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eSIM vs local SIM in Iceland — which is better?

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Emma R.

Mar 26, 2025 · edited

Is it worth buying a local SIM once I arrive in Iceland, or is an eSIM easier?

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Emma (GotoeSIM) GotoeSIM Team

1 year ago

For most travellers an eSIM wins in Iceland: you're online the second you land (no queuing at a kiosk or language barrier), you keep your home number for calls/texts, and there's no physical SIM to swap or lose. A local SIM can occasionally be cheaper for very heavy, long-term use, but for typical trips the eSIM is far more convenient.
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Sara J.

1 year ago

Skipped the airport SIM queue in Iceland and was so glad I did.
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