France
This page covers the connectivity picture for France: the mobile networks in use, the cities most travellers visit, and airport coverage. For plan-by-plan pricing, see the best eSIM for France comparison.
Mobile networks in France
| Network | Technologies listed |
|---|---|
| Orange France | 4G, 5G |
| SFR | 4G, 5G |
| Bouygues Telecom | 4G, 5G |
| Free Mobile | 4G, 5G |
Major cities and areas
- Paris
- Lyon
- Marseille
- Nice
- Bordeaux
- Toulouse
- Strasbourg
Airport connectivity
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris
- Orly Airport (ORY), Paris
- Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Travel notes
- France has extensive 4G and expanding 5G coverage.
- Rural areas and the Alps can be slower than the big cities.
- Overseas territories are not covered by mainland European plans.
Providers with France plans
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Travel eSIM guides
- SetupHow to Install an eSIMA step-by-step walkthrough of installing a travel eSIM by QR code or manually, plus how to switch it on when you arrive.
- DevicesHow to Use an eSIM on iPhoneHow eSIM works on iPhone, which models support it, and how to add, label and manage travel eSIMs in Settings.
- DevicesHow to Use an eSIM on AndroidA device-agnostic Android eSIM guide covering compatibility checks, QR installation and dual-SIM data settings.