Tórshavn
Explore Tinganes, the historic peninsula with its charming wooden houses.
Before you fly to the Faroe Islands, equip your phone with a travel eSIM to access mobile data the moment you land at Vágar Airport, without the surprise of roaming bills.
Built for short trips and long stays alike — if you fall into any of these, you're sorted.
Faroese Telecom provides extensive coverage throughout the islands, including remote and rural areas. Hey offers competitive urban coverage, particularly strong in Tórshavn and Klaksvík. Both networks handle indoor and outdoor connectivity well, but Faroese Telecom is more reliable in remote areas.
A rough guide to pick the right plan — your real usage depends on how much you stream and share.
Maps, messaging, email and the occasional search. Enough to stay oriented and in touch.
Social feeds, browsing, music and some video. The sweet spot for most travelers.
Video calls, lots of streaming and tethering your laptop or sharing a hotspot.
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Enjoy uninterrupted connectivity with an eSIM in the Faroe Islands.
Pocket WiFi, roaming and airport SIM cards all work — here's how they stack up against an eSIM.
| Telekonek eSIM | Pocket WiFi | Roaming | Airport SIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Scan a QR code before you fly | Reserve, then collect and return a device | Already on your home plan | Queue at a kiosk after you land |
| Ready when you land | Yes — connects on arrival | Only after pick-up | Yes | After you find a counter |
| Keep your number | Yes | Yes | Yes | No — you swap out your SIM |
| Extra device to carry | No | Yes — a hotspot to charge | No | No |
| Typical cost | Low, prepaid up front | Daily rental, often a deposit | Usually the most expensive | Varies, often paid in cash |
| Multiple travelers | One eSIM each | Share one hotspot | Charged per line | One SIM each |
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Explore Tinganes, the historic peninsula with its charming wooden houses.
Sample fresh seafood dishes at local eateries in this bustling fishing town.
Experience the quiet beauty of Vágur, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and ocean views.
Use the 'Strandfaraskip Landsins' app for ferry schedules, but note that it requires a data connection.
WhatsApp calls can be made over LTE; ensure your app settings allow cellular use to avoid missed connections.
Facebook Messenger works well for free voice calls, even in more remote areas.
Google Maps works fine, but download offline maps before hiking, as data can be patchy on trails.
Activate your eSIM before leaving your previous destination to avoid initial connectivity issues.
Check your device's compatibility with Faroese Telecom's network bands for optimal performance.
Most recent iPhone, Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and cellular iPad models support eSIM — but not every model does. Check your exact device in our compatibility guide before you buy.
Heading beyond Faroe Islands? These travel eSIMs install the same way — scan before you fly, data the moment you land.
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