Island in Cebu, Philippines
Internet in Malapascua: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Malapascua?
Median fixed broadband in Philippines is 114 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in resorts and cafés is slow and often drops; mobile 4G from Globe or Smart is usually more reliable.
Getting online in Malapascua
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | No real long-stay rental market; a few resorts have fibre or satellite internet. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in resorts and cafés is slow and often drops; mobile 4G from Globe or Smart is usually more reliable. |
| Outages | Daily power cuts are common; many places run generators |
| Tourist SIM | Smart and Globe airport counters sell tourist SIMs; registration with your passport is mandatory by law. eSIMs available from both. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Smart, Globe, DITO |
| Monthly data plan | ₱300–1,000 ($4.8–16.0) |
Coworking in Malapascua
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Southeast Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Malapascua?
Median fixed broadband in Philippines is 114 Mbps and mobile is 66 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in resorts and cafés is slow and often drops; mobile 4G from Globe or Smart is usually more reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Malapascua?
Smart and Globe airport counters sell tourist SIMs; registration with your passport is mandatory by law. eSIMs available from both.
Can I use an eSIM in Philippines?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.