Faroe Islands eSIM

No! This is the #1 roaming trap. Although the Faroe Islands are part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they are NOT a member of the European Union (EU). Your "Roam Like at Home" (RLAH) plan does not apply. Most EU and UK carriers will charge you extremely high international roaming fees (e.g., £6 per day or £2 per MB). A Cellesim eSIM is the only way to get a fixed, cheap price and avoid a massive shock bill. 

Planning the trip? See our Faroe Islands eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

Yes, in the villages. The Faroes have a world-class network. Our eSIM connects to top local networks (like Føroya Tele) that provide strong 4G/LTE coverage in almost every town and village, including the remote islands of Kalsoy (for the famous lighthouse hike) and Mykines (for the puffins). However, you may lose signal between villages or on a remote mountain cliff hike. 

Yes, absolutely. The Faroe Islands are famous for their incredible undersea tunnels (like Eysturoyartunnilin). The local networks have equipped these tunnels with full 4G/LTE coverage. You can use Google Maps or stream music for the entire 11km drive underwater without any connection drops. 

 To give you the best speed and coverage, our eSIM connects to the Faroe Islands' premium Tier-1 networks, typically Føroya Tele (FT) or Hey (formerly Vodafone FO). Føroya Tele is the state-owned provider with the most extensive coverage, ensuring you stay connected even in remote fishing villages. 

Planning the trip? See our Faroe Islands eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

Yes, 100%. Vágar (FAE) is a tiny airport, and the 24/7 kiosk in the arrivals hall can be crowded or confusing. Our eSIM is 100% digital, requires no ID registration, and can be installed before you fly. You will be connected the moment you land, ready to use Google Maps for your rental car. 

 Yes. Coverage is generally reliable on the famous trail to the "lake above the ocean" on Vágar island, allowing you to share photos instantly. 

 Signal is strong at the Tórshavn and Tvøroyri ports, but expect the connection to drop significantly during the 2-hour open sea crossing. 

 Yes. The capital Tórshavn has excellent 4G+ and often 5G coverage, making it perfect for video calls and remote work from local cafes. 

Planning the trip? See our Faroe Islands eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

 You will have signal at the harbor, but connection may be spotty on the boat tour while navigating deep inside the narrow caves and cliffs. 

Most flagship smartphones released since 2018-2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 series and newer. Tablets, smartwatches and an increasing number of laptops also support eSIM. The fastest way to verify your specific device is to check Settings , if you see "Add eSIM" or "Add cellular plan" as an option, you're compatible.

eSIM compatibility is now standard across the high-end smartphone market and rapidly spreading into mid-range devices. Cellesim works with any unlocked, eSIM-capable device , no special configuration needed beyond scanning the QR code we send you.

iPhones with eSIM support

• iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018) , first iPhones with eSIM (one physical SIM + one eSIM).
• iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max (2019).
• iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max (2020).
• iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (2021) , supports two active eSIMs simultaneously.
• iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (2022) , US versions are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
• iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 and later , full eSIM support.

Google Pixel with eSIM support

• Pixel 3 / 3 XL and all later models (Pixel 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, Pixel Fold).

Samsung Galaxy with eSIM support

• Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE (2020) , first Galaxy with eSIM.
• Galaxy S21 / S22 / S23 / S24 series (all variants except some regional versions).
• Galaxy Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5 and Z Flip 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
• Galaxy Note 20, 20 Ultra.
• Note: Some regional Samsung variants (e.g., specific Hong Kong dual-SIM physical models) may not support eSIM. Check Settings → Connections → SIM Card Manager.

Other Android devices with eSIM

• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro and newer flagships.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30 series, ThinkPhone.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 series and newer (international versions).
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 (verify region).
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV, 5 IV, 10 IV and newer.
• Nokia / HMD: G60, X30 5G.

How to verify eSIM support on your device

1. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan". You can also dial *#06# , if you see an "EID" (32-digit number), your phone has eSIM hardware.
2. Android: Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet) → SIM Cards → look for "Download a SIM instead" or "Add eSIM".
3. EID check: most eSIM-capable Android phones show EID in Settings → About Phone → Status.

Tip: Even if your phone supports eSIM hardware, it must be unlocked (not carrier-locked) to use third-party eSIMs like Cellesim. Most phones bought outright are unlocked; phones from carrier instalment plans may require unlocking after the contract is paid off.