“E-sim worked great. App is very easy to use and you could see how much data it is left with the click of a button. If anyone is curious hotspot is allowed.”

Vic C.

Jul 12, 2024

GoMoWorld Iceland

“Good esim and very good prices, thanks to esimdb and the discounts. It's very easy to find.”

Monty

Jun 22, 2024

Iceland Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Iceland

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Iceland, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

Iceland offers over 120 travel eSIM providers and more than 7, 000 prepaid data plans, giving travelers a wide variety of options to choose from.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Iceland?

In Iceland travelers can choose from several eSIM providers that offer unlimited data. Firsty offers a 1‑day unlimited plan for free, but it is ad‑supported and the speed is capped at 256 kbps. The remaining providers—Yoho Mobile, abesteSIM, Roamify, MicroEsim, Billion Connect, Truely, Yesim, and FairPlay—all supply unlimited data plans ranging from 1 to 30 days. Most of these plans allow tethering and include 5G networks, though speed may be throttled at a 5 Mbps limit or subject to the carrier’s typical throttling policy.

The price range for these unlimited plans runs from $0.00 with Firsty up to about $32.00 with Yoho Mobile’s longer‑term option. Travelers can compare these options to see which provider best matches their usage needs and budget.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Iceland?

Iceland's mobile network infrastructure is supported by three major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs):

Síminn: The oldest and largest telecommunications company in Iceland, offering extensive coverage and a wide range of services, including voice, text, and high-speed 4G and 5G data.
Vodafone Iceland: Part of the global Vodafone Group, providing mobile voice and data services with a focus on expanding their 4G and 5G network infrastructure.
Nova: An Icelandic telecommunications company offering mobile voice and data services, including 4G and 5G connectivity, with a significant market share in the country.

In addition to these MNOs, Iceland has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Iceland?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS support for Iceland are available from GlobaleSIM and Roamify. Both providers offer inbound and outbound voice calls and inbound or inbound/outbound SMS. GlobaleSIM’s Iceland packages use a +1 dialing code (United States), while Roamify’s Iceland packages use a +33 dialing code (France); neither is the local Icelandic +354 code, so the numbers are foreign. Prices start around $4 for GlobaleSIM’s 1 GB, 7‑day plan and $15 for Roamify’s 15 GB, 30‑day plan, with validity typically ranging from 7 to 30 days for GlobaleSIM and fixed 30‑day periods for Roamify. Roamify also offers larger data options up to 200 GB for $70 and 500 GB for $120, all with the same foreign‑dialing‑code phone number and full voice/SMS capability.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Feb 27, 2026