers if you get its Orange Holiday Pass tourist offering.

Note that the Spanish mobile operators require your identification (ID for EU/EEA travelers and passport for anyone else) for eSIMs and physical SIM cards.

Therefore, if you wish to get an eSIM for Spain without personal detail capturing, you can get the Spain (Guay Mobile) eSIMs from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Spain Guay Mobile eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Spain eSIMs from Nomad.

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Below are the coverage maps of Movistar Spain, Orange Spain & Vodafone Spain (on mainland Spain, the Canary Islands, Ceuta Melilla on the right):

Movistar Spain:

Orange Spain:

Vodafone Spain:

If you want to see Yoigo's coverage maps, head to my Spain SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Spain

You can get a Spanish SIM card for 10 EUR from Movistar Spain (also for 25 EUR), Orange Spain, Vodafone Spain & Yoigo. Orange also has two tourist SIM cards for 15 EUR and 25 EUR. SIM cards are also sold at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Spain

Movistar Spain, Orange Spain & Vodafone Spain top-up vouchers are sold in Movistar stores, Orange stores, and Vodafone stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Movistar SIM card, call 2200 and follow the instructions

For Orange, call 1470, say RECARGA (recharge in Spanish), and enter the VoucherCode.

For Vodafone, call 22132 and follow the instructions.

You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Movistar, Orange & Vodafone.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *123# or calling 2266 and selecting option 2 with Movistar.

However, every balance query will cost 0.18 EUR/check.

For Orange, dial *111#.

The first five checks in a month are free. Afterward, it will cost 0.25 EUR/check.

For Vodafone, dial *134#.

Movistar Spain has two data-featured plans, but a plan with no apparent name is recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access) and minutes.

The following plans are available, which can be activated by calling 1200:

PricePlanDataLocal/EU MinutesValidity
5 EURLínea Adicional Prepago 55 GB20 minutes28 days
10 EURPrepago Plus21 GB40 minutes28 days
15 EURPrepago Premium45 GB100 minutes28 days
20 EURPrepago Total75 GB150 minutes28 days
Movistar Spain Plans

Orange Spain has three data-featured plans, but a plan with no apparent name is recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (without 5G NR access) and minutes.

The following plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 1470:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU MinutesValidityActivation Code
8.95 EURNavega7 GB4.5 GBN/A28 daysGO NAVEGA
9.95 EURGo Walk10 GB5.5 GB“Unlimited”, 5000 minutes28 daysGO WALK
14.95 EURGo Run20 GB8.5 GB“Unlimited”, 5000 minutes28 daysGO RUN
19.95 EURGo Fly35 GB11 GB“Unlimited”, 5000 minutes28 daysGO FLY
Orange Spain Plans

Vodafone Spain has two data-featured plans, but the Prepago (Prepaid) Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access) and minutes.

The following plans are available, which can be activated on the Mi Vodafone (España) app:

PricePlanDataEU/EEA RoamingOn-Net MinutesOff-Net MinutesRomania MinutesInternational Minutes 1Validity
10 EURVodafone Prepago S12 GB7 GBUnlimited300 minutesN/AShared with off-net call allowance28 days
15 EURVodafone Prepago M20 GB10 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited800 minutes28 days
20 EURVodafone Prepago L35 GB13 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedN/A28 days
30 EURVodafone Prepago Xl45 GB20 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedN/A28 days
40 EURVodafone Prepago XXL55 GB25 GBUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedN/A28 days

1 to Argentina (fixed), Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile (fixed), China, Colombia, Costa Rica (fixed), Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, the Dominican Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco (fixed), Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan (100 minutes for S plan, 200 minutes for M plan), Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico (fixed), Romania, Russia (fixed), Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey (200 minutes), the United Kingdom, the United States, Uruguay (fixed) & Venezuela (fixed)

Vodafone Spain Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Spain

  • Movistar Spain, Orange Spain & Vodafone Spain are recommended
  • Spanish SIM cards cost 10 EUR (Movistar, Orange, Vodafone & Yoigo)
    • Tourist SIM cards cost 15 EUR and 25 EUR (Orange)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)
  • Topping up can be done in Movistar, Orange & Vodafone stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Movistar's plans (combo) range from 5 EUR to 20 EUR. Orange's plans (combo) range from 8.95 EUR to 19.95 EUR. Vodafone's Prepago (Prepaid) Plans (combo) range from 10 EUR to 40 EUR
  • Read my Spain SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Spanish SIM cards

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Sweden Prepaid SIM Cards

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In Sweden, you have three mobile operators and various Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offering prepaid services:

  • Telia Sweden
  • Tele2 Sweden (with Comviq)
  • Telenor Sweden
Buying a SIM Card in Sweden Guide (logos of Telia, Telenor & Comviq)

I recommend going with Telia Sweden or Comviq by Tele2 Sweden. Telia is, overall, the best mobile operator and has the fastest speeds. However, it does not offer free EU/EEA roaming without registration. Comviq by Tele2 has a large variety of plans and does offer EU/EEA roaming.

Telia Sweden SIM Cards
© Telia Sweden
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Comviq by Tele2 Sweden offers eSIMs to prepaid customers.

You can also get the Sweden eSIM (Vän) from Airalo (1 GB/7 days, 3 GB/30 days, 5 GB/30 days & 10 GB/30 days).

Sweden Vän eSIM Airalo
© Airalo

Or you can get Sweden eSIMs from Nomad.

Sweden eSIMs Nomad
Sweden Value Pack eSIMs Nomad

Use code ADU123 for the best deals available when getting Nomad eSIMs (on the site or their apps) and get 3 USD/2.70 EUR/2.40 GBP/4.05 CAD off (even on top of current promotions)!

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Below are the coverage maps of Telia Sweden & Tele2 Sweden:

If you want to see Telenor Sweden's coverage map, head to my Sweden SIM Card Buying Guide.

Prepaid SIM Card Prices & Availability in Sweden

You can get a Sweden SIM card for 45 SEK from Comviq (by Tele2 Sweden), 49 SEK from Telenor Sweden & 59 SEK from Telia Sweden in their stores (except for Comviq) or resellers, like 7-Eleven (especially for Comviq). SIM cards are also sold at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT).

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Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check in Sweden

Telia Sweden and Comviq by Tele2 Sweden top-up vouchers are sold in Telia stores, kiosks, gas stations & grocery stores.

To top up your Telia SIM card, dial *125*VoucherCode#.

For Comviq by Tele2, dial *110*VoucherCode#.

Recharging online with international debit and credit cards is possible with Comviq by Tele2.

Checking your balance can be done by dialing *120# with Telia. For Comviq by Tele2, dial *111#.

Telia Sweden has two data-featured plans, but the Fastpris Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Mobil Kontant Ladepakker are available, which can be activated on the Telia Ladda app:

PriceDataLocal MinutesLocal SMSValidity
59 SEK1 GBUnlimitedUnlimited7 days
109 SEK1 GB70 callsUnlimited30 days
199 SEK3 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
249 SEK5 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
299 SEK1 GB70 calls/monthUnlimited90 days
329 SEK10 GBUnlimitedUnlimited30 days
499 SEK1 GB/month (6 GB)70 calls/month (420 calls)Unlimited183 days
999 SEK3 GB/month (18 GB)UnlimitedUnlimited183 days
Telia Sweden Fastpris Plans

Comviq by Tele2 Sweden has seven data-featured plans, but the Fastpris Plans are recommended.

They are combo bundles (without 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.

The following Mobil Kontant Ladepakker are available, which can be activated on the Comviq app:

PriceDataEU/EEA DataLocal/EU Minutes 1International Minutes 2Local/EU SMS 1Validity
45 SEK0.5 GBShared with data allowanceUnlimitedN/AUnlimited7 days
145 SEK5 GBShared with data allowanceUnlimitedN/AUnlimited30 days
195 SEK10 GBShared with data allowanceUnlimitedN/AUnlimited30 days
245 SEK20 GB12 GBUnlimited100 minutesUnlimited30 days
295 SEK40 GB12 GBUnlimited500 minutesUnlimited30 days
345 SEK100 GB18 GB Unlimited1000 minutesUnlimited30 days

1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Sweden (NOT from Sweden to other EU/EEA member states)
2 from Sweden to the EU/EEA and Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, the United Kingdom & the United States

Comviq Tele2 Sweden Fastpris Plans

Recap of the Best Prepaid SIM Cards in Sweden

  • Telia Sweden & Comviq by Tele2 Sweden are recommended
  • Swedish SIM cards cost 45 SEK (Conviq by Tele2), 49 SEK (Telenor Sweden) & 59 SEK (Telia)
  • SIM cards are also sold at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
  • Topping up can be done in Telia stores, through top-up partners & online
  • Telia's Fastpris plans (combo) range from 59 SEK and 999 SEK. Comviq by Tele2's Fastpris Plans range from 45 SEK to 345 SEK
  • Read my Sweden SIM Card Buying Guide for (much) more about Swedish SIM cards

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