Buying a SIM card at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) can help you get online as soon as you land, but which option is right for your trip? This guide explains where to buy a SIM card at Arlanda, compares prepaid prices, and helps you decide whether a physical SIM or eSIM is right for your trip.
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Yes. You can look for prepaid SIM cards at Pressbyrån and 7-Eleven at Arlanda. Opening hours vary by location, and SIM availability is not guaranteed. If you want more options, you can also buy a SIM card in Stockholm or order one online.
Terminal 4 (gates C30 to C44) is now part of Terminal 5, although some shop listings still use the Terminal 4 name.
Pressbyrån and 7-Eleven are the two places to check for a SIM card at Arlanda. Comviq lists both chains among the shops that can register its prepaid cards with a passport or other foreign ID. Ask staff about availability before buying, as not every shop necessarily stocks SIM cards.
If you need internet access to register a SIM online or install an eSIM, Arlanda’s Wi-Fi is free for one hour, with two additional hours available after you confirm your email address.
Pressbyrån has four shops at Arlanda:
Opening hours may change, so check Swedavia’s shop listings before you travel.
7-Eleven has three shops at Arlanda, all open 24 hours:
These locations are useful if you arrive late at night. However, opening hours do not guarantee that SIM cards are in stock. Ask staff whether a Comviq starter card (kontantkort) is available.
Prepaid packages start at around 85 SEK for 4GB over 30 days. Prices and included calls, texts and EU roaming vary by operator and package.
Below are some noticeable plans for reference.
| Operator | Package (30 days) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Comviq (Tele2) | 3GB | 119 SEK |
| Comviq (Tele2) | 5GB | 159 SEK |
| Comviq (Tele2) | 10GB | 199 SEK |
| Lyca Mobile | 4GB | 85 SEK |
| Lyca Mobile | 10GB | 99 SEK |
| Lyca Mobile | 20GB | 149 SEK |
Note: Plans and exchange rates fluctuate.
Comviq: A practical option for airport pickup
Lyca Mobile: Lower-priced data packages
Sweden has four main mobile network operators: Telia, Tele2, Telenor and Tre. Comviq belongs to Tele2, Hallon belongs to Tre, and Lyca Mobile is a virtual operator that uses another company’s network. For more information, see our Telia Sweden SIM card guide and Telenor Sweden SIM card guide.
You need a valid ID to register a prepaid SIM card in Sweden, but you don’t need a Swedish personal number (personnummer). Registration has been mandatory since August 1, 2022.
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Where to register your SIM
| Provider | Registration method | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| Comviq | At supported Pressbyrån, 7-Eleven or Circle K locations, or online through Veriff using photo ID | Register your SIM before topping it up. Not every shop may offer the same service. |
| Telia | In a Telia store if you don’t have BankID | There is no Telia store at Arlanda. Check Telia’s store information for locations in Stockholm and Solna. |
An eSIM is a digital SIM profile installed on a compatible phone, so you do not need to buy or insert a physical SIM card. Gigago’s Sweden eSIM plans start at $2.00 for 500MB per day over one day. A plan with 1GB per day for three days costs $4.90, while 5GB for 30 days costs $10.
After purchase, you receive the eSIM by email, usually within 5 to 10 minutes. No ID registration is required. The QR code remains valid for 30 days after purchase, according to the product information.
Before installing the eSIM, check the activation instructions for your specific plan to understand when its validity period begins. Gigago recommends installing the eSIM about one day before your trip, but confirm the current instructions before installation to avoid losing usage days.
Note that this eSIM is data-only and does not come with a Swedish phone number. If you need a local number for traditional calls and SMS, check the features of a Swedish prepaid SIM before choosing your plan.
You can also buy a prepaid SIM in Stockholm from a mobile operator’s store or a convenience store that stocks SIM cards.
Telia has stores in Stockholm, including locations in the city centre and at Mall of Scandinavia in Solna. Check the operator’s store information for current addresses and opening hours.
Comviq prepaid cards can also be registered at supported Pressbyrån, 7-Eleven and Circle K locations. Availability varies by shop, so ask before buying.
The SIM card itself may be free, but the data package is not. Comviq lists its prepaid starter card at 0 SEK, and you then pay for a package, such as 5GB for 159 SEK. Availability and prices at airport shops may vary.
You can top up through your operator’s website or app, or buy a top-up voucher where available. With Comviq, you must register the prepaid card before topping it up. Check the operator’s instructions for supported payment methods.
Yes. All three 7-Eleven shops listed at Arlanda are open 24 hours. However, SIM card availability may vary. If you need guaranteed access to mobile data as soon as you land, consider installing a compatible travel eSIM before departure.
No. Comviq allows eligible visitors to register a prepaid SIM using a passport or other accepted foreign ID, either at a supported shop or online through Veriff. Telia also allows visitors without a Swedish personal number to register in a Telia store using valid ID.
It depends on the operator and package. Some prepaid plans include EU/EEA roaming data, subject to package limits and fair-use conditions. Check the specific allowance before traveling to another country rather than assuming your full Swedish data allowance will be available abroad.
Yes. A Swedish SIM card is not restricted to the airport or Stockholm. However, network coverage varies by operator and location, particularly in rural areas and indoors. Check the operator’s coverage map for the places you plan to visit.
If you need a Swedish phone number, a registered prepaid SIM is a practical option at Arlanda, provided a shop has one in stock. If you only need mobile data and your phone supports eSIM, a travel eSIM can help you avoid the airport shopping process.
Choose the option that matches your phone, data needs and travel plans, and check current prices, coverage and registration requirements before you leave.
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