Cyprus – known for its wines, beaches & pleasant weather.
With not-too-hot summers and mild winters, Cyprus is popular for those who want warmer weather than their own countries offer during those seasons.
Besides soaking up all the sunshine as possible, you can do many other things than just lying on the beach.
Aphrodite's Rock, Petra tou Romiou, is a fantastic place for taking scenic photos.
The Archaeological Site of the Tombs of the Kings is a must-see.
And do not forget to visit the Kykkos Monastery.
While all of those activities sound fun, what is not fun is dealing with an expensive international roaming bill because you forgot to turn data roaming off.
International roaming can be expensive, which is why I always recommend local SIM cards, like a Cypriot one, so that you can enjoy local rates.
So, how much do SIM cards cost in Cyprus?
You can get a Cypriot SIM card for 2 EUR (2.15 USD) from Epic (formerly MTN) & Cytamobile (Vodafone), PrimeTel 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).
Those SIM card prices are not bad at all, right?
And you also have tourist SIM cards from PrimeTel (Travel Internet Pack) with 100 GB of data for 20 days, costing 20 EUR.
Cyprus does not have to be expensive for everything 😏.
In this guide, I will go over everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Cyprus. Let's go.
Original publication: 12th of July 2021. Last updated: 1st of March 2024.
Table of Contents
What is the Best SIM Card in Cyprus?
So, who are all these mobile operators and what options are available for you?
Cyprus has three mobile operators and one Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) offering prepaid services easily accessible to tourists:
- Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN Cyprus)
- Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
- PrimeTel Cyprus
- Cablenet (Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) MVNO)
In this guide, I will stick to the mobile operators and the most popular MVNOs, all in bold above, to limit the length of this guide (but also not to overwhelm you with all the options available).
But if you are interested in getting a SIM card from one of the unbolded MVNOs, you would have to do the research yourself for the time being. I stopped actively testing and reviewing MVNOs to spend time reviewing travel eSIMs instead, like the ones for Cyprus.
Anyone living in or visiting Cyprus can buy a Cypriot SIM card with no real restrictions, but you do have to comply with the Cypriot SIM card registration regulations.
- Find out which countries have SIM card registration regulations and what is required from you (lookup tool)
Which, in this case, is only showing your passport (or European Union ID if you have one) at the point of sale.
Where Can You Buy a Cypriot SIM Card (+Costs)?
You can get a Cypriot SIM card in Epic, Cytamobile (Vodafone) & PrimeTel stores. Resellers, like grocery stores and convenience stores, also sell SIM cards. Some Cypriot airports sell (tourist) SIM cards (at inflated prices).
You can expect to pay the following for Cypriot SIM cards:
- Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN): 2 EUR
- Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus): 2 EUR (regular) & 15 EUR (data-only)
- PrimeTel Cyprus: 2 EUR
The following Cypriot mobile operators also have SIM cards targeting tourists:
- PrimeTel Cyprus: 20 EUR
Note that SIM cards can be more expensive than those listed above when purchased at an airport.
Use the Wise Currency Converter tool (free) for up-to-date EUR (Euro) to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) exchange rates.
For your convenience, below are some exchange rates between EUR and USD (US Dollars):
- 1 EUR = 1.05 USD
- 10 EUR = 10.70 USD
- 100 EUR = 107 USD
But for any other currency, the Wise Currency Converter tool.
(Travel) eSIMs for Cyprus
In recent years, (travel) eSIMs have become extremely popular.
Especially after Apple made iPhones (14- & 15 series) sold in the United States eSIM-only, forcing its users to use eSIMs – even when abroad.
As a result, the adoption of eSIM technology by mobile operators worldwide rose impressively quickly.
Currently, only PrimeTel offers eSIM to prepaid customers.
In my Cyprus eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Surprisingly, travel eSIMs can be cheaper than a Cypriot SIM card or eSIM in specific scenarios.
Moreover, Europe-wide and global eSIM options are also available at competitive prices (without having to deal with expensive international roaming rates).
In this Cyprus SIM card buying guide (the one you are reading), I will stick to the local SIM cards and eSIM, but you can read my Cyprus eSIM buying guide for more information about travel eSIMs covering the country.
But here is a quick overview already + applicable discount codes if you are interested in purchasing a travel eSIM for Cyprus:
- Airalo: Dekanet (Cyprus only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS)
- Alosim: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries)
- Holafly: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls
- Nomad: Cyprus, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant)
Here are some discount codes to sweeten the deal:
- Airalo: APR15 for 15% off (if you have never bought an Airalo eSIM before). Otherwise, APR10 for 10% off (for existing users) – only the first 3000 users can redeem either discount code)
- Alosim: PTW for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
- Holafly: PHONETRAVELWIZ for 5% off (as many times as you wish for as many eSIMs as you want)
- Nomad: ADU123 for 3 USD off (on your first-ever Nomad order only)
Once again, check out my Cyprus eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
The eSIM guide is as comprehensive as this SIM card buying guide, but it solely focuses on travel eSIMs (while the guide you are reading focuses on local SIM cards and eSIMs for prepaid users (where applicable).
Cypriot Prepaid SIM Cards Explored
Below, I will guide you through Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN Cyprus), Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus) & PrimeTel Cyprus, and go through:
- Background information
- Mobile coverage
- SIM card types, prices & availability
- Recharge/top-up information
- Combo plans, data plans & special packs (such as social media packs)
With that said, let's see what Cyprus offers us.
Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
Epic Cyprus, just Epic and formerly MTN Cyprus, is the largest mobile operator in Cyprus.
Epic, by Monaco Telecom, is also active in Malta.
Epic uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: No
This is what you will learn about Epic:
* Coverage
* How to Get an Epic SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
Epic has extensive coverage throughout Cyprus.
Below is Epic's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
You can get an Epic SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR credit for 30 days in Epic stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. Epic SIM cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
Epic has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.
You can consider getting a travel eSIM for Cyprus, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Epic.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM (for when you visit at least two or more supported European countries) or a global eSIM (for frequent travelers visiting multiple continents).
In my Cyprus eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
But I will introduce them here quickly:
- Airalo: Dekanet (Cyprus only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code APR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or APR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Cyprus, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
Once again, check out my Cyprus eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
For now, I will continue with Epic.
Note that Epic offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings but no VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
Epic has seven data-featured prepaid plans:
- Mega Bundle (combo)
- Mobile Telephony Plans (combo)
- Youth Offer (combo)
- Pay As You Surf (data)
- Mobile Broadband (data)
- Data Top Ups (data top-up cards)
- Data Booster (data booster)
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert EUR to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Mega Bundle – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Mega Bundle are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
The following Mega Bundle are available, which can be activated by texting ON to 8500:
Price | Data | Local Minutes | Local SMS | Validity | Activation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 EUR | 1000 MB | 1000 minutes | 1000 SMS | 10 days | ON |
Mobile Telephony Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Mobile Telephony Plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
You will need your ID card or passport and a proof of address document.
The following Mobile Telephony Plans are available, which can be activated through Epic's website or Telesales by calling 159:
Price | Plan | Data | Local Minutes | International Minutes | Local SMS | Validity |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15.99 EUR/9.99 EUR | 5G Value | 1 GB | 300 minutes | N/A | 300 SMS | 1 month |
29.99 EUR/19.99 EUR | 5G Advanced | 8 GB | 800 minutes | N/A | 800 SMS | 1 month |
39.99 EUR/19.99 EUR | 5G Unlimited Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A | Unlimited | 1 month |
49.99 EUR/24.99 EUR | 5G Unlimited Max Plus | Unlimited | Unlimited | 100 minutes 1 | Unlimited | 1 month |
1 for Alaska, American Virgin Islands, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City
Youth Offer Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Youth Offer Plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS. For between 18 and 29 years of age.
The following Youth Offer Plans are available, which can be activated through any Epic store all over Cyprus, at selected associates’ stores, Epic's website or Telesales by calling 159:
Price 1 | Plan | Data | Local Minutes | International Minutes | Local SMS | Validity |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
39.99 EUR/19.99 EUR | 5G Unlimited Max | “Unlimited”, 150 GB | Unlimited | N/A | Unlimited | 1 month |
49.99 EUR/24.99 EUR | 5G Unlimited Max Plus | “Unlimited”, 150 GB | Unlimited | 100 minutes 2 | Unlimited | 1 month |
1 the monthly fee price of your plan is subject to a price adjustment on 1 February each year by the annual Consumer Price Index rate of inflation published by the Statistical Service in January that year
2 for Alaska, American Virgin Islands, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovak Republic, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City
Pay As You Surf Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Pay As You Go Surf plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).
The following Pay As You Go Surf are available, which can be activated by texting Activation Code to 6040:
Price | Plan | Data | Validity | Activation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|
1.50 EUR | Daily | 300 MB/500 MB | 1 day | data on day |
4 EUR | Weekly | 1500 MB/4 GB | 1 week | data on week |
10 EUR | Monthly | 6 GB/12 GB | 1 month | data on month |
15 EUR | Monthly Plus | 12 GB/25 GB | 1 month | data on month 2000 |
Mobile Broadband – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Mobile Broadband Plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).
Enjoy superfast internet with 4G & 5G speeds on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or even to a Wi-Fi router without any commitment.
The following Mobile Broadband Plans are available, which can be activated through any Epic store all over Cyprus, at selected associates’ stores, Epic's website or Telesales by calling 159:
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
8.12 EUR | 250 MB | 30 days |
16 EUR | 1 GB | 30 days |
24.99 EUR | 5 GB | 30 days |
34.99 EUR | 50 GB | 30 days |
39.99 EUR | 100 GB 1 | 30 days |
1 for 40 Mbps Max download speed and 10 Mbps Max upload speed
Data Top Ups Plans – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Data Top Ups plans are, as the name implies, top-up cards for data (with 5G NR access).
The following Data Top Ups are available, which can be activated by dialing the VoucherCode of the top-up card (*202*VoucherCode#):
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
5 EUR | 5 GB | 10 days |
10 EUR | 12 GB | 30 days |
15 EUR | 25 GB | 30 days |
Data Booster – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
The Data Booster plans are, as the name implies, data boosters (without 5G NR access) for the Mobile Broadband plans.
This package serves as a simple data booster to meet your data requirements through the end of the month. When your included data consumption reaches 90%, Epic will send you an SMS alerting you that it has been used up. The Data Booster that matches your plan will then be available for activation.
The following Data Booster plans are available, which can be activated by texting “Top up” to 6020 or by dialing 136:
Price | Plan | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|---|
10 EUR | Mobile Broadband 250MB | 1 GB | Until the end of the month |
10 EUR | Mobile Broadband 1GB | 1 GB | Until the end of the month |
10 EUR | Mobile Broadband 5GB | 1 GB | Until the end of the month |
10 EUR | Mobile Broadband 50GB | 20 GB | Until the end of the month |
10 EUR | Mobile Broadband 100GB | 20 GB | Until the end of the month |
EU Roaming – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
You can use your Epic allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Jersey
- Italy
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Martinique
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
- Vatican City
As Epic does not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances, you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.
APN/Internet Settings – Epic Cyprus (formerly MTN)
- Name: epic Cyprus
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus, just Cyta, is the second-largest mobile operator in Cyprus.
CYTA (Cyprus Telecommunication Authority) is a state-owned enterprise that signed a deal with Vodafone in 2004 to establish Cytamobile Vodafone Cyprus.
Nowadays, the mobile operator is referred to as just Cytamobile.
Its prepaid brand is called Soeasy.
Cytamobile uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 800 MHz (Band 20), 1800 MHz (Band 3) & 2600 MHz (Band 7)
- 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78)
- VoLTE: Yes
- VoWiFi: No
This is what you will learn about Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone):
* Coverage
* How to Get a Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Cytamobile (Vodafone) has extensive coverage throughout Cyprus.
Below is Cytamobile's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
SIM Card Price – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
You can get a Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR credit valid for 90 days in Cyta(mobile) stores and from resellers, like grocery stores, gas stations & convenience stores. The data-only SIM card, VMB PAYG SIM Pack, costs 15 EUR with 1 GB of data for 15 days. soeasy/Cytamobile SIM cards are also sold at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO).
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
Soeasy by Cytamobile has no eSIMs – not even for postpaid customers.
You may want to get a travel eSIM for Cyprus, which can be cheaper than getting a SIM card from Soeasy by Cytamobile (in some cases).
Especially when getting a Europe-wide eSIM if you do not stay in just Cyprus or a global eSIM valid for up to a year if you want one eSIM to work practically worldwide.
My Cyprus eSIM buying guide analyzes various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
Here is a quick introduction to them:
- Airalo: Dekanet (Cyprus only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + call and text feature) – use code APR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or APR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – these eSIMs have unlimited data + calling feature – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Cyprus, Europe (up to 35 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
For more information, such as the prices and data allowances, check out my Cyprus eSIM buying guide.
But let's continue with soeasy by Cytamobile for now.
Note that soeasy by Cytamobile offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE (4G)) if your phone supports it and you have enabled it in the settings but no VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi).
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Plans, Packages, Bundles & Offers – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) has five data-featured prepaid plans:
- Soeasy Youth (combo)
- Soeasy Plus (combo)
- Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs (data)
- Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards (data top up cards)
- Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go (data)
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert EUR to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Soeasy Youth Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
The Soeasy Youth plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS for those up to 27 years old.
So sorry oldies – these plans are not for you 🤪.
The following Soeasy Youth are available, which can be activated in Cyta(mobile) stores:
Price | Credit | Data | Local/EU Minutes 1 | Local/EU SMS 1 | Validity |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
10 EUR | 2 EUR | 40 GB | 500 minutes | 500 SMS | 1 month |
15 EUR | 2 EUR | 100 GB | 1000 minutes | 1000 SMS | 1 month |
20 EUR | 2 EUR | 200 GB | 2000 minutes | 2000 SMS | 1 month |
1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Cyprus (NOT from Cyprus to other EU/EEA member states)
Soeasy Plus Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
The Soeasy Plus plans are combo bundles with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
The following Soeasy Plus are available, which can be activated through the My Cyta website or My Cyta app, or by texting on soeasy to 8000 and topping up with the corresponding plan price:
Price | Credit | Data | Local/EU Minutes 1 | Local/EU SMS 1 | Validity |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
10 EUR | 2 EUR | 20 GB | 400 minutes | 400 SMS | 30 days |
20 EUR | 2 EUR | 50 GB | 1000 minutes | 1000 SMS | 30 days |
35 EUR | 2 EUR | 100 GB | 2000 minutes | 2000 SMS | 30 days |
1 for calls/SMS within and to other EU/EEA member states and back to Cyprus (NOT from Cyprus to other EU/EEA member states)
Soeasy Plus plans can be deactivated by texting off soeasy to 8000.
Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
The Soeasy Mobile Internet Packs plans 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:
Price | Plan | Data | Validity | Activation Code |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 EUR | Soeasy MI Daily | 400 MB | 1 day | MI Day |
2 EUR | Soeasy MI Weekly | 1 GB | 7 days | MI Week |
2.90 EUR | Unlimited GB /Friday – Sunday | Unlimited | 3 days Friday – Sunday | ΜΙ UNL3 |
4.90 EUR | Unlimited GB / 7 days | Unlimited | 7 consecutive days | ΜΙ UNL7 |
5 EUR | Soeasy MI Monthly Small | 4 GB | 30 days | MI S or MI Small |
10 EUR | Soeasy MI Monthly Large | 12 GB | 30 days | MI LRG |
15 EUR | Soeasy MI Monthly XLarge | 24 GB | 30 days | MI XL |
Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
The Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).
The following Mobile Internet Top-Up Cards are available, which can be activated by dialing the VoucherCode of the top-up card (*115*VoucherCode#):
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
2.90 EUR | Unlimited | 3 days Friday – Sunday |
4.90 EUR | Unlimited | 7 days |
5 EUR | 4 GB | 30 days |
10 EUR | 12 GB | 30 days |
15 EUR | 24 GB | 30 days |
Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go Plans – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go plans are data bundles (perhaps with 5G NR access) for the data-only SIM card.
The following Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go are available, which can be activated online:
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
4 EUR | 100 MB | 1 month |
7 EUR | 500 MB | 1 month |
11 EUR | 4 GB | 1 month |
19 EUR | 40 GB | 1 month |
39 EUR | 500 GB | 1 month |
45 EUR | 1000 GB | 1 month |
EU Roaming – Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
You can use your Soeasy by Cytamobile (Vodafone) allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Italy
- Jersey
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Martinique
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
As Soeasy by Cytamobile does not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances, you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.
APN/Internet Settings – Cytamobile (Vodafone Cyprus)
For a soeasy SIM card:
- Name: cyta
- APN: cytamobile
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
For a Vodafone Mobile Broadband Pay As You Go (VMB PAYG) SIM Card:
- Name: internet
- APN: internet
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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PrimeTel
PrimeTel uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 900 MHz & 1800 MHz
- 3G: 900 MHz & 2100 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 1800 MHz (Band 3)
- 5G NR: 700 MHz (n28) & 3500 MHz (n78) – not operational yet
This is what you will learn about PrimeTel:
* Coverage
* How to Get a PrimeTel SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – PrimeTel
PrimeTel has great coverage throughout Cyprus.
However, its coverage is not as good as its competitors. But it is not lacking far behind either. It has yet to launch 5G NR commercially, but 4G/LTE is widely available.
Below is PrimeTel's coverage map produced by Speedtest:
However, click here to see PrimeTel's official coverage map.
SIM Card Price – PrimeTel
You can get a PrimeTel SIM card for 2 EUR with 1 EUR in credit and 50 MB in PrimeTel stores and other stores, such as corner shops, kiosks, and post offices. It is also possible to get SIM cards at both Larnaca International Airport and Paphos International Airport.
You have to call 133 to activate the SIM card.
Short-term travelers can also take advantage of the Travel Internet Pack. It is a data-only SIM card costing 20 EUR with 10 GB valid for 20 days. You can purchase Travel Internet Pack Data if you are out of data.
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
It is also possible to get the PrimeTel eSIM for the same price listed above.
You should consider getting a travel eSIM for Cyprus because they can sometimes be cheaper than getting a SIM card from PrimeTel.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM or a global eSIM.
I discuss various eSIM options of eSIM providers for Cyprus in my Cyprus eSIM buying guide, which are:
- Airalo: Dekanet (Cyprus only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + minutes and SMS) – use code APR15 (15% off – first-time users only) or APR10 (10% off)
- Alosim: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: Cyprus & Europe (32 countries) – unlimited data eSIMs which allow for (limited) calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: Cyprus, Europe (up to 35 countries) & Global (up to 139 countries) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
As I said, check out my Cyprus eSIM buying guide for more information, as I have to continue with PrimeTel for now.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – PrimeTel
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – PrimeTel
PrimeTel has four data-featured prepaid plans:
- Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles (combo)
- Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans (data)
- Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards (data top up cards)
- Travel Internet Pack (data)
I will list all the prices in EUR (Euro).
To convert EUR to your currency (let's say GBP – (British) Pound (Sterling)) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles – PrimeTel
The Pay As You Go eSIM Bundles are combo plans with credit and data (with 5G NR access) for the PrimeTel eSIM.
The following Pay As You Go eSIM Bundle is available, which you can activate online.
Price | Plan | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|---|
20 EUR | eSIM 100 GB Bundle | 100 GB | 20 days |
Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans – PrimeTel
The Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans are data bundles (with 5G NR access).
The following Pay As You Go Mobile Internet Plans are available, which can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 8133:
Price | Data | Validity | Activation Code |
---|---|---|---|
1.50 EUR | 1 GB | 1 day | MB1 |
5 EUR | 5 GB | 7 days | MB7 |
10 EUR | 10 GB | 30 days | MB30 |
15 EUR | 20 GB | 30 days | MB30 2500 |
Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards – PrimeTel
The Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards are, as the name implies, data bundles (with 5G NR access) that can be activated with physical top-up cards.
The following Mobile Data Top-Ups Cards are available, which can can be redeemed by dialing *133*VoucherCode#:
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
5 EUR | 5 GB | 10 days |
10 EUR | 15 GB | 30 days |
15 EUR | 50 GB | 30 days |
20 EUR | 100 GB | 60 days |
50 EUR | 300 GB | 90 days |
Travel Internet Pack – PrimeTel
The Travel Internet Pack are data bundles (with 5G NR access) exclusive to the Travel Internet Pack that can be activated with physical top-up cards.
The following Travel Internet Pack are available, which can be redeemed by dialing *133*VoucherCode#:
Price | Data | Validity |
---|---|---|
5 EUR | 5 GB | 10 days |
10 EUR | 10 GB | 30 days |
20 EUR | 15 GB | 30 days |
35 EUR | 35 GB | 30 days |
50 EUR | 300 GB | 90 days |
EU Roaming – PrimeTel
You can use your allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Martin
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Saint Barthélemy
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
APN/Internet Settings – PrimeTel
- Name: primetel
- APN: ip.primetel
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Cyprus
Getting a SIM card from Epic or Cytamobile (Vodafone) would do you well when considering a Cypriot SIM card.
Going to other places around the world? You should also check out my SIM card buying guides for other destinations worldwide.