“The application is good and the coverage depends on chosen supplier. Some suppliers are good, others need to be enhanced. The speed and coverage depends on the service provider and on the country infrastructure. Rate is acceptable.”

Dr J

Apr 3, 2026

Vatican City Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Vatican City

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

In Vatican City there are more than 70 travel eSIM providers and more than 2, 700 prepaid data plans. This extensive selection makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Vatican City?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Vatican City are offered by abesteSIM, Yoho Mobile and Truely. Each of these plans has a 5 Mbps speed limit and may be throttled after a certain amount of use; they are also valid from one to thirty days. Prices across the three providers range from about $2.42 to $80.09 USD, depending on the specific plan and duration. Travelers should estimate their data usage based on the internet activities they intend to perform and select a plan that provides sufficient data allowance while fitting within this price range.

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

Vatican City does not have its own mobile network infrastructure. Instead, mobile services within Vatican City are provided by Italian Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). The major MNOs offering coverage in Vatican City include:

TIM (Telecom Italia Mobile): One of Italy's largest mobile operators, providing extensive coverage in Rome and the surrounding areas, including Vatican City.
Vodafone Italia: Part of the Vodafone Group, offering mobile services such as voice, data, and internet connectivity with coverage extending into Vatican City.
Wind Tre: A major Italian mobile operator providing mobile voice and data services, including high-speed mobile internet, in Vatican City and the surrounding areas.

These operators ensure that residents, visitors, and staff in Vatican City have access to mobile communication services comparable to those available in Rome and other parts of Italy.

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

Travel eSIMs that include a phone number and SMS capability are available for use in Vatican City. The cheapest options start around $15 and provide 15‑30 days of validity; the largest plans go up to 200 GB for roughly $120. Providers that offer this combination include Roamify, eSimfly, SimOptions, LinkeSIM and Orange Travel, each of which supplies inbound and outbound voice and SMS, with a standard dialing code of +33. Because +33 is the French national code, these numbers are not local Vatican City numbers (Vatican City uses the Italian code +39), so the eSIM gives you a foreign number that can still be used to make and receive calls and SMS in Vatican City.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Apr 18, 2026