How to bring a cell phone from Lithuania. Baltic States: what SIM cards to buy for the Internet? Roaming services to save money
Telephone communication in Lithuania
The communication system is quite modern and rapidly developing. Calls to emergency services are free. To make a call within the country (including subscribers of the cellular network), you need to dial 8 - dial tone - area code (cellular network code) - subscriber number.
To call a country, dial 8 - dial tone - 10 - 370 - area code - number of the called subscriber. On public holidays, Saturdays, Sundays and weekdays from 22.00 to 06.00, a 30% discount is applied to all international calls.
Codes of some cities: Alytus - 35, Birštonas - 10, Varena - 60, Vilkaviskis - 42, Vilnius - 2 (plus a six-digit subscriber number), Visaginas - 66, Druskininkai - 33, Zarasai - 70, Ignalina - 29, Jonava - 19, Ionishkis - 96, Kaunas - 7, Klaipeda - 6, Kretinga - 58, Lazdijai - 68, Mazeikiai - 93, Marijampole - 43, Nida - 59, Pakruois - 91, Palanga - 36, Panevezys - 5, Pasvalis - 71, Plunge - 18; Sirvintos - 32, Elektrenai - 38, Jurbarkas - 48.
Roaming in Lithuania
Communication standards GSM 900/1800. Roaming is available from major Russian operators.
Lithuanian telecom operators - Bite GSM, Tele 2, Omnitel, Eurocom. All these operators offer prepaid tariffs (prepaid), which is very beneficial for tourists. Omnitel - Ezys tariff, Bitle GSM - Labas tariff, Tele 2 - Pylduk tariff.
Cards of all tariffs can be bought at Lietuvos Spauda newsstands, Maxima hypermarkets and supermarkets, gas stations, mobile phone shops. You can also replenish accounts through mobile phone shops, checks and payment cards (sold at all newsstands and at supermarket checkouts).
The validity period of a sim card, depending on the tariff, is 100 or 150 days from the moment of the last replenishment of the account, after which it can receive incoming calls and SMS for another 80-100 days.
Internet in Lithuania
Lithuania ranks first in the world in terms of Wi-Fi quality and speed. There are access points in almost all major shopping centers, hotels, cafes and restaurants, museums, as well as on the streets of large cities (in the most popular public places).
For example, in Vilnius, these are: the courtyard of the Teacher's House, the open-air restaurant "Cili kaimo", the Town Hall Square, K. Sirvydas Square, Moniuszko Square, Europe Square, the Recreation Area on the White Bridge. Wi Fi in the listed places is free, the access point is Cgates.
There is also paid Wi Fi Zebra - there are about 4,000 access points in all of Lithuania. Cost - from 0.87 euros per day. A map of access points in Vilnius can be obtained on the operator's website.
Internet
Several hotels and a couple of restaurants have Wi-Fi hotspots. According to some information, you can use them for free. GPRS roaming is available to subscribers of large Russian operators. Internet access is available in the National Library, and in Internet cafes, which can be found in major cities.Mobile operators in Lithuania
Lithuania occupies one of the first places in the EU in terms of the number of mobile phones per capita. Due to strong competition, the prices for calls for mobile communications in Lithuania are among the lowest in the EU.
Mobile communications in Lithuania are provided by three mobile operators: Omnitel, Bite GSM and Tele2. In addition to these three operators, there is also the so-called virtual mobile operator - Eurocom. Cards of all mobile operators can be bought in mobile communication shops, as well as in various retail outlets, newsstands, Lithuanian hypermarkets, and gas stations.
All operators provide the opportunity to connect without concluding contracts. Prices for subscribers using a permanent connection are very democratic. However, a large number of users prefer not to enter into an agreement with the operator, but to use prepaid services. And, of course, prepaid services are very convenient for visitors.
The most popular are three prepaid tariffs: Pildyk from Tele2, Labas from Bite and Extra from Omnitel.
Prepaid-tariff Pildyk from Tele2
The cost of the card is 4.50 Litas and is credited to the account. Since the last recharge, Pildyk users can make calls for 100 days and receive calls for 180 days.
After activating the card, the standard Pildyk tariffs are activated (activation takes place within 30 minutes from the moment of the first paid call to the special number 1520 (call cost 0.10 litas) or any other number known to you).
Pildyk standard rates:
Call duration is rounded to the nearest minute.
Additional services and plans can be ordered after 30 minutes from the moment of card activation.
Pildyk account can be replenished in the following ways:
With a multiple recharge ID card (such a card can be found in the Pildyk package. It is already linked to the SIM card, which is also in the package). If you need to top up your account, just give the card along with the money to the cashier at any point where you see the Pildyk ID sticker. The account can be topped up with an amount of at least 5 litas, with an accuracy of 1 cent, i.e. 5.01 lt., 5.02 lt. etc.
via the Internet (on the website for users of such Internet banks as Swedbank, SEB, Danske, Ūkio bankas, Snoras, DNB Nord or Nordea);
at ATMs of Swedbank and SEB banks (only for cardholders of the respective banks): you only need to enter the number to be topped up and select the denomination;
via SMS (to do this, the user must conclude an agreement with Swedbank on the use of Swedbank Internet banking services and activate the Mobile Banking service);
ask the user to replenish the account - a Tele2 subscriber;
using the Pildyk card and the Pildyk code, which can be purchased at Ttlt2 outlets, shops, gas stations and other places marked with the Pildyk sign. Available in denominations of 10, 20 and 50 litas. Having erased the protective layer from the card, you need to dial *110* on your phone, then the recharge card code, # and press the call button.
To check the account balance, dial *245# and press the call button (the service costs 0.15 Litas) or call 1526 (the cost of a call is 0.25 Litas).
Prepaid-tariff Labas from Bite:
The cost of the card is 5 litas and is credited to the account. From the moment of the last top-up for an amount less than 20 litas, Bite users can call within 2 months, when topping up an account for 20 or more litas - within 4 months. You can receive calls for another 3 months after the expiration of these terms.
Labas standard rates:
Labas account can be replenished in the following ways:
Labas cards or checks in denominations of 10, 20, 40 and 99 li, which are sold in kiosks, shopping centers, gas stations and Bite stores. Having erased the protective layer from the card, it is necessary to dial *110* on the phone, then the recharge card code, # and press the call button;
To check the account balance, dial *245# and press the call button (the cost of the service is 0.15 litas).
Prepaid tariff Omnitel Extra
The cost of the card is 5.49 litas, 5 litas is credited to the account. Since the last recharge, Omnitel Extra users can make calls for 100 days and receive calls for 200 days.
Omnitel Extra standard rates:
Omnitel Extra account can be topped up in the following ways:
In Omnitel salons;
using an Omni ID card. Such a card can be found in the Omnitel Extra package. It is already linked to the SIM card, also included in the package. If you need to top up your account, just give the card along with the money to the cashier at any point where you see the Omni ID sticker;
at ATMs of Swedbank and SEB banks (only for cardholders of the respective banks): you only need to enter the rechargeable number and select the denomination.
In order to check the account balance, call 1544 (the cost of a call is 0.30 Litas).
The mobile operator Eurocom, participating in a joint project with the Maxima supermarket chain, also offers its prepaid services.
Telemaxima prepaid tariff
The cost of the card is 2.49 litas, 2 litas is credited to the account. You can buy a card at any Maxima store. Since the last recharge, Telemaxima users can make calls for a month and receive calls for 2 months.
Standard Telemaxima tariffs:
Telemaxima account can be topped up in the following ways:
TeleMaxima checks in denominations of 5, 10, 20 and 50 litas, which are sold in any Maxima store. You can also replenish your account with free TeleMaxima checks (for 1 litas), which are given when buying in Maxima stores for 30 or more litas. However, when replenishing with free checks, the validity of the card is not extended.
In order to check your account balance, send a free message to the short number 1500, entering the symbol? (without quotes) or call the short number 1500 and press 2.
There are three mobile operators in Lithuania. Each of them provides prepaid services under a separate brand.
- Telia - prepaid brand: Extra and Ežys;
- Tele2 - prepad brand: Pildyk;
- Bitė - prepaid brand: Labas;
There is also a wireless Internet provider LRTC, which uses WiMAX and 4G/LTE technologies. It provides services under the Mezon brand.
Coating
As a rule, there is good 3G/4G coverage throughout Lithuania. you can see the current coverage (GSM, UMTS, LTE) of all Lithuanian telecom operators.
Additional Information
The three main operators sell their prepaid services under different names: Pildyk, Labas and Ežys. Tariffs, against the background of the EU, are quite affordable.
Prepaid SIM-cards can be bought in branded stores of respective operators, gas stations, supermarkets, cafes, kiosks, etc.
The purchase does not require a passport or registration in Lithuania.
Roaming in the EU
Lithuania is a member of the European Union, where since June 2017 new international roaming rules have been in force.
However, as is often the case, there are exceptions. All three operators are allowed to apply surcharges to domestic roaming rates in the EU.
Telia blocks data roaming on Extra and Ežys cards, while Labas and Pildyk issue combo packages for EU roaming. You can read more detailed information on each of the operators below.
Extra and Ezys (Telia)
Telia (formerly called TEO), owned by the Swedish-Finnish Telia Group, has the best 3G coverage. 4G/LTE covers almost 99% of the population. The operator offers two prepaid tariffs called Extra and Ežys (translated as hedgehog).
How much and where to buy a package
Extra and Ežys SIM cards are sold at prices ranging from 1.50 to 2.00 euros. You can buy them in Telia communication stores, Iki, Rimi, Maxima supermarkets, kiosks, cafes and other outlets. In the same place, as a rule, you can also purchase checks to replenish your account.
All Extra and Ežys SIM cards are issued in triple size. You can choose which one you will use: mini, micro or nano.
Extra and Ežys SIM are very similar but include different data packages. SIM card management is the same. Same coverage, app and payment methods.
Activation and validation
To activate the SIM card, you must dial 1544. Listen to the voice menu; press "9" to select English; then press "1" to activate the card and hear your phone number. Activation is free.
To check the balance, dial 1544, press "2" in the voice menu (€ 0.03 per request) and you will hear the balance of your number.
The SIM card is valid for 100 days after its first use. Then, for 250 days, it will only work on incoming calls and SMS messages. After 250 days, the SIM card will be blocked. To extend the action, you need to replenish your account. Each €1 top-up adds 30 days to the life of the SIM card.
Roaming
Roaming outside of Lithuania is disabled by default. To enable it, text +TRP to 1566 (cost €0.05). After that, you will be able to use the SIM card, but only for calls and sms.
Top up Ezys account
You can fund your account in various ways:
- With a recharge card: You can find a plastic card with a special barcode in every new Ezys pack. With such a card, you can make instant top-ups in supermarkets, kiosks and gas stations. If you want to top up your account, just give your top up card and the required amount of money (or your credit card) to the cashier. The cashier scans the barcode and your account will be replenished instantly. The minimum deposit amount is €1.
- top-up checks: you can buy a top-up check at kiosks, supermarkets, petrol stations and Telia stores. The check will contain all the information that will allow you to replenish the account with the required amount. This is usually done with a USSD request. Checks have an expiration date.
- by credit card online. Select "ĮKRAUK IŠ KORTELĖS" to fund your account online with a credit card.
Actual tariffs
No data roaming outside of Lithuania!
Pildyk (Tele2)
Tele2's 3G coverage is marginal, but worse than Telia's. 4G/LTE covers 95% of the population. Their prepaid brand is called Pildyk (translated as top-up).
How much and where to buy a sim card
A SIM card, which costs about 2 euros, can be bought in Tele2 stores and small shops throughout the country. Checking the ussd balance by request *245# costs 0.04 euros. The balance can also be checked using a smartphone application or on the Internet.
Pildyk prepaid package from Tele2 operator After topping up, Pildyk users can make outgoing calls for 100 days, incoming calls for 180 days. If the account balance is 0, then the SIM card will work for another 80 days, after which it will be permanently blocked.
Pildyk replenishment
To top up your account, you can purchase vouchers at Tele2 stores, kiosks, supermarkets, gas stations, etc.
You can top up your account from abroad on sites such as Ding or recharge.com. In this case, you will need a credit card or a Paypal account.
Roaming
You need to buy one of these two roaming packages:
- 10 minutes, 10 SMS, 50 MB within 24 hours; 1 euro; activation: EU1;
- 50 minutes, 50 SMS, 300 MB for 7 days; 4 euros; activation: EU7.
Activation code - 1556.
Actual tariffs
APN: internet.tele2.lt
Labas (Bite)
The coverage of 3G/4G Bite (translated as a bee) is inferior to Telia and Tele2, but is still at a high level. 4G/LTE is available to 97 percent of the population. Their prepaid brand is called Labas (translated as hello).
How much does it cost and where to buy a SIM card
You can buy a Labas SIM card in Bite stores, Rimi, Iki, Norma, Maxima stores, etc.
The package contains a SIM card of three sizes - there is no need to cut out the right one.
Roaming is enabled by default.
Replenishment of Labas account
You can buy top-up vouchers at kiosks, shops, and Bite brand stores. The minimum top-up amount is €2. The voucher contains two codes and instructions for entering them using a ussd request.
Mezon (LRTC, Telecentras)
The Lithuanian State Radio and Television Center (LRTC), also known as Telecentras, provides telecommunications services under the Mezon brand. It provides services in the 4G/LTE range, covering 70% of the population of Lithuania.
Currently, Mezon does not have prepaid rates.
Additional information: http://www.mezon.lt
How to call Lithuania
If you live in Belarus and you need to contact a resident of Lithuania, you need to know the code of Lithuania, the city where the subscriber lives and his personal phone number. In simplified form, the dialing rule looks like this:
Lithuanian code (370)—area code—subscriber number
In this case, it is necessary to take into account from which telephone device you are making a call. The rule for calling a Lithuanian subscriber from a mobile and landline phone is different, but the general dialing pattern is still traced: country-city-personal number.
How to call Lithuania from a landline
If you only have a landline phone at hand, then the sequence of actions when making an international call will be as follows:
- Lithuania code set - 370;
- Enter the city code, for example, Kaunas - 37;
- Finally, we enter the number of the Lithuanian subscriber.
When entering international and long-distance communications, you must wait for beeps, and then continue dialing.
How to call Lithuania from landline to mobile
The actions are similar when dialing to a city number, but instead of the city code, the code of the mobile operator is entered, and then the number of the subscriber himself:
- Access to the international line through the eight;
- Exit to the intercity line by pressing 10;
- Lithuania code set - 370;
- Enter the operator code;
- Enter the mobile number of the Lithuanian subscriber.
How to call Lithuania from mobile to mobile
Having a cell phone at hand, the procedure is greatly simplified. There is no need to go to special communication lines. It is enough to dial the subscriber's number in the format:
Lithuanian code (+370)—mobile operator code—subscriber number
In this case, do not forget to type + before the Lithuanian code. After dialing, a direct connection with the subscriber will occur.
The procedure for dialing from mobile to landline is practically no different. It is only necessary to replace the mobile operator code with the code of the city where the Lithuanian subscriber lives.
To call a specific city, use the directory of telephone codes of Lithuanian settlements.
Lithuanian mobile operator codes
| Mobile operator | The code |
| Bite | +370 630 |
| Bite | +370 631 |
| Bite | +370 633 |
| Bite | +370 634 |
| Bite | +370 635 |
| Bite | +370 636 |
| Bite | +370 637 |
| Bite | +370 638 |
| Bite | +370 639 |
| Bite | +370 640 |
| Bite | +370 641 |
| Bite | +370 642 |
| Bite | +370 643 |
| Bite | +370 644 |
| Bite | +370 650 |
| Bite | +370 651 |
| Bite | +370 652 |
| Bite | +370 653 |
| Bite | +370 654 |
| Bite | +370 655 |
| Bite | +370 656 |
| Bite | +370 658 |
| Bite | +370 681 |
| Bite | +370 685 |
| Bite | +370 689 |
| Bite | +370 699 |
| Eurocom | +370 649 |
| Eurocom | +370 659 |
| norfa | +370 632 |
| Omnitel | +370 610 |
| Omnitel | +370 611 |
| Omnitel | +370 612 |
| Omnitel | +370 613 |
| Omnitel | +370 614 |
| Omnitel | +370 615 |
| Omnitel | +370 616 |
| Omnitel | +370 617 |
| Omnitel | +370 618 |
| Omnitel | +370 619 |
| Omnitel | +370 620 |
| Omnitel | +370 621 |
| Omnitel | +370 622 |
| Omnitel | +370 623 |
| Omnitel | +370 624 |
| Omnitel | +370 625 |
| Omnitel | +370 626 |
| Omnitel | +370 627 |
| Omnitel | +370 628 |
| Omnitel | +370 629 |
| Omnitel | +370 680 |
| Omnitel | +370 682 |
| Omnitel | +370 686 |
| Omnitel | +370 687 |
| Omnitel | +370 688 |
| Omnitel | +370 692 |
| Omnitel | +370 693 |
| Omnitel | +370 695 |
| Omnitel | +370 696 |
| Omnitel | +370 698 |
| Tele2 | +370 600 |
| Tele2 | +370 601 |
| Tele2 | +370 602 |
| Tele2 | +370 603 |
| Tele2 | +370 604 |
| Tele2 | +370 605 |
| Tele2 | +370 606 |
| Tele2 | +370 607 |
| Tele2 | +370 608 |
| Tele2 | +370 609 |
| Tele2 | +370 645 |
| Tele2 | +370 646 |
| Tele2 | +370 647 |
| Tele2 | +370 648 |
| Tele2 | +370 670 |
| Tele2 | +370 671 |
| Tele2 | +370 672 |
| Tele2 | +370 673 |
| Tele2 | +370 674 |
| Tele2 | +370 675 |
| Tele2 | +370 676 |
| Tele2 | +370 677 |
| Tele2 | +370 678 |
| Tele2 | +370 679 |
| Tele2 | +370 683 |
| Tele2 | +370 684 |
| Telia | +370 657 |
The roaming service allows you to stay in touch without changing the operator abroad. Our article on Tele2 international roaming rates in Lithuania will help you find out about the cost of calls, SMS and Internet traffic. We will provide a list of the best services that allow you to save money.
Roaming services in Lithuania are available to all Tele2 subscribers and do not require additional connection. The phone automatically registers to a new network when it is turned on. If the smartphone is not registered automatically, select the network manually.
On the territory of Lithuania, services are provided by the operator TELE2. Network designation on the phone display: TELE2
How to correctly dial a subscriber's number in roaming:
- +(country code) (subscriber number);
- an example for Russia is + 7 (subscriber number).
Good to know! Free help desk number during the trip +7 951 520-06-11.
Cost of Tele2 calls in Lithuania
Billing incoming And outgoing calls without discount (price per minute):
- all incoming - 15.00 rubles;
- outgoing to all telephones in Russia - 15.00 rubles;
- outgoing to the numbers of the host country - 15.00 rubles;
- outgoing to numbers of the CIS and Europe - 15.00 rubles;
- outgoing to the numbers of countries in Africa, Asia, Australia - 35.00 rubles;
- outgoing to numbers of countries in South and North America - 65.00 rubles;
Important! Billing of calls starts from the 1st second of the conversation.
Tariffication of SMS and MMS messages without discount (price per message):
- incoming - 0.00 rubles;
- outgoing SMS - 6.00 rubles;
- outgoing MMS - 6.00 rubles;
The cost of Internet traffic in roaming (price per MB):
- 1 MB of Internet traffic - 25.00 rubles;
We remind you! Check balance in roaming *105#.
Advice! We recommend before your trip disable call forwarding by command ##002#, as using call forwarding will result in charges for forwarded calls at roaming rates. You can recharge your account in roaming in personal account or on the Tele2 website.
Roaming services to save money
There are two tele2 services available in Lithuania, with which it is possible to save:
- Unlimited internet abroad;
- Conversations without borders;
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