Malta eSIM — Travel Data Plan
Valletta, Sliema and Gozo — land with your phone already online. Install the eSIM at home before you fly; it only starts counting when you connect in Malta.
- Networks: Vodafone 5G, GO 5G
- 4G/LTE and 5G where the local network supports it
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Validity starts on first connection in Malta, not at purchase
- Data only — no phone number, no calls, no SMS
- Install now, travel later — usable for 180 days after purchase
Requires an eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked device. Check the Device Compatibility page before buying, and see the Fair Usage Policy for how the allowance is measured.
Delivered in minutes
QR code by email, right after payment
180-day refund
Full refund if you never install it
Keep your number
Your own SIM stays in the phone
Data only
No calls or SMS — apps work as usual
Malta travel data eSIM
What is a Malta eSIM?
A Malta eSIM gives travelers instant data access the moment they step onto the island, whether they’re wandering the historic streets of Valletta, strolling the promenade in Sliema, or hopping on a ferry to Gozo. By loading the eSIM before departure, you arrive with a ready‑to‑use data‑only plan, eliminating the need to hunt for a local SIM after landing.
In Malta the eSIM connects to Vodafone 5G and GO 5G networks, letting you browse, map routes and use travel apps as you move around. Data usage is tracked from the first connection on the islands, and the plan’s validity runs for the chosen number of days, independent of the operator you happen to be on.
Local networks
Which networks you connect to in Malta
When you activate the eSIM in Malta it links to the Vodafone 5G and GO 5G operator networks. The actual reach of service depends on each operator’s infrastructure in the area you are visiting, so you’ll have data wherever those networks are present, supporting navigation, booking and communication needs.
5 plans are available for Malta, from $3.90 up to $19.90. Every plan is data only, delivered by QR code, and starts counting when you connect on arrival.
VallettaSliemaGozoMdinaOne plan for all of Malta, starting on first connection.
Good to know
Staying connected in Malta: practical tips
Four simple steps to use CometSIM
From checking your phone to landing online — the whole thing takes about two minutes, and you do most of it before you fly.
Compatibility
Make sure your phone works with eSIM. It takes ten seconds — just dial a code and check.
Check compatibilityDestination
Choose your country and the data plan that fits your trip. Prices are in USD, no surprises.
See all destinationsInstall your eSIM
Scan the QR code we email you. Install it at home on Wi-Fi — ready in a couple of minutes.
Setup guideLand & connect
Switch it on when you arrive. Your data starts on arrival, and your own number stays exactly where it is.
You’re onlineAdd CometSIM VPN to your trip
Stay safe on hotel and airport Wi-Fi and reach home content. Your eSIM carries the data, the VPN protects it.
Questions people actually ask
If yours is not here, write to us — we answer within 24 hours.
Which operators does the Malta eSIM use and what does that mean for a traveller?
The eSIM works with Vodafone 5G and GO 5G. This gives you access to the same mobile networks that local residents use, so you can browse, map and book services just as they do.
Does the Malta eSIM also work in a real neighbouring country of Malta?
No, it is a single‑country plan valid only in Malta. Regional plans are available for travelers who need connectivity in multiple nearby countries such as Italy.
Which plan size suits a trip to Valletta and Gozo?
As a rough guide, the 5 GB 30‑day plan often covers a short stay visiting Valletta and taking a day trip to Gozo, while heavier users might prefer the 10 GB option.
Will I lose my own phone number?
No. Your physical SIM stays in the phone and keeps your number for calls and WhatsApp. The eSIM only carries data, so both work side by side.
When does my plan start counting down?
When the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination — not when you buy it. So you can install it days before you fly without losing any time.
Is my phone compatible?
Most phones from 2018 onwards are: iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Your phone also has to be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06# — if an EID appears, you have eSIM. Full list on our Device Compatibility page.
How fast will I get my QR code?
Usually within a couple of minutes of payment, by email. If it has not arrived, check spam first, then write to us and we will resend it immediately.
Can I use hotspot or tethering?
Yes, on every plan we sell. Share the connection with a laptop, a tablet or the rest of your group.
What if I change my mind?
If you have not installed the eSIM, you get a full refund within 180 days. Once a profile is activated and data has been used it cannot be refunded — the allowance is consumed from the network. Full detail in our Refund Policy.
Do you sell plans for groups?
Yes. For Umrah and Hajj groups, student trips and tour operators we deliver the QR codes as a single batch before departure, at group rates. Email us with your group size and destination.