{"id":3803,"date":"2023-10-27T09:00:45","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T09:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/?page_id=3803"},"modified":"2023-12-19T04:43:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T04:43:01","slug":"vodafone","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/operators\/vodafone\/","title":{"rendered":"Vodafone SIM Cards and eSIM: Detailed Guides for Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Planning a trip to Greece? A local SIM card or eSIM is an essential you&#8217;ll need to stay connected. But tourists exploring this Mediterranean paradise can enjoy some of the best connectivity options offered by Vodafone Greece. This in-depth guide covers everything you need to know about getting a Vodafone Greece SIM Card or Vodafone Greece eSIM in Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#1-quick-facts-about-vodafone-greece\">1. Quick Facts about Vodafone Greece<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#2-why-vodafone-when-youre-exploring-greece-coverage-and-speed\">2. Why Vodafone When You&#8217;re Exploring Greece &#8211; Coverage and Speed<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#3-vodafone-connectivity-options-for-travelers-to-greece\">3. Vodafone Connectivity Options for Travelers to Greece<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#4-best-vodafone-greece-sim-cards-for-tourists-cost\">4. Best Vodafone Greece SIM Cards for Tourists &amp; Cost<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#5-does-vodafone-support-e-sim-in-greece\">5. Does Vodafone Support eSIM in Greece?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#6-where-can-you-buy-a-vodafone-sim-card-and-e-sim\">6. Where Can You Buy a Vodafone SIM card and eSIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#7-how-to-activate-vodafone-sim-e-sim-in-greece\">7. How to Activate Vodafone SIM\/eSIM in Greece?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#8-greece-vodafone-call-sms-rates\">8. Greece Vodafone Call &amp; SMS Rates<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#9-useful-ussd-codes-for-vodafone-sim-e-sim\">9. Useful USSD Codes for Vodafone SIM\/eSIM<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#10-how-to-top-up-vodafone-sim-e-sim\">10. How to Top-up Vodafone SIM\/eSIM<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#11-fa-qs-about-vodafone-in-greece\">11. FAQs about Vodafone in Greece<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#12-final-words\">12. Final Words<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vodafone Greece SIM Card\" class=\"wp-image-3781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Mobile-Operator-1-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-quick-facts-about-vodafone-greece\">1. Quick Facts about Vodafone Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some quick facts about Vodafone Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>According to March 2023 data, Vodafone Greece&#8217;s market share is the second-highest among mobile network operators in Greece at 33.8 %.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is a member of the Vodafone Group, one of the world&#8217;s largest telecommunications companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vodafone Greece provides a comprehensive range of mobile services, including voice, data, and messaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also provides fixed broadband and TV services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vodafone Greece has 4.5 million mobile subscribers and more than a million fixed broadband customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The headquarters of the company is in Athens, Greece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vodafone Greece was the first mobile network operator in Greece to offer 4G LTE services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is also the first mobile network operator in Greece to deploy 5G services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Vodafone Greece is one of Greece&#8217;s most important telecommunications companies.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-greece.jpg\" alt=\"vodafone-greece\" class=\"wp-image-3794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-greece.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-greece-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-greece-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-greece-510x383.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-why-vodafone-when-youre-exploring-greece-coverage-and-speed\">2. Why Vodafone When You&#8217;re Exploring Greece &#8211; Coverage and Speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For those traveling in Greece, an operational data connection is essential. Its coverage and speed are the best of all cellular networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-1-vodafone-coverage-in-greece\">2.1. Vodafone Coverage in Greece<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Greece Mobile Operator Coverage\" class=\"wp-image-3776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Coverage.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Greece Mobile Operator Coverage<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opensignal.com\/reports\/2023\/07\/greece\/mobile-network-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Opensignal July 2023 Mobile Network Experience Report for Greece<\/a>, Vodafone has the best overall coverage in the country.\u00a0 Here is a summary of Vodafone&#8217;s coverage in Greece, based on the Opensignal report:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Availability:<\/strong>\u00a0Vodafone is a joint winner as far as the Availability award is concerned, with users able to get a 3G or better signal 99.1 % of the time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5G availability:<\/strong>\u00a0With users connected to 5G services 10.8 % of the time, Vodafone has the second-highest availability of any operator in Greece.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Urban coverage:<\/strong>\u00a0Vodafone&#8217;s urban coverage is particularly good. You can connect to the 4G or 5G signal most of the time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rural coverage:<\/strong>\u00a0Vodafone has extensive coverage in rural areas. Users can get a 3G signal more than 90 % of the time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, Vodafone has the best coverage of all mobile network operators in Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-vodafone-speed\">2.2. Vodafone Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Greece Mobile Operator Speed\" class=\"wp-image-3777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/Greece-Mobile-Operator-Speed.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Greece Mobile Operator Speed<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As per the Opensignal July 2023 Mobile Network Experience Report for Greece, Vodafone has the fastest overall download speeds in the country. Here is a summary of Vodafone&#8217;s speeds in Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Download Speed Experience:<\/strong>\u00a0The Download Speed Experience award this month goes outright to Vodafone, with users experiencing average download speeds of 52.2Mbps on its network year-to-date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5G Download Speed:<\/strong> Vodafone wins the 5G Download Speed award hands down, with users enjoying an average 5G download speed of 183.4Mbps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upload Speed Experience:<\/strong>\u00a0Vodafone takes outright honors in the Upload Speed Experience award with average upload speeds of 29.2Mbps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, Vodafone has the fastest speeds of any mobile network operator in Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, these are only averages, and a given user&#8217;s speed can vary depending on his location, network conditions and device. But the results from Vodafone in a recent Opensignal report indicate it provides mobile users with the best overall speed experience in Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-vodafone-connectivity-options-for-travelers-to-greece\">3. Vodafone Connectivity Options for Travelers to Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vodafone offers both physical SIM cards and eSIM (digital SIMs) for tourists visiting Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-12\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"2\"\n           data-rows=\"6\"\n           data-wpID=\"12\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:20.325203252033%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Option                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:79.674796747967%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Description                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Pay-As-You-Go SIM Card                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone offers a variety of Pay-As-You-Go SIM cards for travelers to Greece which allows you to top up as needed.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Prepaid SIM Card                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone also offers prepaid SIM cards that you can purchase and activate without a long-term contract commitment. Funds do not expire for 1 year.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone Pocket WiFi                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        This portable WiFi hotspot allows you to connect multiple devices to high-speed internet through the Vodafone network.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone Roaming                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone customers from other countries can use their existing plan seamlessly through roaming on the Vodafone Greece network.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        eSIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vodafone's eSIM option digitally provisions a SIM profile for use without a physical nano-SIM card. Simply scan a QR code during setup.                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-12'>\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-best-vodafone-greece-sim-cards-for-tourists-cost\">4. Best Vodafone Greece SIM Cards for Tourists &amp; Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the best Vodafone Greece SIM card options for tourists visiting Greece. With a huge data allotment, this SIM card works very well for long vacations, digital nomads, remote workers etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-13\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"7\"\n           data-rows=\"3\"\n           data-wpID=\"13\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:23.566878980892%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Plan Name                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Price (USD)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Data                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Local Calls                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Messages                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Validity                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.738853503185%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Total Cost (USD)                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Voice &amp; Mobile Internet Bundle                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$ 20                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        25 GB                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        200 minutes                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        -                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        20 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$25                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Voice &amp; Mobile Internet Bundle                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$30                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Unlimited                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        200 minutes                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        -                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        30 days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$35                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-13'>\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>For power users, Vodafone&#8217;s unlimited data SIM card ensures you never run out of high-speed data during your Greece travels. It&#8217;s great for heavy video streaming, gaming etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All Vodafone Greece SIM cards include free EU roaming. So you can use your data, minutes, and text allocations across Greece and Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-does-vodafone-support-e-sim-in-greece\">5. Does Vodafone Support eSIM in Greece?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Vodafone Greece offers eSIM plans for the latest iPhone and Android devices. With an eSIM, you can digitally install a Vodafone plan without needing to insert a physical SIM card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, Vodafone Greece does not offer eSIM for tourists visiting Greece. If you want to use the Vodafone network in Greece, get a Greece eSIM from <a href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">greeceesim.com<\/a> and enjoy fast, affordable data without roaming charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/buy-esim\/\" style=\"background-color:#4700babd\">Greece eSIM Plans<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-where-can-you-buy-a-vodafone-sim-card-and-e-sim\">6. Where Can You Buy a Vodafone SIM card and eSIM?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you need a physical Vodafone Greece SIM Card or an eSIM, Vodafone offers a variety of purchase options to meet your connectivity needs when traveling internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-1-where-to-buy-vodafone-sim-for-greece\">6.1. Where to Buy Vodafone SIM for Greece?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a popular tourist SIM, Vodafone Greece SIM Card are easy to find in Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>At Athens, Thessaloniki, and other airports after you clear immigration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At Vodafone retail stores which are found in all cities and many large towns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From street kiosks and convenience stores which offer a variety of SIM card top-up and data packages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some hotels, cafes, and restaurants may resell SIM cards though at slightly marked-up prices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Vodafone store in Greece\" class=\"wp-image-3788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store-510x383.jpg 510w, https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/25\/2023\/10\/vodafone-store.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When purchasing, remember to carry your passport as ID proof. The Vodafone Greece SIM card will need to be activated in your name per local laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-2-where-to-buy-vodafone-e-sim-in-greece\">6.2. Where to Buy Vodafone eSIM in Greece?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vodafone eSIMs can only be purchased online in Greece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Directly through the Vodafone website or mobile app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Via third-party resellers like <strong>greeceesim.com<\/strong> who offer prepaid eSIM plans for Greece.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchasing directly from Vodafone requires online verification of your passport. Third-party providers like <strong>greeceesim.com<\/strong> do not verify the ID and the process is simpler for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where you purchase from, the eSIM is digitally delivered to your iPhone\/Android after purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/buy-esim\/\" style=\"background-color:#4700babd\">Greece eSIM Plans<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-how-to-activate-vodafone-sim-e-sim-in-greece\">7. How to Activate Vodafone SIM\/eSIM in Greece?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting connected to Vodafone&#8217;s reliable network while exploring Greece is simple. Just follow these brief activation instructions for either a physical Vodafone Greece SIM card or digital eSIM plan purchased from the operator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-1-how-to-use-a-vodafone-sim-card-in-greece\">7.1. How to Use a Vodafone SIM Card in Greece?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You only need to follow these simple steps and everything will be ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>Insert the SIM card: Locate the SIM card slot on your device<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power on your device: Turn on your device and wait for it to recognize the SIM card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activate the SIM card: In most cases, the Vodafone Greece SIM card will be pre-activated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up APN settings if you can not use the eSIM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your services.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-2-how-to-activate-vodafone-e-sim\">7.2. How to Activate Vodafone eSIM?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started with an Vodafone Greece eSIM for is quite easy as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>Install the eSIM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activate the eSIM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up the eSIM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start using the eSIM: Once the eSIM is activated and set up, you can start using its services.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Please check your detailed instructions below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/iphone\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/iphone\/\">Activate eSIM on iPhone<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/samsung\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/samsung\/\">Activate eSIM on Samsung phones<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/google-pixel\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/greeceesim.com\/installation-guide\/google-pixel\/\">Activate eSIM on Google Pixel Phones<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-greece-vodafone-call-sms-rates\">8. Greece Vodafone Call &amp; SMS Rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepaid Vodafone Greece SIM cards and eSIMs come with bundled domestic and EU minutes and texts. Here are the rates without bundles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-14\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"3\"\n           data-rows=\"4\"\n           data-wpID=\"14\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:38.557213930348%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Destination                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:36.567164179104%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Call Rate                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:24.875621890547%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SMS Rate                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Domestic (Greece)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.28 per minute                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.27 per SMS                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        European Union and Zone A countries                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Unlimited minutes and SMS                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.072 per SMS                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        International (other countries)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $1.73 per minute                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $0.67 per SMS                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-14'>\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Zone A countries include Albania, Switzerland, North Macedonia, and Turkey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>All rates are in USD and include VAT.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call rates are charged per minute, with a minimum charge of 60 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SMS rates are charged per message.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roaming rates may apply when using your Vodafone Greece mobile phone outside of Greece.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-useful-ussd-codes-for-vodafone-sim-e-sim\">9. Useful USSD Codes for Vodafone SIM\/eSIM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To check your balance, make a free call to 1252, change language, then option 1 from the top menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There doesn&#8217;t seem to be an SMS or USSD option for checking Vodafone Greece balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-how-to-top-up-vodafone-sim-e-sim\">10. How to Top-up Vodafone SIM\/eSIM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s easy to recharge Vodafone SIMs and eSIMs in Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Recharge vouchers are available for \u20ac15, \u20ac20, and \u20ac30.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recharge vouchers can be obtained from kiosks, service stations, and supermarkets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also top up your account online with a credit card or PayPal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 12% tax applies to all recharge vouchers and online top-ups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-fa-qs-about-vodafone-in-greece\">11. FAQs about Vodafone in Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698396841211\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does Vodafone offer 5G in Greece?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Vodafone has begun rolling out 5G in a few Greek cities but coverage remains very limited. 4G LTE up to 300 Mbps is the fastest connectivity widely available from Vodafone Greece as of late 2022.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698396845068\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long is a Vodafone SIM card valid for tourists?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Vodafone tourist SIMs have a 7-day validity while regular prepaid plans are valid for 120-365 days. To keep the SIM alive, you need to recharge with credit\/data within the validity period.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698396851778\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does Vodafone SIM work in Crete and the islands?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, Vodafone has excellent coverage on Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, and other Greek islands. Both their 3G and 4G networks are available on the islands.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698396860090\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I roam with Vodafone SIM in other EU countries?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, Vodafone prepaid SIMs and eSIMs allow roaming across the EU at domestic Greek rates. No extra roaming charges within the EU.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-final-words\">12. Final Words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vodafone Greece provides excellent connectivity on the mainland and islands with wide 4G LTE and 3G coverage. Prepaid Vodafone Greece SIM cards start from $10 with great options for tourists. Keep in mind Vodafone has limited 5G coverage right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For ultimate convenience, the Vodafone eSIM allows dual SIM capabilities on your phone. Purchase online and digitally install the plan without a physical SIM. With free EU roaming, strong networks and easy top-ups, Vodafone has you covered for calling, texting, and mobile data during your Greek adventures!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning a trip to Greece? A local SIM card or eSIM is an essential you&#8217;ll need to stay connected. But tourists exploring this Mediterranean paradise can enjoy some of the best connectivity options offered by Vodafone Greece. 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