{"id":4970,"date":"2026-10-22T09:20:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T09:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/?p=4970"},"modified":"2026-10-22T09:21:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T09:21:11","slug":"azores-esim-internet-roaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-esim-internet-roaming\/","title":{"rendered":"Azores eSIM: mobile internet, roaming and Holafly"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style data-va-holafly-style=\"1\">.va-hf-guide{--navy:#083652;--teal:#047a92;--ink:#17394d;--muted:#536c7a;color:var(--ink);font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,\"Segoe UI\",sans-serif;font-size:17px;line-height:1.75;max-width:1160px;margin:auto}\n.va-hf-guide *,.va-hf-card *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.va-hf-guide p{margin:0 0 19px}.va-hf-guide a,.va-hf-card a{color:#006c83;text-underline-offset:4px}\n.va-hf-guide h2{font-size:clamp(25px,2.4vw,31px);line-height:1.28;color:#083652;letter-spacing:-.02em;margin:48px 0 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.va-ux-toc{display:none!important}\n.va-hf-guide .va-mobile-toc summary::after{display:none!important}\n@media(max-width:650px){.va-hf-guide{font-size:16px}.va-hf-guide .va-lead{font-size:17px}.va-hf-guide .va-hf-quick{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:9px}.va-hf-guide .va-hf-quick>div{padding:15px}.va-hf-guide .toc ol{columns:1}.va-hf-guide .va-photo img{aspect-ratio:1.5}.va-hf-guide .va-hf-banner-layout{grid-template-columns:1fr}.va-hf-guide .va-hf-banner{max-width:240px;margin:auto}.va-hf-guide .va-related ul{grid-template-columns:1fr}body .va-hf-card{padding:20px}body .va-hf-card a.va-hf-button{width:100%}.va-hf-card .va-hf-actions{align-items:stretch;flex-direction:column}.va-hf-guide h2{margin-top:37px}}\n<\/style><article class=\"va-seo-article va-hf-guide\" lang=\"en\" id=\"va-holafly-en\"><header class=\"va-intro\"><p class=\"va-kicker\">PLAN YOUR TRIP \u00b7 CONNECTIVITY<\/p><p class=\"va-reading\">Practical guide \u00b7 Reviewed 22 October 2026<\/p><\/header><figure class=\"va-photo va-hero\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-portas-da-cidade-presupuesto-azores.webp\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1107\" alt=\"Portas da Cidade and church tower in Ponta Delgada, S\u00e3o Miguel\" title=\"Portas da Cidade and church tower in Ponta Delgada, S\u00e3o Miguel\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Prepare your data connection, bookings and maps before starting your Azores itinerary.<\/figcaption><\/figure><div class=\"va-lead\"><p><strong>An Azores eSIM can help you arrange mobile data before you land.<\/strong> It is worth considering if Portugal is not included in your home plan and you want maps, booking details and messages while away from your accommodation. If your existing roaming allowance already covers the trip, you may not need another plan.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This guide explains how to assess Holafly for your itinerary, check your phone, prepare your connection and review the NEXUS discount before paying. Your residence, mobile operator and chosen product all matter. A travel eSIM should solve a specific problem rather than become another purchase on an already long checklist.<\/p>\n<div class=\"va-hf-quick\"><div><strong>Check your home plan<\/strong><span>Look up Portugal, the included allowance and the cost of extra data.<\/span><\/div><div><strong>Check your phone<\/strong><span>Confirm the exact model supports eSIM and is unlocked.<\/span><\/div><div><strong>Match your itinerary<\/strong><span>Count days, devices and destinations, then compare the final total.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<details class=\"va-mobile-toc\"><summary>In this guide<\/summary><nav class=\"toc\" aria-label=\"In this guide\"><ol><li><a href=\"#need-esim\">Do you need an eSIM for the Azores?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#roaming-portugal\">Azores roaming: EU, UK and overseas mobile plans<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#holafly-azores\">What to check in the Holafly Azores plan<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#azores-portugal-europe\">Azores, Portugal or Europe eSIM: which product fits?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#compatibility\">Check eSIM compatibility and carrier unlocking<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#installation\">Installing the eSIM and activating data on arrival<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#whatsapp-calls\">WhatsApp, ordinary calls and text messages<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#hotspot\">Hotspot sharing and remote work in the Azores<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#price-discount\">Holafly pricing and checking the NEXUS discount<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#offline-planning\">Maps, driving and walks: prepare offline information too<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#troubleshooting\">What to do if the eSIM does not connect<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions about Azores eSIMs<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav><\/details>\n<h2 id=\"need-esim\">Do you need an eSIM for the Azores?<\/h2>\n<p>Start with how you expect to use your phone. A holiday with a rental car might involve navigation, messages and occasional searches. Remote work introduces different needs: video meetings, a laptop connection and file transfers. The best choice for those two trips may be quite different.<\/p>\n<p>A separate travel plan can be useful when you want to organise data in advance and set a clear budget for the stay. That does not automatically make it cheaper than your own operator. Compare the service you will actually use, for the same number of days and devices.<\/p>\n<h3>If your existing plan includes Portugal<\/h3>\n<p>Open your operator\u2019s app and look up the allowance for Portugal. Check whether it is enough for the whole trip and what happens if you use it up. Save the relevant information so you can refer to it later. If your allowance is sufficient, an additional plan may offer little practical benefit.<\/p>\n<h3>If Portugal costs extra<\/h3>\n<p>Compare the complete roaming bill you would expect with a travel eSIM. A daily roaming fee, a fixed allowance and a package for the full stay are different pricing models. Include arrival and departure days rather than assuming that the number of hotel nights matches the number of days you need data.<\/p>\n<h3>If you are travelling with other people<\/h3>\n<p>Decide who needs an independent connection. Sharing one phone can work while everyone stays together, but it becomes less useful when one person takes the car and another remains at the accommodation. Plan around the way your group will travel rather than dividing the cheapest advertised price by the number of people.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"roaming-portugal\">Azores roaming: EU, UK and overseas mobile plans<\/h2>\n<p>The Azores are part of Portugal. For occasional travel with an eligible EU or EEA mobile plan, European roaming rules generally allow domestic-plan conditions to apply. <strong>Fair-use limits can still apply<\/strong>, particularly to unlimited or low-cost data plans. Check your actual Portugal allowance rather than assuming it matches the one you use at home. <a href=\"https:\/\/digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu\/en\/faqs\/roaming-questions-answers\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">European Commission roaming guidance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If your line comes from the UK, the United States, Canada or another market, check that operator\u2019s policy. Your nationality and the language on your phone do not tell you which countries are included in your contract. Your provider, plan and destination list are the relevant details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"va-hf-note\"><p><strong>If Portugal is already included in your mobile plan, compare before buying.<\/strong> A second eSIM may be unnecessary. Check your available data, fair-use allowance and home network&#8217;s conditions for your travel dates.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On boats and aircraft, non-terrestrial networks are treated differently from ordinary terrestrial EU roaming. If you do not need mobile service during a crossing, airplane mode prevents the phone from searching for a mobile network. Check any paid onboard Wi-Fi offer separately. <a href=\"https:\/\/digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu\/en\/faqs\/roaming-questions-answers\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Guidance on non-terrestrial networks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"holafly-azores\">What to check in the Holafly Azores plan<\/h2>\n<p>The product page lists unlimited on-device data, MEO, NOS and Vodafone Portugal networks, and up to <strong>1 GB a day for tethering<\/strong>. It is a data plan rather than a conventional calls-and-SMS service. Network availability and fair-use policies can affect performance; remote areas and sea crossings may have limited reception. <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/esim-azores-city\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Holafly product specifications<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Keep three questions separate: can you use data on the phone, how much can you share with other devices, and will the connection meet your needs at a particular location? A positive answer to one does not settle the other two.<\/p>\n<p>Before setting out, save the details of booked activities and the accommodation you are returning to. Use our <a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-miguel-gps-map\/\">S\u00e3o Miguel GPS map<\/a> to organise your stops. Mobile internet helps with changes along the way, while downloaded information keeps the important parts of the plan available if reception drops.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"va-hf-card\" data-va-holafly=\"1\" lang=\"en\" aria-label=\"Arrange your connection for the Azores\"><p class=\"va-hf-kicker\">HOLAFLY \u00b7 Affiliate link<\/p><p class=\"va-hf-title\">Arrange your connection for the Azores<\/p><p>Compare Holafly with the data already included in your mobile plan. Check residence eligibility, compatibility, duration and sharing allowances before choosing.<\/p><p><strong>Discount code NEXUS: save 5% on eligible Holafly eSIM purchases.<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"va-hf-actions\"><a class=\"va-hf-button\" href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/c\/7953221\/2006335\/24764?u=https%3A%2F%2Fesim.holafly.com%2Fesim-azores-city%2F&amp;subId1=visitarazores&amp;subId2=landingen&amp;subId3=azores\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">View Holafly eSIM options<\/a><a class=\"va-hf-more\" href=\"#price-discount\">How to check the NEXUS code<\/a><\/div><\/aside>\n<h2 id=\"azores-portugal-europe\">Azores, Portugal or Europe eSIM: which product fits?<\/h2>\n<p>Do not choose on the product name alone. Read the actual destination list for the package you intend to buy. If the trip includes Lisbon and S\u00e3o Miguel, check both. If you continue to Spain or another country afterwards, include that part of the itinerary and any stopover where you need mobile data.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Choosing a plan for your itinerary\" tabindex=\"0\"><table><thead><tr><th>Your trip<\/th><th>Check before buying<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>One Azores island<\/td><td>Destination coverage, duration and the phone receiving the plan.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Several islands<\/td><td>The whole route and validity through travel days.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Azores and mainland Portugal<\/td><td>Explicit inclusion of both in the product.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Azores and other countries<\/td><td>The complete country list, activation rules and validity.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\n<p>A regional package is not necessarily the better purchase just because it lists more places. You may never use the extra destinations, and its other conditions may differ. Compare duration, device count and sharing allowances alongside the coverage list.<\/p>\n<p>For an island-hopping holiday, settle the travel calendar before choosing your data plan. Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-travel-between-azores-islands\/\">travelling between the Azores islands<\/a> helps you put flights, ferries and overnight stays into a practical order. Then match your connection to the trip, including the days spent moving between bases.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"compatibility\">Check eSIM compatibility and carrier unlocking<\/h2>\n<p>Two checks matter: whether the <strong>exact phone model supports eSIM<\/strong> and whether it accepts service from another operator. Regional versions of a phone can differ. A recent purchase or a familiar model name does not answer both questions. <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/faq\/compatibility\/phones-compatible-holafly-esims\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Official compatibility guidance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Find the model details in your phone settings and compare them with the provider\u2019s compatibility information. If carrier locking is unclear, contact your home operator before buying. Another traveller\u2019s experience with a similar-looking phone is not a substitute for checking your own device.<\/p>\n<p>Check the phone that will actually travel with you. Purchasing on a computer or somebody else\u2019s phone does not change the requirements for the destination device. For a group, make a simple note of which order belongs to which traveller before anyone begins installation.<\/p>\n<p>It is also worth dealing with software updates ahead of the trip and familiarising yourself with the mobile-line settings. You do not need to become a technical expert; the aim is to recognise your home line and your travel line when you reach the airport.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"installation\">Installing the eSIM and activating data on arrival<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Installation and activation are different steps.<\/strong> Installation adds the profile to the phone; activation allows it to connect and may start the plan\u2019s validity. Follow the instructions supplied with your exact purchase, especially for a multi-country plan. <a href=\"https:\/\/help.holafly.com\/en\/articles\/14061681-how-to-activate-your-esim-on-iphone\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Official activation guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol><li><strong>Use a reliable connection for installation.<\/strong> Prepare the profile before departure when possible, using the method described in the order.<\/li><li><strong>Give the lines clear names.<\/strong> Labels such as \u201cHome\u201d and \u201cAzores travel\u201d make the later checks easier.<\/li><li><strong>Read the activation instructions.<\/strong> Avoid starting a plan early if doing so begins its validity.<\/li><li><strong>Select the intended data line at your destination.<\/strong> Check the roaming setting required by the provider.<\/li><li><strong>Test the result.<\/strong> Turn off Wi-Fi briefly and open a webpage to confirm that mobile data is working.<\/li><\/ol>\n<p>Menu names vary between iPhone, Android brands and operating-system versions. If a step does not match your screen, find the instructions for your model rather than changing unrelated settings. Keep the installation email accessible, but do not share its codes publicly.<\/p>\n<p>Before leaving the airport, check the accommodation location and rental-car meeting point. If mobile data is not working, use available Wi-Fi to consult the guide or support service while you still have an easy way to get online. It is a useful moment to resolve a configuration issue before the first drive.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"whatsapp-calls\">WhatsApp, ordinary calls and text messages<\/h2>\n<p>Holafly says you can keep your usual WhatsApp number. That does not add conventional voice calls to a data-only plan. If you need to phone a business that does not use messaging apps, plan another way to make that call. <a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/esim-azores-city\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Included services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Decide which line will handle mobile data and how you will receive any verification texts you need. Ask your home operator about the costs of leaving its line enabled, including calls and related services. A separate data plan cannot control the billing rules of your other provider.<\/p>\n<p>If the phone can automatically switch between lines for data, review that setting. You should know which line it may use if the preferred one loses service. This is particularly useful when one line has an international allowance and the other does not.<\/p>\n<p>If you do not need your home number during the trip, consider disabling that line in the settings. Remember that you will then stop receiving its communications. Make the choice around your actual requirements, such as booking confirmations or account verification, rather than following a generic setup without checking the consequences.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"hotspot\">Hotspot sharing and remote work in the Azores<\/h2>\n<p>Think about what a connected laptop does in the background: photo synchronisation, backups, software updates and document downloads. These can use data even when you are not actively browsing. Schedule large transfers for a suitable connection and review the computer\u2019s data-saving options.<\/p>\n<p>A hotspot allowance is separate from the data available on the phone itself. For a working day, the word \u201cunlimited\u201d at the top of an offer is not enough information. Make a list of the applications you need and consider how they will behave when connected through a phone.<\/p>\n<p>Occasionally sharing a location with a partner is different from supporting two people\u2019s full working day. If you intend to separate for activities, independent connections may also be more practical. Include every device that needs service when comparing the complete cost.<\/p>\n<p>For essential work, ask your accommodation for specific information about its connection and prepare an alternative. A general coverage map cannot certify the speed inside a particular room. Avoid scheduling important calls while travelling between islands, and keep useful documents available locally.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"price-discount\">Holafly pricing and checking the NEXUS discount<\/h2>\n<p>Compare the <strong>final price for your chosen duration and number of eSIMs<\/strong>. Select the currency and confirm the destination before proceeding to payment. Do not estimate a week simply by multiplying an advertised one-day figure; the package structure may be different.<\/p>\n<p>Add connectivity as a separate item in your <a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-trip-cost-budget\/\">Azores travel budget<\/a>. Include any costs you keep with your home operator, and avoid counting two services as necessities when both solve the same problem.<\/p>\n<h3>Applying NEXUS before payment<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Discount code NEXUS: save 5% on eligible Holafly eSIM purchases.<\/strong> We verified the reduction in the pre-payment order summary on 22 October 2026 without making a purchase. Always check your own total: eligibility may depend on the chosen product and any other promotion already applied.<\/p>\n<ol><li>Choose the destination, duration and number of devices.<\/li><li>Open the order summary and find the discount field.<\/li><li>Enter <strong>NEXUS<\/strong> and apply it.<\/li><li>Check the reduction, currency and revised total.<\/li><li>Pay only when the product and final price match your requirements.<\/li><\/ol>\n<p>If the code is rejected, check for accidental spaces and confirm that the selected product is the one you intended to buy. Do not assume it combines with another promotion. If the expected reduction is missing, ask the provider before completing the purchase.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"va-hf-card va-hf-banner-layout\"><div><p class=\"va-hf-kicker\">HOLAFLY \u00b7 Affiliate link<\/p><p class=\"va-hf-title\">Continuing your trip through other European countries?<\/p><p>The official banner links to the Europe plan. Check its destination list and compare it with the Azores eSIM if your itinerary covers several countries.<\/p><p><strong>Discount code NEXUS: save 5% on eligible Holafly eSIM purchases.<\/strong><\/p><\/div><a class=\"va-hf-banner\" href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/c\/7953221\/2233858\/24764?subId1=visitarazores&amp;subId2=landingen&amp;subId3=banner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/holafly-europe-esim-banner-en-300x250-1.jpeg\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Official Holafly banner: Europe eSIM\"><\/a><\/aside>\n<h2 id=\"offline-planning\">Maps, driving and walks: prepare offline information too<\/h2>\n<p>Good preparation combines mobile access with information you can open without it. Download the relevant map and save your accommodation addresses. For each day, identify the main stops and the place you are returning to. That keeps the basic itinerary usable even if it takes a while to regain reception.<\/p>\n<p>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-azores\/\">renting a car in the Azores<\/a>, save the collection and return instructions along with the rental company\u2019s contact details. Set up navigation while parked. During the drive, let a passenger handle changes or wait until you can stop appropriately.<\/p>\n<p>For a walk, prepare route information and check its status before departure. A phone connection does not replace route planning, orientation or battery power. Bring a power bank for long days and protect the device from rain. Keep the day\u2019s plan realistic rather than relying on a last-minute online solution.<\/p>\n<p>For a <a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-in-7-days-itinerary\/\">seven-day Azores itinerary<\/a>, spend a few minutes each evening preparing the following day. Download tickets, check meeting arrangements and save locations then, rather than trying to organise everything as you leave in the morning.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"troubleshooting\">What to do if the eSIM does not connect<\/h2>\n<p>First check where you are, which line is selected for mobile data and whether the package is still valid. Then review the activation and roaming instructions for the product. Changing several unrelated settings at once makes it harder to identify what actually solves the problem.<\/p>\n<p>Holafly\u2019s iPhone activation guide suggests restarting the phone if it fails to register and warns against <strong>deleting the eSIM<\/strong> as a troubleshooting step. Use the instructions for your device and the specific error shown. <a href=\"https:\/\/help.holafly.com\/en\/articles\/14061681-how-to-activate-your-esim-on-iphone\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Activation help<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Before contacting support, note the phone model, destination, error message and the steps already tried. Send order information only through the official support channel. If you attach screenshots, remove unnecessary personal details and installation codes.<\/p>\n<p>If the issue occurs in an isolated location, check the connection again when you reach a populated area. Available Wi-Fi can help you retrieve bookings and contact support. Keeping essential information downloaded reduces the pressure to solve a technical problem immediately.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions about Azores eSIMs<\/h2>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>Do I need to buy an eSIM for a holiday?<\/summary><div><p>Not necessarily. Check your existing Portugal allowance first. A separate plan is useful when it solves a specific need and its eligibility conditions fit your circumstances.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>What should I compare for a two-island trip?<\/summary><div><p>Coverage across the whole itinerary, validity and device count. Include travel days and save your flight or ferry details offline.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>Can one purchase cover the whole family?<\/summary><div><p>Decide how many phones need independent service. Sharing a connection is different from installing the same eSIM on several devices; check the product conditions before planning around that.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>How can I tell whether NEXUS worked?<\/summary><div><p>The order summary should show the reduction and revised total before payment. If the price has not changed, do not assume the discount was applied.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>What should I prepare for my first day on S\u00e3o Miguel?<\/summary><div><p>Save the accommodation address, car collection point, bookings and a downloaded map. Keep enough battery power and test mobile data before starting your route.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq\"><summary>Is this a coverage test across all nine islands?<\/summary><div><p>No. This is a planning guide based on provider information and practical travel preparation. It is not a speed measurement or a field test on every road and trail.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<section class=\"va-related\"><h2>Keep planning your trip<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-miguel-gps-map\/\">S\u00e3o Miguel GPS map<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-azores\/\">Car rental in the Azores<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-in-7-days-itinerary\/\">Seven days in the Azores<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-travel-between-azores-islands\/\">Travelling between islands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/section><footer class=\"va-footer\"><h2>Sources, credits and disclosure<\/h2><p>This article contains affiliate links. Visitar Azores may receive a commission when you purchase through them. The information is not an on-location coverage test. Check the provider\u2019s final price and conditions before buying.<\/p><p>Practical guide \u00b7 Reviewed 22 October 2026.<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/esim-azores-city\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Holafly: Azores<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/esim.holafly.com\/faq\/compatibility\/phones-compatible-holafly-esims\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Holafly: compatibility<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/help.holafly.com\/en\/articles\/14061681-how-to-activate-your-esim-on-iphone\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Holafly: activation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu\/en\/faqs\/roaming-questions-answers\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">European Commission: roaming<\/a><\/li><\/ul><p>Photography: Diego Delso, Portas da Cidade, Ponta Delgada. Image from the Visitar Azores media library, resized to WebP; the visible crop adapts to the screen. 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