By Quick overview of Bouygues SIM-only plans
Bouygues Telecom keeps things simple if you want a SIM-only plan in France. You can choose between classic Bouygues mobile plans or the cheaper B&You range, all without any long-term commitment when you do not take a phone with your plan.
With a Bouygues SIM-only offer, you get:
- →Unlimited calls and texts within France on most plans;
- →5G data from light usage to very large data bundles;
- →EU/EEA roaming on many plans, so your French SIM still works when you travel in Europe.
B&You SIM cards are Bouygues' low-cost, no-frills deals, ideal if you just want cheap data and flexibility without any contract. Classic Bouygues SIM-only plans add extras and premium options, but remain contract-free as long as you do not bundle a new phone, which is the only case where a 24‑month commitment applies.
Best Bouygues SIM Card offers in 2026 (SIM only)
Bouygues' classic SIM-only plans are a good fit if you want a French mobile plan with plenty of data and extras, but still no long‑term contract. You keep the benefits of a full Bouygues offer while staying free to leave whenever you need.
With these Bouygues SIM card offers, you typically get:
- ✓5G data from moderate (20 GB) to very large bundles (up to 300 GB);
- ✓Unlimited calls and texts in France, plus generous EU/DOM roaming on most plans;
- ✓Extra options on the biggest plans, such as data outside the EU and multi‑SIM for tablets or a second device.
Because they are SIM-only, there is no commitment: you can upgrade, downgrade or cancel your mobile plan whenever your situation in France changes. If you later decide you want a new handset, you can move to a Bouygues plan with phone, which is the only time a 24‑month contract applies.
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B&You Bouygues SIM Card: cheap, no‑contract mobile deals
B&You is Bouygues Telecom's low-cost SIM-only brand, perfect if you want a cheap French mobile plan with zero commitment. All B&You offers are contract-free, so you can switch provider / plan or cancel your plan at any time if your stay in France is temporary.
You'll find both very small and almost unlimited‑style data bundles:
- →Tiny data for light users (for example 100 MB, 20 GB or 50 GB);
- →Large 4G/5G data allowances up to around 300 GB for heavy streamers and remote workers.
Prices are usually among the most attractive on the Bouygues network, while still including unlimited calls and texts in France and a data allowance usable in Europe on many plans. The big difference compared with classic Bouygues plans is customer service: with B&You, everything is handled online via your account and the Bouygues app, not by phone or in-store advisors, which suits digital‑savvy expats who prefer managing their SIM card from their smartphone.
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B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go: watch every FIFA World Cup 2026 match
New from June 2026, Bouygues has launched a special-edition B&You plan: B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go 5G at €21.99/month. Unlike any other B&You offer, this plan includes a full beIN SPORTS subscription via the b.tv app — so you can watch live sport on your phone or tablet without a separate €15/month add-on.
Live every FIFA World Cup 2026™ match — beIN SPORTS included in your mobile plan
beIN SPORTS holds the rights to every 2026 FIFA World Cup™ match broadcast in France. With B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go, the subscription is included — stream every match live on the b.tv app, on up to 2 screens simultaneously.
Get this plan →First subscription to a B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go plan only · bouyguestelecom.fr
What's included with B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go 5G at €21.99/month:
- ✓170 Go 5G per month in France, with 60 Go usable in Europe and DOM;
- ✓Unlimited calls and texts in France;
- ✓beIN SPORTS included — stream live via the b.tv app on up to 2 screens simultaneously;
- ✓No commitment — cancel anytime.
The beIN SPORTS access is available exclusively via the b.tv app (Bouygues' streaming platform). Service is maintained as long as you keep this plan — it stops if you cancel or change offer. This plan is only available for a first subscription to a B&You beIN SPORTS 170 Go plan on bouyguestelecom.fr.
Bouygues SIM plans with a phone (24-month contract)
Bouygues' classic mobile plans can be taken either as SIM-only or bundled with a new smartphone. The offers are exactly the same in terms of data, calls, texts and roaming; the only real difference is the commitment and how you pay for the phone.
With these Bouygues SIM card + phone deals, you usually benefit from:
- →A wide choice of 5G smartphones at a reduced upfront price;
- →24‑month contract with unlimited calls and texts, plus generous data in France and abroad;
- →Extra smartphone advantages such as extended customer service and phone replacement options on some plans.
They are interesting if you prefer spreading the cost of a mid‑range or premium phone over time rather than paying everything in one go.
Smart Change is a new option available with selected 200 GB and 300 GB Bouygues plans and eligible phones. In practice, your handset is financed over 36 months via a partner, but you can swap to a new smartphone after about one year by returning the old one, making it attractive if you always want the latest model without paying the full price upfront.
Bouygues Prepaid SIM Card: My European eSIM for Travel in Europe
Bouygues Telecom no longer sells classic prepaid SIM cards in France, but still offers a dedicated My European eSIM range for travellers and tourists. These are fully prepaid digital SIMs designed for short stays in France and across Europe (45 countries), so you avoid high roaming fees while keeping things simple. Each My European eSIM plan includes a fixed data allowance from 15 GB to 120 GB) valid for a set number of days, plus unlimited calls and texts within Europe on most options and a French phone number.
You buy the eSIM online, receive a QR code by email and activate it on your phone when you arrive, which means no need to visit a shop or wait for a physical SIM card. With five different Bouygues Telecom tourist eSIM plans available, it is easy to pick the one that matches your European itinerary and data usage.
If you'd rather use an international travel eSIM provider (no French number needed), see our Holafly, Ubigi, Saily, and Airalo reviews.
Updated in april of 2026
If you choose a classic physical My European SIM instead of an eSIM, Bouygues Telecom also sends a small welcome pack with your card. Inside the box, you get a paper map of the Paris metro, a SIM ejector shaped like the Eiffel Tower and some fun stickers, which makes it a handy and fun souvenir kit for your trip as well as a practical way to get connected.
Is the Bouygues network any good? Coverage & speed
Yes: Bouygues Telecom ranks #1 for overall fixed and mobile network performance in France for the seventh consecutive year (nPerf, 2025), with 4G covering around 99% of the population and 5G reaching more than 19,000 cities.
This matters directly for a Bouygues or B&You SIM card, since both run on the same physical network:
- ✓4G population coverage of about 99%, so a French number stays usable even outside major cities;
- ✓5G available in 19,000+ cities, with a large share of sites on the faster 3.5 GHz band;
- ✓Consistently top-ranked urban 5G experience in independent ARCEP and nPerf barometers, useful if you live in or commute to a big city.
In practice, this means the same network quality applies whether you pick a classic Bouygues plan or a cheaper, no-contract B&You SIM: the coverage and speed are identical, only the price and extras differ.
How to activate your Bouygues SIM card?
Activate a new Bouygues SIM card or eSIM
To activate a new Bouygues SIM card or eSIM, you usually just insert or install it and let Bouygues do the rest: the line is activated automatically shortly after your order is processed or within a few hours after getting it in store. This is convenient if you have just arrived in France and want your French number to start working without extra steps.
Steps to activate your Bouygues SIM/eSIM:
Insert the SIM or scan the QR code
Insert the physical SIM into your phone, or scan the Bouygues eSIM QR code in your phone settings.
Restart your device
Restart your device and make sure mobile data is enabled.
Wait for automatic activation
Wait up to a few hours for automatic activation, then test by making a call or using mobile data.
If your line has still not activated after several hours, you can trigger manual activation from your online order tracking or customer area, then restart your phone once more. If nothing works after that, switch your phone off and on again before contacting Bouygues support.
Activate a Bouygues prepaid SIM card (My European SIM / eSIM)
To activate a Bouygues prepaid SIM or My European eSIM for travel, you mainly need to install the profile and start using data, calls or texts in Europe. There is no long contract: your plan runs for a fixed number of days from the moment the SIM becomes active.
Steps to activate your Bouygues prepaid SIM/eSIM:
Purchase your eSIM online
Purchase your My European SIM or eSIM online and check the confirmation email with your QR code and instructions.
Scan the QR code
On your phone, go to mobile/network settings and add a new SIM/eSIM, then scan the QR code.
Select it for mobile data
Wait for the eSIM profile to install, then select it as the line for mobile data when you arrive in Europe.
Turn data roaming on
Place a quick call or start browsing to trigger activation.
You can usually scan and install your Bouygues My European eSIM before travelling; it will only become active once you connect in Europe, so you do not lose any days of validity.
Bouygues SIM card FAQ
Is Bouygues Telecom good for expats? Read more Close
Yes, if you are comfortable managing your account mostly in French. Bouygues offers France's top-ranked mobile network (nPerf, 7 years running) and flexible no-contract B&You SIM cards, which suit expats who want strong coverage and no long-term commitment. Customer service is primarily in French, so expats who need English support are usually better served by an operator with a dedicated English line.
Can I switch to Bouygues from another provider and keep my number? Read more Close
Yes, if the number is already French. Get your RIO code by dialling 3179 from the phone you want to keep, then give that code to Bouygues when you subscribe: Bouygues handles the transfer and cancels your old plan for you. A foreign number cannot be transferred to a French operator.
Does Bouygues have English-speaking customer service? Read more Close
English-speaking customer service is limited. Bouygues does not provide a dedicated English phone line or online chat, and most communication channels operate primarily in French, though some advisors may be able to assist in English depending on availability.
What's the difference between B&You and classic Bouygues? Read more Close
B&You is Bouygues' low-cost, SIM-only brand: no contract, no extras, and everything managed online via your account and the Bouygues app. Classic Bouygues plans add premium options and phone bundles, but only require a 24-month commitment when you take a new smartphone with your plan; both run on the exact same Bouygues network.
How long does SIM activation take? Read more Close
A new Bouygues SIM card or eSIM is usually activated automatically within a few hours of your order being processed, or shortly after you get it in store. A My European eSIM for travel activates as soon as you install the profile and connect to a network in Europe.