Spain Guide: Telephone & Internet
For most people arriving in a new country, keeping connected with a phone or mobile is a high priority. Be careful about using roaming with your foreign mobile - it can get very expensive quickly! Our guide is packed with information on telecom providers, tariffs and tips on saving money on international calls.-
Getting started Telephone providers in Spain
There are at least seven national providers (plus a few regional ones) of fixed-line telephone services in Spain. Telefónica, the former state-owned monopoly dominates with 87% of market share. more » -
Internet access How to get an internet connection at home
Getting connected to the Internet in Spain is fairly easy, options include: dial-up, ISDN, ADSL and cable. One thing to bear in mind when getting your Internet access sorted out is that it may take a while to get high-speed access such as ASDL installed. more » -
Getting connected How to get a fixed phone line in Spain
The majority of phone lines into the home continue to be provided by Telefónica, even if you decide to use another provider for your calling charges. more » -
Internet cafés Where to go online without a connection at home
If you don't have access to a computer at home or at work, then Internet cafés are the next best thing. They generally aren't too expensive and can be easily found, especially in city centres. more » -
Calling How to use the phone in Spain
Using the phone in Spain works pretty much the same as in any other country. Almost all foreign countries can be direct-dialed. more » -
Dialing codes The most important prefixes in Spain
For your convencience, we have put together the most important dialing codes in Spain. more » -
Mobile phones The Spanish mobile operators
The Spanish love to talk and mobile phones are now part of day-to-day life like in most places - about 35 million people now have one. more » -
Mobile rates What to consider when choosing a calling plan
Unless you have a doctorate in nuclear physics, understanding the pricing plans of the various providers can be a challenge. more » -
Which deal Prepaid or contract?
Similar to other European countries, you can pay for your calls in two different ways: prepaid or contract. more » -
Provider choice Choosing a mobile operator
So now that you have the basics about mobile phones in Spain, the obvious question is which company is the best? more » -
Cheap International calls Using a 902 direct dial service
Growing demand for cheap international calling services has pushed Just Landed to find new easy to use solutions to stay in touch with friends and family overseas. more » -
Direct dial service Use 902 999 007 to save money
Now you don't have to be a secret agent to get cheap calls home! Using the convenient 902 999 007 service you can save money calling more than 50 countries worldwide from any Spanish phone. Fixed rates means you always know how much your call will cost. There is no need to sign-up or buy credit in advance and no pin numbers are required. more » -
Direct dial rate comparison sheet How much will you save
Below you will find a list comparing the normal Telefonica rates to the 902 999 007 rates. In the right hand column you can see exactly how much it is you save in percentages. more » -
Calling cards How to save money on international calls
International calls home can be really expensive. One of the cheapest ways to keep in touch with your family and friends is to use an international prepaid calling card. more » -
Choosing Choosing a prepaid calling card
Working out which prepaid international calling card to buy is difficult. There are many cards available; tariffs and conditions are really complicated. more » -
How to use Using an international phonecard
Using prepaid calling cards is straightforward once you understand how they work. All you need is the right access number to dial and a PIN number. more »