Planning to visit the Azores Archipelago this year? Here’s how you can use mobile services during your stay in this small paradise.
Whether you’re visiting from mainland Portugal, Europe, or a country like the United States, you’ll find everything you need to know below to have a relaxing and worry-free stay with mobile services.
Visitors from Portugal
Mainland and Madeira: Your mobile phone will work in the Azores, just like in any other region of Portugal. There are no additional costs for using your calling and data plan.
Visitors from Europe
European Union: Since June 2017, there have been no roaming charges within the EU. You can use your mobile phone in the Azores as you would in your home country, with no additional costs.
Visitors from the United States
GSM Compatibility: Check if your phone supports the GSM network. Most modern models from the U.S. are compatible, but you may need to unlock your phone for international use. As a precaution, you should contact your mobile service provider before traveling.
Prepaid SIM Cards
Where to Buy: You can purchase a prepaid SIM card from MEO, NOS, or Vodafone at the airport, or service stations and convenience stores in the Azores.
Prices: Rechargeable cards usually range between €5, €10, or €20 depending on what you need.
Advantage: Incoming calls are free, so friends and family can call you without using up your credit. Some cards offer several gigabytes of internet access, so you can always stay connected to social media.
International Calls
To the Azores: The country code for Portugal is +351, followed by the nine-digit number.
From the Azores to Abroad: To make a call, dial the country code followed by the phone number you want to reach.
With this information, you’ll be more than ready to use mobile services in the Azores without any hassle.
We wish you a great stay!