While I was in Italy, I purchased a stick and sim card for prepaid internet access through Alice Mobile/TIM. Does anyone know who a reliable company is for Ireland to purchase the sim card for my stick?
Posted by
Tuscaloosa, AL
1152 posts
I'm afraid I have no personal experience with Irish cell carriers, but I do know that a data SIM from the U.K. will roam in Ireland for a reasonable rate. So if you pass through the U.K. on your way to Ireland, you can grab a prepaid SIM. I've used the U.K. branch of T-Mobile and it has worked for me. When roaming, you need to buy what T-Mobile calls a Euro booster. I am fairly confident that there are local cell companies in Ireland that will offer a decent rate for data usage. Your USB stick should work in Ireland assuming it is unlocked.
Posted by
Virginia, USA
5850 posts
You might try a place like Carphone Warehouse in Ireland. They sell prepaid plans for multiple carriers. I've used them in the UK and they usually can advise what the various options are.
Posted by
Ashton, Ontario, Canada
1 posts
I used Vodaphone for Internet access while in Northern Ireland. Not sure if they are also in the Republic. I was happy with the cost and the service.