If youโve 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 donโt want to overpay.
If those are your priorities, you might want to consider Lycaโs prepaid SIMs. ๐
1. Youโll get network speeds faster than you can bike
Letโs 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, itโs a real headache.
Thankfully, Lyca operates on KPNโs network, giving you discounted access to one of the fastest and most reliable networks in the Netherlands.
With median speeds of 133.92 Mbps and 5G compatibility, youโre guaranteed a rock-solid connection whether youโre streaming, mobile gaming, or more.
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That means you can leave slow internet speeds and endless buffering where they belong โ in 2010. ๐
2. You can pay monthly โ and adjust your plan as you go
Flexibility is key when choosing a mobile data plan, and Lycaโs prepaid SIMs give you free rein with their monthly terminable subscriptions.
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And, if youโre looking for a handy way to stay on top of your SIM subscription, Lycaโs mobile app is convenient and user-friendly. You can check your credit balance and data availability and switch between plans โย the app even sends you reminders to renew your plan or top up your balance.
(Thatโs 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 youโll be staying in the Netherlands, you wonโt be stuck paying for a SIM plan youโre not using.
3. You can easily keep in touch with all your new friends
So youโve lived here for a few weeks, and youโre finally starting to make some friends โ congratulations! ๐ฅณ
If youโre dying to tell them about the cute cats that live down your street, youโll be thrilled to know that all of Lycaโs prepaid SIMs come with unlimited minutes and texts.
To make the process of getting a Dutch phone number faster and stress-free, Lyca also offers prepaid eSIMs and doesnโt require credit checks for any of its prepaid plans.
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In other words, you can start basically chatting ASAP!
4. Youโll access affordable plans that wonโt break the bank
Another thing youโve probably noticed about the Netherlands is that it can get pretty expensive here. ๐ฌ
Saving money is an absolute must, so itโs a good thing that Lycaโs prepaid SIMs make that super easy for you with plans starting at only โฌ10 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 donโt actually offer monthly unlimited data plans for their prepaid SIMs โ so, with Lyca, youโre getting a better deal for less money.๐ธ)
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 youโre keen on taking a jaunt down to the Belgian coast, Lycaโs roaming plans make sure you wonโt break the bank while Google Mapping your way around.
Even better: with a Dutch SIM card, the EUโs roam like at home policy ensures you donโt have to pay any additional fees while travelling through Europe.
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Although your provider can still set a data limit usage outside of the Netherlands as a part of the EUโs โfair 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 โฌ40 per month.
If your needs donโt 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. ๐ถ
Providing a fast network, all the flexibility your heart desires, and super affordable prices, Lycaโs 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!