Was on a cruise ship for these four countries (MSC world Europea). This plan has multiple network carriers per country so I was able to have coverage even while on the boat in the middle of the ocean because it was able to switch carriers so quickly. Plus I got the Europe + USA plan so I was able to use the remaining data at home instead of using my regular cellular plan.

Jul 20, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Over 110 providers and more than 5, 800 prepaid data plans are available for Malta, offering a wide variety of options that enables travelers to find an eSIM that fits their preferences.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Malta?

Unlimited data eSIM options are available in Malta from several providers. Firsty offers a free plan that includes advertising and caps speed at 256 kbps, while other plans from Yoho Mobile, Roamify, MicroEsim, Billion Connect, abesteSIM, Truely, Yesim, Airhub, and FairPlay all allow unlimited data for validity periods ranging from one to 11 days; their speeds may be throttled or capped—abesteSIM, for example, limits bandwidth to 5 Mbps and many others admit possible throttling. Pricing varies from free to around $26 USD, so users can choose a plan that fits their budget and data needs.

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

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

GO Mobile: Offers a comprehensive range of mobile services, including 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks, with extensive coverage across Malta and Gozo.
Epic: Formerly known as Vodafone Malta, Epic provides 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G services, covering over 95% of the population indoors and outdoors in Malta and Gozo.
Melita: Operates a 4G/LTE network with nationwide coverage across Malta and Gozo, offering speeds of up to 1Gbps.

In addition to these MNOs, Malta hosts Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) such as YOM and Smarty. MVNOs provide mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure rather than MVNOs.

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

Travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS are available for Malta from providers such as GlobaleSIM, Roamify, SimOptions, and MoreMins eSIM. All of those offerings give a virtual phone number with inbound and outbound voice and SMS, but the dialing codes are not Malta’s local +356; for example, GlobaleSIM uses +1, Roamify’s Malta plans use +33, and MoreMins eSIM uses +44. Consequently, the numbers are foreign to Malta and will be perceived as international rather than local.

These plans cover validity periods from 7 days up to 365 days, with data caps ranging from 1GB to 120GB. Prices start around $4 for a 7‑day 1GB data plan and ascend to roughly $105 for a 20GB data plan with 365‑day validity. All providers support inbound and outbound voice (or, in some cases, only inbound voice) and inbound and outbound SMS, allowing travelers to make calls and send messages over the eSIM’s data connection.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: December 4, 2025