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5 reasons why Lyca’s prepaid SIMs are perfect for internationals in the Netherlands

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If youโ€™ve recently moved to the Netherlands and are in the process of getting a Dutch phone number, you likely know how difficult it can get. 

You want to find a SIM plan that fits your new Dutch life, while having enough data to keep in touch with friends and family at home. Of course, you also donโ€™t want to overpay.

If those are your priorities, you might want to consider Lycaโ€™s prepaid SIMs. ๐Ÿ‘‡

1. Youโ€™ll get network speeds faster than you can bike

Letโ€™s face it โ€” no one wants a slow network. From minor inconveniences, like being unable to scroll TikTok on your lunch break, to major issues, such as being unable to access your mobile banking app, itโ€™s a real headache.

Thankfully, Lyca operates on KPNโ€™s network, giving you discounted access to one of the fastest and most reliable networks in the Netherlands.

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Slow internet? Nee, we don’t know her. ๐Ÿ˜‰ Image: Dreamstime

With median speeds of 133.92 Mbps and 5G compatibility, youโ€™re guaranteed a rock-solid connection whether youโ€™re streaming, mobile gaming, or more. 

READ MORE | Internet speed in the Netherlands: What you need to know

That means you can leave slow internet speeds and endless buffering where they belong โ€” in 2010. ๐Ÿ˜‰

2. You can pay monthly โ€” and adjust your plan as you go

Flexibility is key when choosing a mobile data plan, and Lycaโ€™s prepaid SIMs give you free rein with their monthly terminable subscriptions.

READ MORE | Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2025 guide

And, if youโ€™re looking for a handy way to stay on top of your SIM subscription, Lycaโ€™s mobile app is convenient and user-friendly. You can check your credit balance and data availability and switch between plans โ€”ย  the app even sends you reminders to renew your plan or top up your balance.

(Thatโ€™s one less thing for you to worry about, leaving your agenda free for more important things, such as planning coffee dates three weeks in advance like a true Dutchie! โ˜•)

Plus, for those uncertain how long youโ€™ll be staying in the Netherlands, you wonโ€™t be stuck paying for a SIM plan youโ€™re not using.

3. You can easily keep in touch with all your new friends

So youโ€™ve lived here for a few weeks, and youโ€™re finally starting to make some friends โ€” congratulations! ๐Ÿฅณ

If youโ€™re dying to tell them about the cute cats that live down your street, youโ€™ll be thrilled to know that all of Lycaโ€™s prepaid SIMs come with unlimited minutes and texts. 

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No need to worry about the length of your call. Image: Dreamstime

To make the process of getting a Dutch phone number faster and stress-free, Lyca also offers prepaid eSIMs and doesnโ€™t require credit checks for any of its prepaid plans.

READ MORE | eSIMs in the Netherlands: The ultimate 2025 guide + the best options

In other words, you can start basically chatting ASAP!

4. Youโ€™ll access affordable plans that wonโ€™t break the bank

Another thing youโ€™ve probably noticed about the Netherlands is that it can get pretty expensive here. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

Saving money is an absolute must, so itโ€™s a good thing that Lycaโ€™s prepaid SIMs make that super easy for you with plans starting at only โ‚ฌ10 per month.ย 

Looking for affordability and massive data packages? You can even get monthly unlimited data packages, which is a feature rarely found in prepaid SIMs.

READ MORE | Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

(In fact, most major Dutch providers donโ€™t actually offer monthly unlimited data plans for their prepaid SIMs โ€” so, with Lyca, youโ€™re getting a better deal for less money.๐Ÿ’ธ)

If you can commit to the lowlands, you can opt for a one-year prepaid plan that allows you to save an additional 20%. 

5. You can even stay connected while you travel

If youโ€™re keen on taking a jaunt down to the Belgian coast, Lycaโ€™s roaming plans make sure you wonโ€™t break the bank while Google Mapping your way around. 

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Go anywhere in the EU, stress-free. Image: Dreamstime

Even better: with a Dutch SIM card, the EUโ€™s roam like at home policy ensures you donโ€™t have to pay any additional fees while travelling through Europe.

READ MORE | Making international calls from the Netherlands: the best providers in 2025

Although your provider can still set a data limit usage outside of the Netherlands as a part of the EUโ€™s โ€œfair useโ€ policy, Lyca is very generous with its roaming cap. Their unlimited bundle, for example, offers a generous 51GB of data within the EU for only โ‚ฌ40 per month. 

If your needs donโ€™t necessarily require unlimited data, you can get an even more affordable deal. All Lyca prepaid SIMs include at least 10GB of roaming within the EU โ€” so go ahead and listen to all of your Spotify playlists when you travel. ๐ŸŽถ


Providing a fast network, all the flexibility your heart desires, and super affordable prices, Lycaโ€™s prepaid SIMs are the best tools for staying connected as an international in the Netherlands.

Would you give Lyca a try? Let us know in the comments!

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Lina Leskovec
Lina Leskovec
Lina moved from Slovenia to the Netherlands in 2021. Three years in Amsterdam got her a Bachelorโ€™s in Political Science and made her an advocate for biking in the rain. Her main expertise include getting the most out of her Museumkaart purchase and finding the best coffee spots in Amsterdam.

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