Best Phone Plans for Students

Studying abroad is one of the most exciting things you'll ever do. New cities, new cultures, new friends. It’s the adventure of a lifetime.

But if you land in a new country and can’t get online? Can’t contact home, find your uni campus, or figure out public transport? It can go from exciting to stressful real fast.

Most students have no idea which local networks are reliable or how to get set up quickly. Roaming charges are confusing. SIM cards are outdated.(and easily lost)  And not all eSIMs are built equal.

That’s where Sim Local comes in.

We connect students to the #1 local networks in over 150 countries, with fast, reliable plans you can activate in minutes. So you can stay connected just like you're at home, without the huge roaming bill.

Let’s break down the best student phone plans in each destination so you can study smarter, travel safer, and never waste a moment.

Whether you're heading to London, Manchester, or Edinburgh, you'll want strong signal and fast speeds on campus and off.

Sim Local offers plans from:

• EE – the UK’s fastest and most reliable network
  
  
• Three – perfect for data-hungry students
  
  
• Lyca Mobile – affordable options with calls and texts
  
  

All Sim Local UK plans are eSIM-ready.
You don’t need to swap your physical SIM. You can keep your number and get connected before you even leave home.

80 GB eSIM

United Kingdom

Unlimited Local SMS

EE UK

Duration

30 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G

Price

$19.00

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UK's Most Reliable Network

Summer Promo

150 GB eSIM

United Kingdom

Unlimited Local SMS

EE UK

Duration

30 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G

Price

$25.25

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UK's Most Reliable Network

Summer Promo

50 GB eSIM

United Kingdom

+Roaming

Lycamobile UK

Duration

15 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$19.00

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16 Million Global Customers

Best Value

Flying into Dublin, Galway, or Cork for your semester? Sim Local has you sorted with:

• Three Ireland – unbeatable value with unlimited data
  
  
• eir – fast speeds and great coverage nationwide
  
  

Choose your Irish eSIM plan online or at the airport.
Get connected before your luggage even hits the carousel.

100 GB eSIM

Ireland

+Roaming

Lycamobile IE

Duration

15 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$21.50

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16 Million Global Customers

Best Value

Unlimited eSIM

Ireland

+Roaming

Lycamobile IE

Duration

15 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$26.75

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16 Million Global Customers

Top Seller

Studying or travelling across multiple European countries? You’ll need a plan that works across borders.

Sim Local offers:

• Orange Europe eSIM – one plan with full EU coverage
  
  
• Lyca Mobile with calls and texts in:
  
  
• France,
• Spain
• The Netherlands
  

It’s perfect for Erasmus students, weekend city-hoppers, and anyone living that "study in one country, explore five more" lifestyle.

12 GB eSIM

Europe

33 countries

Smartroam (VN)

Duration

14 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$20.25

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Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Best Value

100 GB eSIM

Europe

+Roaming

Orange FR

Duration

31 Days

Plan

Data/​Calls/​SMS

Speed

4G

Price

$53.50

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Global Reach, Local Care

Top Seller

Planning a semester in Canada? Whether you're in Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal, you’ll need strong coverage across big cities and wide landscapes.

Sim Local connects you to trusted Canadian providers with:

• Fast 4G and 5G speeds
  
  
• Local call and text capabilities
  
  
• Plans you can activate from anywhere in the world
  
  

No lining up in stores. No paperwork. Just tap, download, and go.

20 GB eSIM

Canada

Smartroam

Duration

30 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$60.50

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Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Best Value

Unlimited eSIM

Canada

Smartroam

Duration

7 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$36.50

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Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Top Seller

Unlimited eSIM

Canada

Smartroam

Duration

15 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$49.25

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Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Top Seller

Australia’s epic coastlines and massive campuses call for serious coverage, especially if you’re road-tripping or living outside the big cities.

Sim Local’s Australian eSIM plans include:

• Trusted local providers like Telstra
  
  
• Easy setup with instant activation
  
  
• Affordable options that let you stream, hotspot, and stay in touch
  
  

Whether you're studying in Sydney or surfing in Byron Bay, you’ll be covered.

18 GB eSIM

Australia

+Roaming

Three UK (DI)

Duration

30 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G

Price

$25.25

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UK's Fastest 5G Network

Best Value

20 GB eSIM

Australia

Smartroam

Duration

30 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$34.00

Buy Now

Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Top Seller

Unlimited eSIM

Australia

Smartroam

Duration

7 Days

Plan

Data

Speed

4G / 5G

Price

$29.00

Buy Now

Stay Connected, Anywhere.

Best Value

Getting started is easier than you think.

1. Choose your destination and plan
   
   
2. Install your eSIM before you fly or once you land
   
   
3. Follow one of our step-by-step guides:
   
   
4. • Activate eSIM on iPhone
     
     
   • Activate eSIM on Android
     
     

Need help? We’re online 24/7 with real people, not bots.

Why Choose Sim Local?

You’re a student. You don’t have time for tech headaches or surprise roaming charges. With Sim Local, you get:

• Access to the top local network in more countries than anyone else
  
  
• Fast setup that works before your luggage even shows up
  
  
• Reliable speeds for streaming, studying, calling, and exploring
  
  
• Flexible, prepaid plans with no contracts
  
  
• Helpful support from people who know travel
  
  

So you can focus on your studies, your memories, and your adventure. Not your phone bill.

Ready to get connected?
Find the best phone plan for students at Sim Local and join millions of travellers who trust Sim Local to keep them online.

No roaming. No stress. Just fast, reliable connection wherever life takes you.