If you’re visiting the Maltese islands and want to stay connected to the internet (and mobile telephony), don’t worry – it’s easy and straightforward.
Internet availability in Malta is widespread, with internet service providers offering multiple connectivity options, while both private and public sectors provide free internet access through several Wi-Fi hotspots.
So, whether you’re on a business trip with the need to send a quick email, or if you’re just on vacation and need to say hi to your loved ones back home, you can easily find a way to get online.
Last updated: March 2024
Compared to other European countries, Internet connectivity in Malta can be more expensive, even though coverage across the Maltese islands is of high quality and there are no download limits. In recent years, the Maltese government embarked on a drive to grow the IT sector, ensuring high standards of services throughout Malta and Gozo.
Access to the Internet is easy to get through wide Wi-Fi coverage, and fast (and relatively cheap) mobile 4G/5G connectivity.
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The Malta Communications Authority (MCA) currently manages a large network of free Wi-Fi spots across Malta and Gozo. Explore the map below to learn about all the towns and villages that offer free Wi-Fi.
You’ll notice that most public gardens in Malta and Gozo (like the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens in Valletta) have free and open Wi-Fi coverage.
Wireless Internet is also widely available throughout Malta and Gozo in many hotels, restaurants and coffee shops. In most places (like Costa Coffee outlets, or Cafe Jubilee chain) it would be polite to order a coffee or a snack and then you would be able to ask for the Wi-Fi password. In other places, you won’t even need a password as the connection is freely available.
Getting connected on your trip is a must nowadays and you’ll find that mobile phone networks are of a high standard in Malta. The service providers all have solid prepaid plans for Internet connectivity via mobile on 4G/5G networks.
Although all providers offer contracts, it’s good to know that prepaid options are also available, where you can buy a SIM card (or eSIM) at a low rate and top up with credit.
SIM cards and eSIMs can be purchased at the below mobile telephony providers’ shops, but can also be purchased online in advance. Travellers can find one of the major service providers in the Arrivals’ Hall at the airport.
You easily top up your credit using your credit card through the providers’ phone apps.
Getting connectivity on a short stay in Malta (7-10 days):
When buying a phyiscal SIM card, be sure to mention which device you will be using the card with as SIM cards come in different sizes.
Has your mobile phone stopped working? Or perhaps you lost your smartphone after a day at the beach? It’s easy to get a replacement phone in Malta, with mobile shops practically in every town.
Electronics shops all offer mobile phones from stock as do GO, EPIC and Melita outlets. You can find these shops in Valletta, Sliema, St. Julians, Birkirkara and in many other locations.
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Currently, the following Internet Service Providers (ISPs) offer connectivity in Malta and Gozo.
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My name is Mary Rose, we are travelling to Malta and need to get an eSim to add to our Samsung S23 ultra and Samsung S21 Ultra. does GO or Vodafone offer this?
Hi Mary-Rose, all three major providers GO, EPIC (ex-Vodafone) and Melita, offer eSIMs that are compatible with the phone models you mentioned. You can currently buy them online with GO and Melita through their apps, and with EPIC you can buy one on arrival at the airport (their outlet is located to the right of the baggage reclaim/customs exit and open Mon – Sun 09:00 – 21:00).
My name is Gregg Modell I live in the USA. I am looking to become a permanent resident in Malta through a retirement visa.
It would be very important for me to have telehealth meetings with doctors licensed in the EU that do not reside in Malta.
This would require adequate and reliable internet services that i could connect to other countries through an internet connection and my computer. Does Malta internet companies provide such services? Yours truly, Gregg Modell
Hi Gregg, yes, fixed internet connections are generally reliable, and you can get a mobile 4G/5G connection as a backup, which is fairly cheap and also reliable for video calls. I use both for work, I rarely need my backup connection and when I do it works perfectly without fail, even with people located in the US.