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Cyprus eSIM plans compared: HelloRoam at $5.94 for 5 GB
| Provider | Price (5GB) | Coverage | Rating | Best For |
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| HelloRoam | $5.94 | Vodafone and Epic | 4.9/5 | 180-day refund |
| Airalo | Not verified | 200+ countries | 4.5/5 | Most destinations |
| Holafly | Unlimited | 160 countries | 4.2/5 | Heavy users |
Our top 3 picks for Cyprus
We evaluated 7 eSIM plans available for Cyprus, comparing them on verified pricing, network coverage, top-up availability, and app quality. Five stood out.
Pros: Cyprus coverage on Vodafone and Epic, hotspot sharing and top-up on every plan, 24/7 support in 63 languages, and a 180-day refund on an unactivated eSIM. Cons: Newer brand, smaller community than Airalo.
| Tier | Duration | Discount | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Stay | 1-2 days | 4% off | $6.70$3.35/day · 2d |
| Week Package | 3-9 days | 8% off | $22.48$3.21/day · 7d |
| Extended Stay | 10-19 days | 11% off | $31.06$3.11/day · 10d |
| Monthly Package | 20-29 days | 15% off | $59.33$2.97/day · 20d |
| Long TermBest Value | 30-365 days | 18% off | $85.85$2.86/day · 30d |
Pros: 200+ countries, top-up available, largest community. Cons: Priced above newer competitors on some routes, support response times can vary.
Pros: Truly unlimited data, full-speed on most plans, live chat support 24/7. Cons: Premium pricing, no per-GB options available.
Cyprus 5G and 4G coverage on Epic and Vodafone
Cyprus runs 2 eSIM-ready networks, Vodafone (4G) and Epic (5G), and HelloRoam sells on both: Vodafone for island-wide reach from Paphos in the west to Protaras in the east, Epic for the island's only 5G and for business coverage in Nicosia. Both carriers reach the Troodos Mountains resort villages and the Akamas Peninsula coastal trails. Epic was formerly MTN Cyprus.
Neither network covers Northern Cyprus, which runs on Turkish operators.
Coverage analysis
Vodafone and Epic covers all five major cities: Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca, and Famagusta (government-controlled areas). Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and Paphos International Airport (PFO) both activate eSIMs on landing. The Troodos Mountains receive 4G at Platres and Kakopetria resort villages.
Akamas Peninsula has patchy 3G on remote trails. The UN Buffer Zone in central Nicosia and Northern Cyprus (TRNC) are outside the coverage area for these plans.
Activation
Install your Cyprus e-sim QR code before departure. Vodafone or Epic registers the plan when you land at Larnaca International Airport (LCA) or Paphos International Airport (PFO). No store visit, no queue, no registration. iPhone XS or newer, Pixel 3a or newer and Galaxy S20 or newer support eSIM.
Your device must be carrier-unlocked. These 7 plans cover the Republic of Cyprus only, not Northern Cyprus.
Data usage tips
Budget 400-500 MB per day for Google Maps navigation between beach resorts, Bolt taxi app, TripAdvisor restaurant lookups in Limassol, and Instagram uploads from Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock). Cyprus beach navigation apps use 30-50 MB per session. Streaming music on Paphos Harbor evening walks uses 60-80 MB per hour.
The 5 GB plan suits a 10-day holiday; the 10 GB plan covers 3 weeks including day trips to Troodos.
eSIM plan pricing in Cyprus
Cyprus eSIM plans open at $2.21 for 1 GB over 7 days. Three GB costs $4.51 ($1.50/GB). Five GB runs $5.94 ($1.19/GB).
Ten GB is $9.82 ($0.98/GB). The 20 GB plan at $17.03 works out to $0.85/GB, and the 50 GB plan costs $51.25. A daily plan costs $2.21 and carries a 2 GB allowance each day before the speed drops.
Verdict: HelloRoam sells 7 Cyprus plans on Vodafone 4G and Epic 5G, from $2.21 for 1 GB to $51.25 for 50 GB, with hotspot sharing on every one and a 180-day refund on an unactivated eSIM.
All 7 Cyprus eSIM plans, from $2.21 to $51.25
| Plan | Network | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprus 20GB 30Days ⭐ | Vodafone and Epic | 30 days / 20 GB | $17.03 |
| Cyprus 10GB 30Days | Vodafone and Epic | 30 days / 10 GB | $9.82 |
| Cyprus 50GB 180Days | Vodafone and Epic | 30 days / 50 GB | $51.25 |
| Cyprus 5GB 30Days | Vodafone and Epic | 30 days / 5 GB | $5.94 |
| Cyprus 3GB 30Days | Vodafone and Epic | 30 days / 3 GB | $4.51 |
| Cyprus 1GB 7Days | Vodafone and Epic | 7 days / 1 GB | $2.21 |
| Cyprus 2GB/DayFair use policy | Vodafone and Epic | 1 day / 2 GB per day | $2.62 |
Prices verified: September 20, 2026
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Provider reviews
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