As the prices of groceries, fuel, and even online streaming are increasing, you are getting the same message every month: your mobile phone bill is going up again. The only things you need from your phone are good 4G/5G coverage, sufficient data, and the ability to contact your loved ones without worrying. When everything else is getting more expensive, your mobile bill doesn’t have to. It shouldn't cost "big operator" prices to check WhatsApp, assist your children with their homework research, or make a Sunday phone call to your family.
Understanding this, Lyca Mobile has designed plans for residents and families looking for a low-cost, straightforward, no-contract mobile plan in France that includes 5G and is powered by the dependable Bouygues network, starting at €4.99.
Why These Plans Are Anti-Inflation Shield
- Use the trusted Bouygues network for strong coverage and reliability.
- Without engagement on every plan, you can stop or change whenever you want.
- 5G is included even on key low-price options, so you don’t sacrifice speed to save money.
- Perfect as a cheap mobile plan in France, a budget SIM, or a no-contract family plan that keeps monthly costs under control.
Why Lyca Mobile is the perfect choice for nationals in France?
For most French citizens, the mobile phone bill has become a second electricity bill: costly, complicated, and full of surprises. Citizens and families have three demands: cost less each month, remain connected in the EU, and avoid being locked into long-term contracts. This is where the strengths of Lyca Mobile overlap with the pain points.
Key Budget Plans (No Commitment)
1. Plan 5GB – Pass Budget (Entry “AntiInflation” Shield)
- 5GB data
- €4.99 / 30 days
- Unlimited national calls & 300 SMS
- 50 minutes international included
- 5GB EU, Ukraine & Moldova roaming data
- Renewal and without commitment
This plan is perfect for light users, as a top-up plan, for a kid’s first phone, or for parents who mainly use calls and messaging and are dependent on basic apps and need a plan with the lowest price.
4. Forfait 40 Go 5G – Sweet Spot for Everyday Users
If you think your data needs exceed 5GB and don’t want to spend more than €6, here is the plan that helps you find a middle ground!
- 40GB data
- €5.99 / 30 days
- Unlimited national minutes
- Unlimited national SMS
- 10GB EU, Ukraine & Moldova roaming data
- Renewal and without commitment
This plan works for the locals who use data for streaming a little bit and need data for navigation and apps, social media scrolling, and uploading, without paying for higher plans.
Perfect for Budget-Focused Locals & Families
- These plans are the best value SIMs in France, as they protect your monthly budget while giving you options.
- You can easily port-in to Lyca Mobile while keeping your old number as well as your old phone.
- Lyca Mobile gives you an option to have multiple lines for family members and kids, all at low-cost, no-contract plans. You can choose plans for each member and create a no-contract family plan on one of the most affordable 5G networks available.
You can choose Lyca Mobile as your secondary number; if you have a work phone, this could be your second number. A lot of people are opting for Lyca Mobile eSIM as a secondary number for international roaming, data, and unlimited national and international calling features. Which makes sense; you can use your primary number for bank OTPs and other formal usage, while your Lyca Mobile number becomes your daily workhorse for cheap 4G/5G data and international calling.
All you need to do is pick a plan, choose the eSIM option, and activate it by scanning the QR code, and you are good to go. (Here is a full step-by-step on eSIM activation)
And eSIMs are also more secure than physical SIMs, and for those living in France, having an extra layer of security is always favorable. (find out why eSIM is more secure.)