“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?

There are over 90 travel eSIM brands and more than 3200 prepaid data plans available for Vatican City. With so many options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that caters to a wide range of needs.

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

Yes, there are unlimited data eSIM plans for Vatican City.
Providers such as abesteSIM, Truely and Airhub offer unlimited options ranging from 1 to 30 days (Airhub offers 10–20 days). The plans start as low as $2.44 and go up to about $74.93 USD, depending on the duration and provider. While the data is unlimited, speed may be throttled and typically has a cap of around 5 Mbps. Travelers can choose the plan that best matches the length of their stay and desired data usage.

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 eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS capability are available for Vatican City. Providers such as Roamify, Earth Esim, TravelKon, eSimfly, SimOptions and Orange Travel offer such packages, with starting prices around $15.00 USD and validity periods typically 15 – 30 days.

All of these plans provide both inbound and outbound voice and SMS. The phone numbers are not local Vatican numbers; they use foreign dialing codes such as +33 (France), +34 (Spain), +420 (Czech Republic) and +379 (Vatican City) for a few selections. Those with a +379 code supply a local Vatican number, while the others deliver overseas numbers that can still be used for calls and text messages while you are in Vatican City.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 31, 2026