Using Sky Go abroad - is that possible?

Since April 2018, Sky Go has also been available in other European countries. This practical tip gives you all the information you need.

Use Sky Go abroad

From a legal perspective, Sky Go was not allowed to be used abroad before April 2018. An EU regulation has now abolished geoblocking across Europe.

• Since April 1, 2018, you can receive Sky Go at no additional cost in other EU countries. You can access the content using Sky Go's own app. There are no restrictions on the programs. As usual, you can stream series, films and sporting events via the app.
• The regulation only applies to temporary stays abroad of a few weeks. If you move permanently to another EU country, the Sky Go offer from Germany cannot be used.
• Sky Go may check whether you have permanent residence in Germany.
• Switzerland is not part of the EU, so the regulation does not apply here. However, Swiss viewers also have access to Sky Go via Teleclub Switzerland.

How to use Sky Go in non-EU countries

Using detours, you have the option of calling Sky Go in a non-EU country, although this violates Sky's terms and conditions. If illegal use should be noticed, your Sky account can be blocked. The following steps are at your own risk.

• If you want to use Sky Go in a non-EU country despite all the risks, you must use a VPN service. For example, you can download OpenVPN for PC free of charge.
• You can also access the VPN One Click Professional app for iPad or iPhone.
• It is important that you select a server in Germany or from other EU countries, otherwise you will not have access.

In another practical tip, we will show you whether and how you can record programs and films on Sky Go.