Why an eSIM is Essential for the Faroe Islands
No Free EU Roaming
Important: The Faroe Islands are a Danish territory but are NOT part of the European Union. Free EU roaming does NOT apply. Your home plan will be expensive: between $2 and $5 per MB depending on your carrier. For a one-week trip with moderate usage (browsing, social media), you can easily spend $50 to $100 on roaming.
Limited Free WiFi
Free WiFi is limited in Faroese hotels and cafes:
- Availability: limited outside main towns (Tórshavn, Klaksvík)
- Security: unsecured public networks, hacking risks
- Reliability: unstable connections, frequent dropouts
- Mobility: impossible to use while traveling (transport, hiking, remote islands)
An eSIM offers secure and reliable connectivity everywhere, essential for traveling in the Faroe Islands, especially for exploring remote islands and hiking trails.
Network Coverage in the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands have good 4G coverage in main towns (90%+) and variable in remote areas thanks to two major carriers:
| Carrier |
Coverage |
5G |
Market Share |
Used by |
| Føroya Tele |
90%+ (towns), variable (remote) |
Yes |
60% (leader) |
Airalo, GoMoWorld |
| Vodafone Faroe Islands |
88%+ (towns), limited (remote) |
Yes |
40% |
Holafly, Saily |
Note: Coverage is excellent in main towns (Tórshavn, Klaksvík) but may be limited on remote islands and in mountainous areas.
Coverage by destination
- Tórshavn: perfect 4G/5G throughout the capital
- Klaksvík: excellent coverage in the second-largest town
- Vágar Airport: excellent coverage, immediate connection upon arrival
- Main islands (Streymoy, Eysturoy, Vágar): good coverage in populated areas
- Remote islands (Mykines, Kalsoy, Fugloy): variable coverage, some areas without signal
- Hiking trails: variable coverage depending on location, limited in remote valleys
- Tunnels: coverage available in most tunnels connecting islands
How to Install Your Faroe Islands eSIM
- Purchase your plan (QR code received by email in 2 min)
- Install 24-48h before departure from your WiFi
- Activate upon arrival in the Faroe Islands (timer starts)
- Keep your home SIM for calls and texts
Compatibility: iPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+, Xiaomi 12+, OnePlus 8+
Best Faroe Islands eSIM 2026
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{
rank: 1,
providerId: "airalo",
data: "5 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$7.65",
highlight: "Global leader + Føroya Tele network",
promoCode: "ESIMP15",
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{
rank: 2,
providerId: "gomoworld",
data: "12 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$10.99",
highlight: "Best value for money",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
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{
rank: 3,
providerId: "holafly",
data: "Unlimited",
duration: "15 days",
price: "$47",
highlight: "Unlimited data + hotspot",
},
{
rank: 4,
providerId: "saily",
data: "3 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$5.69",
highlight: "NordVPN included",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
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{
rank: 5,
providerId: "yesim",
data: "10 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$20",
highlight: "Reliable network",
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Why these providers?
- Airalo: global leader (8M+ users), Føroya Tele network, code ESIMP15 (-15%)
- GoMoWorld: Føroya Tele network, code ESIMP (-10%), best value for money
- Holafly: unlimited + hotspot, ideal for heavy users and families
- Saily: built-in NordVPN to secure public WiFi connections
- Yesim: reliable network, good alternative
Conclusion
For all travelers to the Faroe Islands, an eSIM is essential as home roaming costs very expensive ($2 to $5 per MB) and free EU roaming does NOT apply.
Best choice: Airalo 5 GB at $7.65 with code ESIMP15 offers excellent value on the Føroya Tele network.
For heavy users: Holafly unlimited eliminates any stress, even for streaming and hotspot.
Best value: GoMoWorld 12 GB at $10.99 with code ESIMP offers excellent value for money.
Faroe Islands eSIM FAQ
