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The best travel and short term SIM cards for UK users. Flexible 30-day plans with EU roaming and international calls, no commitment beyond the month you need.
For travel with international calls, Lebara's 30-day Unlimited Plus plan at £30 per month includes unlimited international minutes to 50 or more countries with no contract. For EU travel on a budget, giffgaff's 30-day plans from £10 per month on O2 include EU roaming with full flexibility to cancel any time.
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UK SIM or local SIM when travelling?
For most short trips of a week or two, keeping your UK SIM and making sure it includes EU roaming is the more convenient option. You keep your number, your contacts can reach you, and there is nothing to set up when you land. The plans on this page are all 30-day rolling, so you just activate one before you leave and cancel when you are back.
For longer stays abroad, or if you travel frequently to the same country, a local SIM often works out cheaper for data. The downside is losing your UK number while you use it. Some people use a dual SIM handset to avoid choosing between them.
EU roaming after Brexit
Since the UK left the EU, networks are no longer legally required to offer free EU roaming. Some still include it, others have reintroduced roaming charges. giffgaff on O2 still includes EU roaming on their standard 30-day plans, making them a solid choice for European travel. Always confirm roaming terms before you travel. See our international SIM page for a fuller guide on roaming and international calls.
Questions people ask
For international calls, Lebara's 30-day Unlimited Plus plan at £30 per month includes unlimited calls to 50 or more countries with no contract. For EU travel on a budget, giffgaff's 30-day plans from £10 on O2 include EU roaming with full flexibility to cancel any time.
Yes, but whether you are charged extra depends on your provider. Since Brexit, UK networks are no longer required to offer free EU roaming. Some still include it, others charge daily roaming fees. Always check your plan terms before travelling to avoid an unexpected bill.
For short trips, a UK SIM with EU roaming included is usually more convenient. You keep your number and there is nothing to set up on arrival. For longer stays or frequent trips to the same country, a local SIM often works out cheaper for data, though you lose your UK number while using it.
A temporary SIM is a short-term plan, usually 30 days, with no long-term commitment. You activate it when you need it and cancel when you do not. Useful for travel, as a backup SIM, or for testing a network before committing to a longer plan.
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