FAQs
Lycamobile entered the US market through a T-Mobile MVNO deal in 2012 and is now an established player in the space, according to analyst Jeff Moore with Wave7 Research.
Which carrier is lyca? ›
Lyca Mobile's underlying carrier T-Mobile® has upgraded and expanded its 4G LTE coverage in most areas.
How can I transfer my SIM to Lyca? ›
Please contact Customer Services on 322 (if calling from a Lyca Mobile number) or 0207 1320322 (if calling from any other number) with your new Lyca Mobile SIM and a PAC code from your previous network provider and we will port-in your number within 2 business days.
How do I buy LYCA bundles? ›
You can buy a bundle from your Lycamobile Pay As You Go credit by dialling the relevant shortcode on your phone or texting a relevant bundle code to 3535. You can find the latest Lycamobile bundle codes here. Which countries can I call using the international minutes?
Which network uses Lyca Mobile? ›
Which provider does Lyca Mobile use? Lyca Mobile now uses EE's network to deliver 4G coverage to 99% of the UK population and 5G in over 1,000 towns and cities.
Who is the owner of Lyca? ›
Subaskaran Allirajah (born 2 March 1972) is a British-Sri Lankan Tamil entrepreneur. He is the founder and chairman of Lycamobile, a telecommunications company and also its entertainment subsidiary called Lyca Productions, based in Chennai, India, and began the production with its first tamil film Kaththi (2014).
Who is lyca carrier? ›
Lyca Mobile is a British mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) operating in 23 countries. The chairman is Subaskaran Allirajah and the CEO is Richard Schafer. The company sells international pay-as-you-go SIMs.
Does Lyca have good service? ›
Its 4G network covers around 99% of the UK population, and offers good signal strength and data speeds. There's also great 5G connectivity in most major towns and cities, as well as plenty of smaller locations – this is thanks to EE's extensive 5G network, which is one of the most widely available in the UK.
Does Lyca Mobile have 5G? ›
Lyca Mobile offers 5G in over 150 towns and cities in the UK – on Android and iOS devices. See our coverage checker for an idea of 5G coverage in your area. Will I be charged extra? There are no additional charges for using 5G.
How long does a Lyca SIM last? ›
How long is a Lyca SIM valid for? Your Lyca SIM will work for as long as you need it to. While you'll sign up for a specific period of time (1 months, 3 months or 12 months) once that contract has expired you can still continue using the SIM on the existing terms.
I lost my SIM card and want the same number back. Is this possible? You can receive a new SIM card by ordering it online, or you can get a SIM card from any of our retail partners.
How to keep Lyca Mobile number active? ›
Normally, we will keep your number for 90 days if you do not use our service. However, you may also keep your Lyca Mobile number for up to 1 year without using our service. Just dial <*139*9999#> from your Lyca Mobile number and follow the instructions on the screen.
How to activate a Lyca SIM card? ›
Follow these steps to get started:
- Insert Your SIM Card: Carefully insert your new SIM card into your mobile phone, ensuring it's properly placed in the SIM card slot.
- Power On Your Device: Turn on your mobile phone. ...
- Activation SMS: Shortly after your phone recognizes the SIM card, you will receive an activation SMS.
How can I buy extra Internet on Lyca Mobile? ›
All you need to do is select the amount of extra data you need from our selection of Data Bolt Ons. Currently, you can add 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, or 10GB of mobile data to your existing plan. When you buy a Data Bolt On, the extra data will be immediately added to your existing allowance.
How to recharge Lyca sim? ›
1. Online: You can top up your Lyca Mobile number online through the official Lyca Mobile website.
- Visit the Lyca Mobile website.
- Click on "Quick Top Up" in Menu or Header of the website.
- Enter your Lyca Mobile prepay number and the required details.
- Make the payment, and your prepay number's credit will be topped up.
Is lyca the same as T-Mobile? ›
Lycamobile, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) has publicly criticized T-Mobile. Lycamobile is a London-based MVNO offering services in more than a dozen countries and serving over 16 million subscribers. Its US subsidiary offers mobile service over T-Mobile's network.
Who is ownership of Lycamobile? ›
Allirajah Subaskaran is the Founder and Chairman of the Lycatel and Lyca Mobile Group of companies. Subaskaran is a high-profile industry thought leader, a visionary, and entrepreneur with over 18 years entrepreneurial experience in the telecommunications industry.
Who bought Lycamobile? ›
“We have now succeeded in that mission, and the acquisition by Masmovil is an affirmation of our success and we are proud that Masmovil has retained the Lycamobile brand for the long term.
What carrier owns T-Mobile? ›
T-Mobile US Inc (T-Mobile), a subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG, is a provider of telecommunications services.