In Andorra, Andorra Telecom is the sole local operator. Because Andorra is not part of the EU, European "Roam Like at Home" rules do not apply here—meaning visitors from Spain or France will face heavy roaming charges unless they get a local SIM or eSIM.
Here are the current offers for February 2026:
1. Andorra Telecom Prepaid (Best for Visitors)
Andorra Telecom offers two main prepaid rates, often referred to as S and M rates.
* S Rate: €10 per month for 3 GB of national data and 40 minutes of national calls.
* M Rate: €20 per month for 12 GB of national data and 100 minutes of national calls.
* Validity: Both plans are valid for 30 days and include 10 national SMS. If you run out of data, you can buy "Extra Data" bolt-ons starting at €9 for 1 GB or €19 for 3 GB.
2. Postpaid & Fibre Bundles
For residents, the best value comes from adding mobile lines to a home fiber optic package.
* Main Mobile Line: €30 per month for 40 GB of data and 3,000 minutes of national calls.
* Roaming Perk: This plan includes 300 minutes of international/roaming calls and uses the national data allowance (40 GB) while roaming in Spain, France, and Portugal.
* Additional Lines: You can add up to 4 extra lines for €18 per month each, sharing the same call and data benefits.
3. eSIM Alternatives
Since physical SIM cards must be bought in-store (at the Andorra Telecom shop on Avinguda Meritxell), many travelers prefer digital eSIMs to avoid the weekend shop closures.
* Holafly: Offers Unlimited Data starting at €19 for 5 days up to €64 for 30 days. This is the best option for heavy users since local prepaid data is quite expensive.
* Saily & Airalo: These provide smaller data-only packages (e.g., 1 GB to 20 GB) that are generally more affordable than local prepaid rates if you only need a small amount of data for navigation.
4. Handset Prices (Tax-Free Advantage)
Andorra is known for lower taxes (IGI at 4.5%), making it a popular spot for buying iPhones and Samsung devices outright.
* iPhone 17 Series: Prices start around €799 for the base model and €1,199 for the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
* Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Currently retailing for approximately €1,250–€1,300 at electronics boutiques like Gala or Pyrénées.
* Availability Note: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is launching globally in late February 2026, so you may find "clearance" deals on the S25 series in local shops right now.
Summary Tips
* Avoid Roaming: Turn off your home SIM before crossing the border; roaming rates in Andorra are notoriously high (often €10+ per MB).
* Physical SIMs: You must show a Passport or ID to register a SIM at the Andorra Telecom store.
* In-Store Hours: The main store in Andorra la Vella is open 9 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and is generally closed or has limited hours on weekends.
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