Mobile Phones & SIM Cards in Ireland
Best Networks
The main mobile networks in Ireland are Three Ireland, Vodafone, Eir and 48. All offer good coverage in cities with 4G and 5G available.
Prepay SIM Cards
Prepay SIM cards are available from €10 to €20 in supermarkets, phone shops and at the airport. No contract is needed, just bring your unlocked phone from home.
Recommended for Students
Three Ireland
€20/month for unlimited data and calls, the most popular choice for students.
48 (by Three)
€12.99 for 20GB data, a budget-friendly option.
Where to Buy
Tesco, Dunnes Stores, Carphone Warehouse, phone shops on O'Connell Street in Dublin, and at Dublin Airport arrivals.
EU Roaming
Ireland uses 4G and 5G networks. EU roaming is included on most plans, meaning you can use your Irish SIM across the EU at no extra cost, perfect for weekend trips.
Useful Apps
- •Free Now (taxis)
- •Leap Top-Up (transport card)
- •Revolut (banking and money transfers)
- •Daft.ie (accommodation search)
- •Transport for Ireland (journey planning)