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Visiting Monte Carlo or the Monaco Grand Prix? Get online for maps, tickets and messages without relying on your home roaming allowance.
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Monaco eSIM
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Fixed data plans

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7 day plans
1GB
WhatsApp, maps and email for short trips
£2.05
£2.05/GB

Technical Specs

  • Plan Validity: 7 Days
  • Activate Within: 365 Days
  • Hotspot / tethering: Supported
  • Network: Monaco Telecom (5G)
  • Where it works: MC
  • Calls & SMS: Not included
30 day plans
5GB
More room for photos, social apps and navigation
£4.02
£0.80/GB

Technical Specs

  • Plan Validity: 30 Days
  • Activate Within: 365 Days
  • Hotspot / tethering: Supported
  • Network: Monaco Telecom (5G)
  • Where it works: MC
  • Calls & SMS: Not included
20GB
Extra data for video calls, hotspot and longer stays
£7.48
£0.37/GB

Technical Specs

  • Plan Validity: 30 Days
  • Activate Within: 365 Days
  • Hotspot / tethering: Supported
  • Network: Monaco Telecom (5G)
  • Where it works: MC
  • Calls & SMS: Not included
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Stay connected across Monaco

Monaco is a compact principality, with mobile connectivity available around Monte Carlo, Monaco-Ville, La Condamine, Fontvieille and Larvotto. Signal can vary inside buildings, underground areas and crowded venues, especially during major events such as the Monaco Grand Prix. Monaco is not automatically included in every France or EU roaming plan, so check your selected eSIM's supported countries before crossing the border.

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Using an eSIM in Monaco

Explore Monaco with an Astaroam prepaid travel eSIM. Get mobile data for Google Maps, WhatsApp, transport information and travel bookings while visiting Monte Carlo, Monaco-Ville and the Mediterranean waterfront. No physical SIM card or airport collection needed.

Stay Connected in Monaco and Monte Carlo

Whether you're arriving from Nice for the day, staying in Monte Carlo for a weekend or visiting during the Monaco Grand Prix, having mobile data makes getting around easier. Check walking directions from Monaco-Monte-Carlo railway station, find restaurants near Casino Square, access digital bookings and stay in touch while exploring Port Hercule, Fontvieille and Larvotto Beach.

Avoid Unexpected Roaming Charges in Monaco

Monaco is not part of the European Union, so UK and European mobile plans do not always include it in their usual roaming allowances. Some providers charge separate rates for data used in Monaco, even if your plan works normally across the border in France.

With a prepaid Monaco eSIM, you can choose your data allowance before travelling instead of relying on potentially expensive home-network roaming. If your trip also includes Nice, Cannes or other French Riviera destinations, check the supported countries in your chosen plan's Details section. A Monaco-only plan does not automatically include France.

How Much Mobile Data Do You Need in Monaco?

  • 1GB: A practical option for a day trip, including maps, WhatsApp and occasional browsing.
  • 3GB: A useful starting point for a weekend exploring Monte Carlo and the surrounding districts.
  • 5GB–10GB: Better suited to longer visits, frequent social media uploads, video calls or heavier daily use.

These are general estimates. Streaming video, uploading large files and using a hotspot can consume data much faster.

Visiting Monaco for the Grand Prix?

Mobile data can help with event information, digital tickets, directions and meeting friends during the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix. The circuit runs through the streets of Monte Carlo and La Condamine, where large crowds can increase network congestion. Download important tickets and travel details in advance so they remain accessible if your connection slows.

Install Before You Travel, Connect When You Arrive

Purchase your Monaco eSIM online and receive your installation instructions by email. Install it while connected to Wi-Fi before your trip, then select the eSIM for mobile data and enable data roaming on that line when you arrive. The validity period normally begins when the eSIM first connects to a supported destination network, rather than when you purchase it.

You can check the activation window, supported destinations, hotspot availability and other package specifications by selecting Details on your chosen plan. Make sure your phone supports eSIM technology and is network-unlocked before ordering.

Ready for Monaco? Choose your prepaid data plan and travel with mobile internet ready for your arrival.

Travel eSIM FAQs

Not automatically. Monaco is not an EU member, and some mobile operators treat it as a separate roaming destination even though it is surrounded by France. Your normal EU roaming allowance may therefore exclude Monaco or charge extra. Check your home provider's Monaco rates before travelling. A dedicated Monaco eSIM gives you prepaid mobile data without relying on your usual roaming allowance.
Only if Monaco is explicitly included in the plan's coverage. Being next to France does not mean a France-only eSIM will work in Monaco. If you are travelling between Nice, Cannes and Monte Carlo, check the countries listed under Details before purchasing. A multi-country plan covering both France and Monaco may be more convenient than separate eSIMs.
Yes. A Monaco eSIM provides mobile data for digital tickets, maps, messaging, transport information and sharing photos during your Grand Prix visit. The streets around the circuit, Casino Square and Port Hercule can become extremely busy on race weekend, which may affect mobile speeds. Download your tickets, hotel details and any essential directions beforehand.
For a day trip from Nice or Menton, 1GB is often enough for maps, WhatsApp and light browsing. For a weekend in Monte Carlo, around 3GB is a practical starting point. If you regularly upload photos and videos, use social media heavily or share your connection with another device, 5–10GB gives you more room. These are estimates, and actual usage depends on your apps.
Install your eSIM before travelling while you have a reliable Wi-Fi connection. The validity period normally starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network at your destination, rather than when you buy or install it. On arrival, select the eSIM for mobile data and enable data roaming for that line. You can check the activation window and exact plan information by selecting Details.

Top-up availability depends on the plan. Some eSIMs can be topped up, including certain unlimited plans, while others may require a new plan once the current one ends or runs out. Check the individual plan details for your selected option.

Top-up availability depends on the plan. Some eSIMs can be topped up, including certain unlimited plans, while others may require a new plan once the current one ends or runs out. Check the individual plan details for your selected option.

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