Cyprus travel guide: mobile data, networks and what's on
16 Cyprus plans from $1.14.
Talisim editorial team · Updated
Quick answer
Talisim sells 16 Cyprus eSIM plans from $1.14, 7–180 days, 1GB–50GB, up to 3G, 4G, 5G, on Vodafone, Epic. Top-ups: yes, on most plans. Data only: no phone number, calls or texts. WhatsApp, FaceTime, Signal and iMessage work over data. Hotspot and tethering work, as far as your phone allows, and use the same data.
What the network is actually like
Good across the government-controlled south. The north runs on Turkish networks that this eSIM doesn't list, so assume no coverage there. Cyprus uses UK-style plugs.
This eSIM: up to 3G, 4G, 5G, onVodafone, Epic. Each plan on the Cyprus page says which of these it uses.
How much data you'll need
5GB for a week in the south, and read the coverage note above before planning on data in the north.
Recommended: 5GB → closest plan 5GB · 30 days, $4.76.
Where people go
Nicosia
The last divided capital in Europe. Crossing the Green Line is straightforward.
Limassol
The business and nightlife city, and the main cruise port.
Paphos
Roman mosaics and the quieter end of the tourist coast.
What's on
Timings are month-level, because most of these move year to year.
Limassol Carnival
February or March
Limassol
Ten days, ending with a large parade.
Kataklysmos
June
Coastal towns
A water festival unique to Cyprus.
Quick answers
- Which networks does a Talisim Cyprus eSIM use?
- Our Cyprus plans run on Vodafone, Epic, at up to 3G, 4G, 5G; a given plan may use only some of them. Each plan on the Cyprus page lists the networks it uses.
- Can I top up a Cyprus eSIM?
- Yes. Most Cyprus plans can be topped up with more data and days from your order page until they expire, on the same eSIM with no new QR code.
- Does a Cyprus eSIM come with a phone number?
- No. Data only: no phone number, calls or texts. WhatsApp, FaceTime, Signal and iMessage work over data.
- How much data do I need for Cyprus?
- 5GB for a week in the south, and read the coverage note above before planning on data in the north.
Regional plans that also cover Cyprus
Crossing a border on the same trip? One of these covers the whole route on one eSIM.
Other guides nearby
New to eSIMs? The FAQ covers checking your phone supports one, installing it before you fly, and what to do if it won't connect.