Lyca Mobile prepaid SIM card

Lyca Mobile is a prominent international mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that started its operations in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2006 by Subaskaran Allirajah, it initially targeted the expatriate and immigrant communities by offering low-cost international calling services. Over the years, it has expanded to dozens of countries across Europe, North America, and beyond, becoming one of the largest MVNOs globally.

Technically, Lyca Mobile does not own its own cellular network infrastructure but instead rents capacity from established mobile network operators (like Bouygues Telecom in France). This allows them to offer competitive pricing. The physical SIM cards are produced globally through several manufacturers. The brand remains under the private ownership of the Lyca Group, headquartered in London.