Vatican City eSIM — Travel Data Plan
1GB / 7 days
$3.90
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Vatican City eSIM — Travel Data Plan
$3.90
Land in Vatican City with your phone already online. Install the eSIM at home before you fly — it only starts counting when you connect in Vatican City. Data only, hotspot supported, and your own number stays in the phone for calls and messaging.
- Networks: TIM 5G, Wind 5G, TIM maritime 3G, Iliad 5G
- 4G/LTE and 5G where the local network supports it
- Hotspot and tethering supported
- Validity starts on first connection in Vatican City, 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.
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Delivered in minutes
QR code by email, right after payment
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180-day refund
Full refund if you never install it
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Keep your number
Your own SIM stays in the phone
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Data only
No calls or SMS — apps work as usual
Vatican City travel data eSIM
What is a Vatican City eSIM?
Vatican City is the world’s smallest sovereign state, an enclave within Rome serving as the administrative heart of the Catholic Church. Travelling here means navigating a compact, densely populated area where digital access supports your visit. A data-only eSIM lets you stay connected while exploring St. Peter’s Basilica or the Vatican Museums. Install it before you fly, and it activates only when you first connect to a local network in Vatican City, ensuring you have data exactly when you need it.
Your plan connects to TIM 5G, Wind 5G, TIM maritime 3G, or Iliad 5G networks. Depending on your specific location within the state, your phone links to one of these operators. This setup provides mobile data for navigation, translation, and booking apps while you move through the basilicas and museums. The connection relies on the infrastructure available at your precise coordinates within the enclave.
Operators on this planTIM 5G, Wind 5G, TIM maritime 3G, Iliad 5G
No physical SIM card100% digital, delivered as a QR code
4G/LTE and 5GWhere the local network supports it
Keep your home numberData only: calls and texts stay on your own SIM
Fixed price, no surprisesPaid up front, no meter running
Local networks
Which networks you connect to in Vatican City
When you arrive, your device connects to one of the listed operators: TIM 5G, Wind 5G, TIM maritime 3G, or Iliad 5G. The specific network you access depends on the operator’s physical infrastructure at your exact location in Vatican City. Because the state is very small, the available network may vary slightly based on where you stand, but the eSIM handles the connection process automatically upon first use.
TIM 5GWind 5GTIM maritime 3GIliad 5G
5 plans are available for Vatican City, from $3.90 up to $19.90. Every plan is data only, delivered by QR code, and starts counting when you connect on arrival.
St. Peter’s SquareVatican MuseumsApostolic PalaceCastel Sant’AngeloOne plan for all of Vatican City, starting on first connection.
Good to know
Staying connected in Vatican City: practical tips
Navigating the MuseumsUse mobile data for map apps and audio guides while walking the long corridors of the Vatican Museums, ensuring you do not miss key exhibits or get lost in the layout.
Booking Basilica VisitsAccess ticketing and reservation apps to secure entry slots for St. Peter’s Basilica or the Sistine Chapel, avoiding long queues and ensuring smooth entry during peak hours.
Transit in RomeSince Vatican City is an enclave, use transit apps to plan your arrival and departure from Rome, checking real-time bus or metro schedules to reach the enclave efficiently.
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.
Step 1
Compatibility
Make sure your phone works with eSIM. It takes ten seconds — just dial a code and check.
Check compatibility
Step 2
Destination
Choose your country and the data plan that fits your trip. Prices are in USD, no surprises.
See all destinations
Step 3
Install your eSIM
Scan the QR code we email you. Install it at home on Wi-Fi — ready in a couple of minutes.
Setup guide
Step 4
Land & connect
Switch it on when you arrive. Your data starts on arrival, and your own number stays exactly where it is.
You’re online
Complete your trip
Add VPN
Add 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 Vatican City eSIM use?
It connects to TIM 5G, Wind 5G, TIM maritime 3G, or Iliad 5G. For a traveller, this means your phone links to the available local infrastructure, providing data access for navigation and communication while you explore the small sovereign state.
Does this eSIM work in Italy?
No, this is a single-country plan valid only in Vatican City. If you are also visiting Rome or other parts of Italy, you should look for regional plans that cover multiple countries, as this specific eSIM does not extend to neighbouring areas.
Which plan size suits a trip to St. Peter’s and the Museums?
As a rough guide, a 3GB or 5GB plan often suffices for a short visit to these two main sites. Heavier data usage, such as streaming or constant map navigation, might require the 10GB or larger options depending on your specific needs.
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.