# Phone and Internet in Portugal (2026) > How to get a Portuguese SIM card, eSIM, or home internet plan in 2026. Compare MEO, NOS, Vodafone, DIGI, WOO, UZO, and Amigo. By Jules de Bruin · URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom Updated August 2026. Portugal has four mobile networks, MEO, NOS, Vodafone, and DIGI, plus low-cost digital brands WOO, UZO, and Amigo. The best value SIM with a Portuguese number starts at **EUR 5 per month** for **100 GB**. You do not need a Portuguese address for prepaid SIMs or eSIMs, but postpaid contracts and home internet usually require a NIF, address, and local IBAN. ## How Is the Portuguese Telecom Market Structured? The regulator is [ANACOM](https://www.anacom.pt) (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações). It publishes official coverage data and a tariff comparator. The consumer association DECO Proteste also runs independent price checks. **Four physical networks** operate in Portugal: - **MEO**: owned by Altice Portugal; wide fibre and 5G coverage. - **NOS**: strong in urban areas; large cinema and entertainment ecosystem. - **Vodafone**: leads in 5G station count according to ANACOM 2025 data. - **DIGI**: Romanian-owned challenger; lowest prices, own network still expanding. Low-cost digital brands resell the three incumbent networks: **WOO** on NOS, **UZO** on MEO, and **Amigo** on Vodafone. They typically cost half the incumbent price with no 24-month contract. ## Which SIM Card or eSIM Should You Choose? The right plan depends on whether you already have a Portuguese address and bank account. If you do not, start with a prepaid SIM or native eSIM from WOO, UZO, or DIGI. They offer 100 GB or more for EUR 5 per month, with no contract and no IBAN. [### Just arrived? 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All fixed internet plans normally require a Portuguese address and IBAN. ## Not Sure Which Plan Fits You? Use the quick picks below. For a personalised ranking, see the dedicated persona pages. Arriving this week Order a WOO or UZO native eSIM before you land, EUR 5 for 100 GB, real Portuguese number. Staying several months on a budget DIGI Móvel 150GB at EUR 5 per month has the lowest price per GB on a monthly plan. Want one bill for TV, internet, and mobiles DIGI's TV + Net + Mobile bundle starts at EUR 22 per month, far below incumbent bundle prices. ## Related Guides [### Best SIM cards in Portugal Top 7 mobile plans ranked for value, coverage, and ease of signup.](/telecom/sim)[### SIM card price research Full catalogue of every Portuguese mobile and eSIM plan we compared.](/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview)[### SIM cards for newcomers Plans that work before you have a Portuguese address or bank account.](/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals)[### SIM cards for students Low-cost, high-data plans and youth tariffs for under-35s.](/telecom/sim/best-for-students)[### MEO vs NOS Head-to-head comparison of Portugal's two largest providers.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[### MEO vs NOS vs Vodafone Three-way comparison of the incumbent mobile networks.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone)[### Telecom overview A complete guide to mobile, eSIM, home internet, regulation, and consumer rights.](/telecom/overview)[### How to choose a mobile plan Prepaid vs postpaid, contracts, coverage, and the best plans for every situation.](/telecom/mobile-plans)[### Prepaid vs postpaid Which contract model fits newcomers, students, and residents.](/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid)[### Best mobile network Coverage and speed ranking for MEO, NOS, Vodafone, and DIGI.](/telecom/best-mobile-network)[### SIM cards for students Low-cost plans, no contract, EU roaming, and student-budget picks.](/telecom/student-sim-cards)[### International calling SIM Best options for calling abroad from Portugal.](/telecom/international-calling-sim)[### eSIM in Portugal Native Portuguese eSIMs versus travel eSIMs.](/telecom/esim)[### Home internet Fibre, 4G/5G home, and satellite plans compared.](/telecom/home-internet)[### eSIM price research Market prices for native and travel eSIMs.](/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-overview)[### Internet price research Fibre, 4G/5G home, and satellite price comparison.](/telecom/home-internet/complete-market-and-price-overview)[### SIM finder Find the right SIM card for your situation.](/telecom/sim-finder)[### eSIM finder Find the right eSIM for your trip or stay.](/telecom/esim-finder)[### MEO vs Vodafone Rural coverage and fibre reach versus urban 5G speed.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone)[### NOS vs Vodafone City performance, bundles, and low-cost brands compared.](/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone)[### DIGI vs MEO Budget prices versus coverage and reliability.](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo)[### UZO vs WOO MEO's and NOS's low-cost digital brands head-to-head.](/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Do I need a Portuguese address to buy a SIM card? No. Many prepaid Portuguese SIM cards and eSIM plans, including WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Lycamobile, can be bought without a local address or Portuguese bank account. Postpaid contracts with MEO, NOS, and Vodafone usually require a Portuguese address, NIF, and IBAN. ### Which mobile network has the best coverage in Portugal? MEO and Vodafone typically lead nationwide coverage and 5G station counts, according to ANACOM data and independent 2025 reports. NOS is strong in cities. DIGI is expanding its own network but still has gaps in rural areas. ### Can I use an eSIM in Portugal? Yes. Native Portuguese eSIMs are sold by WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Lycamobile. Travel eSIMs from Airalo, Nomad, and others work too, but they usually give data only and no Portuguese phone number for bank OTPs. ### What is the cheapest mobile plan in Portugal? DIGI Móvel 50GB costs EUR 4 per month. The best value data plans with a Portuguese number are WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo at EUR 5 per month for 100 to 150 GB, all without a 24-month contract. ### Who regulates telecoms in Portugal? ANACOM (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações) is the national regulator. It publishes coverage maps, runs a tariff comparator, and handles consumer complaints alongside DECO Proteste. --- Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom Last updated: n/a Format: LLM-readable Markdown twin (.md) of the canonical HTML page.