The best SIM and mobile plans in Malta
Malta’s mobile market is three networks — GO, Melita and Epic — plus travel eSIMs for short visits. The island is small and densely covered, so coverage barely differentiates them; price, roaming allowance and contract terms are what to compare. All three lean on heavy first-months promos, so the “true cost” column below (the average over the whole contract) is the number that matters.
Cheapest unlimited plans, live
| Plan | Roaming | First months | True cost/mo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epic Unlimited Basic | 50 GB | €8.49 ×12mo | €14.24 | View deal → |
| Melita Endless Value | 40 GB | €9.99 ×6mo | €14.49 | View deal → |
| GO Flex Mobile | 50 GB | €14.99 | €14.99 | View deal → |
| Melita Endless Xcelerate | 60 GB | €9.99 ×6mo | €17.49 | View deal → |
| GO Freedom | 25 GB | €19.99 | €19.99 | View deal → |
What to get, by situation
- ✓Living here (or staying 3+ months): a postpaid unlimited plan — promos make the first six months very cheap, and bundle discounts apply if your home internet is with the same provider.
- ✓A week or two's visit from outside the EU: a travel eSIM installed before you land (e.g. Airalo Malta packs from €4.50 one-off) — no shop visit, no paperwork.
- ✓Visiting from the EU: your home SIM roams at domestic rates under EU rules — check your plan's fair-use data cap before buying anything.
- ✓Students: the standard promos above are already aggressive; some providers also run youth offers in September — ask in store with proof of enrolment.
- ✓Heavy roamer based in Malta: compare the roaming-GB column above — allowances differ far more than prices do.
Compare everything
Every mobile plan in Malta, compared live — or see the head-to-heads: GO vs Melita, GO vs Epic, Melita vs Epic.
Frequently asked questions
Which mobile network is best in Malta?+
All three networks (GO, Melita, Epic) deliver solid 4G/5G coverage across Malta and Gozo — the island is small and densely covered. Choose on price, roaming allowance and contract terms rather than coverage.
Do I need a Maltese SIM as an EU visitor?+
Usually not: EU roam-like-at-home rules mean your home SIM works in Malta at domestic rates, within your plan's fair-use limits. A local SIM starts making sense for long stays, heavy data use, or if your home plan's roaming cap is tight.
What's the cheapest unlimited data plan in Malta?+
Promo pricing rotates, but unlimited-data postpaid plans currently start around €9.99/month for the first six months. This page's comparison recalculates from live pricing, so the current winner is always shown.
Can I get a Maltese eSIM before I arrive?+
Travel eSIM providers like Airalo sell Malta data packs you can install before you fly — handy for short trips. For stays beyond a few weeks, a local plan is dramatically cheaper per GB.
Can I keep my number when switching networks in Malta?+
Yes — number portability is free and regulated by the MCA. The new provider handles the transfer, typically within one working day.