eSIM or EEA Roaming: What to Choose for Liechtenstein?
When European roaming is enough
Important: Liechtenstein is NOT in the EU but is part of the EEA (European Economic Area). Free European roaming therefore also applies in Liechtenstein! For a 1-week trip with moderate usage, your home plan is probably enough. Check your quota in your carrier's app.
When an eSIM is recommended
- 2+ week stays: risk of exhausting roaming quota
- Heavy usage: streaming, video calls, hotspot
- Budget plan: plans with little roaming included
- Regular stays: fair use clause after 4 months
Network Coverage in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein has excellent 4G/5G coverage (98%) throughout the entire principality thanks to Swiss carriers:
| Carrier |
Coverage |
5G |
Market Share |
Used by |
| Swisscom |
98% |
Yes |
40% (leader) |
Airalo, GoMoWorld |
| Salt |
97% |
Yes |
30% |
Holafly |
| Sunrise |
97% |
Yes |
30% |
Saily |
Note: Liechtenstein uses Swiss mobile networks, providing excellent coverage throughout the entire principality.
Coverage by destination
- Vaduz (capital): perfect 4G/5G coverage
- Schaan: excellent coverage
- Triesen: excellent coverage
- Entire principality: excellent coverage everywhere due to small size
How to Install Your Liechtenstein eSIM
- Purchase your plan (QR code received by email in 2 min)
- Install 24-48h before departure from your WiFi
- Activate upon arrival in Liechtenstein (timer starts)
- Keep your home SIM for calls and texts
Compatibility: iPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+, Xiaomi 12+, OnePlus 8+
Best Liechtenstein eSIM 2026
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{
rank: 1,
providerId: "airalo",
data: "5 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$7.65",
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promoCode: "ESIMP15",
},
{
rank: 2,
providerId: "holafly",
data: "Unlimited",
duration: "15 days",
price: "$47",
highlight: "Unlimited data + hotspot",
},
{
rank: 3,
providerId: "gomoworld",
data: "10 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$6.30",
highlight: "Best value for money",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
},
{
rank: 4,
providerId: "saily",
data: "3 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$5.69",
highlight: "NordVPN included",
promoCode: "ESIMP",
},
{
rank: 5,
providerId: "ubigi",
data: "3 GB",
duration: "30 days",
price: "$8.99",
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Why these providers?
- Airalo: global leader (8M+ users), Swisscom network (leader 40%), code ESIMP15 (-15%)
- Holafly: unlimited + hotspot, ideal for heavy users and extended stays
- GoMoWorld: Swisscom network, code ESIMP (-10%), best value for money
- Saily: built-in NordVPN to secure public WiFi connections
- Ubigi: reliable network, good alternative
Conclusion
For travelers to Liechtenstein, check if your European plan covers EEA roaming first. For 1-week trips with moderate usage, your home plan is probably enough.
For extended stays or heavy users: Airalo 5 GB at $7.65 with code ESIMP15 offers excellent coverage on Swisscom's network.
For heavy users: Holafly unlimited eliminates any stress, even for streaming and hotspot.
Small budget: GoMoWorld 10 GB at $6.30 with code ESIMP offers excellent value for money.
Liechtenstein eSIM FAQ
