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Åland Islands eSIM
A 5 GB Åland Islands eSIM costs £11.99 for 30 days on Ålcom with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
From the harbour in Mariehamn to the quieter corners such as Lemland and Kökar, your eSIM connects you on the Ålcom network. Keep your WhatsApp chats going, check the map and plan the day ahead, without hunting for a shop SIM.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: Ålcom
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Åland Islands eSIM in two questions
Which Åland Islands eSIM plan do I need?
Match your trip length to a plan, and these picks cover the usual trips to Åland Islands.
- A 3-day city break in Mariehamn: Standard use, with social media, music and some video, fits 3 GB for 15 days.
- A fortnight touring the islands: For 14 days of standard use, 10 GB for 30 days gives you room to explore Eckerö, Sund and Lemland.
- A month-long stay: 20 GB for 30 days suits standard use across the whole trip.
- A trip that takes in a neighbour: Add the Europe eSIM, which covers Åland Islands and 41 countries in one bundle.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data later, and the longest one runs for 30 days.
All 34 Åland Islands eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £2.66 / €3.00 / $3.33 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £2.66 / €3.00 / $3.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £11.99 / €13.99 / $15.99 | £2.40 / €2.80 / $3.20 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £22.99 / €27.99 / $29.99 | £2.30 / €2.80 / $3.00 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £44.99 / €53.99 / $57.99 | £2.25 / €2.70 / $2.90 | Choose |
| Per day | 1 day | 3 days | 5 days | 7 days | 10 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £4.99 / €5.99 / $6.99 | £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99 | £19.99 / €23.99 / $25.99 |
| 1 GB a day | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £12.49 / €14.99 / $15.99 | £12.49 / €14.99 / $15.99 | £12.49 / €14.99 / $15.99 | £18.49 / €21.99 / $23.99 | £35.99 / €43.49 / $46.99 |
| 2 GB a day | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £15.99 / €19.99 / $20.99 | £21.99 / €25.99 / $28.49 | £21.99 / €25.99 / $28.49 | £21.99 / €25.99 / $28.49 | £32.49 / €38.99 / $42.49 | £64.49 / €77.49 / $83.99 |
| 3 GB a day | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £36.49 / €43.49 / $47.49 | £36.49 / €43.49 / $47.49 | £36.49 / €43.49 / $47.49 | £54.49 / €64.99 / $70.49 | £107.99 / €129.49 / $140.49 |
Networks your Åland Islands eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Åland Islands.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Åland Islands | Ålcom | 5G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through Netherlands or France or United States, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Åland Islands and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Åland Islands?
Ålcom is the one network your eSIM joins in Åland Islands, and it runs on 5G. Your phone picks Ålcom by itself, so there's nothing to choose once you land. Just switch on your eSIM and get on with your day.
Your data reaches the internet through a Netherlands, France or United States connection. That's a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and you can read more on the IP address help page. On daily plans, your speed slows to the fair use speed once you've used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Åland Islands?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 5 days · £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 7 days · £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £18.49 / €21.99 / $23.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £18.49 / €21.99 / $23.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £32.49 / €38.99 / $42.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £19.99 / €23.99 / $25.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £35.99 / €43.49 / $46.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £64.49 / €77.49 / $83.99
How to set up your Åland Islands eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins Ålcom and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Åland Islands: data tips
- Arriving: Land at Mariehamn (MHQ), switch on your eSIM and turn on data roaming for that line. Install it at home on Wi-Fi before you fly, and you're set for the islands.
- Getting around: Your eSIM runs on Ålcom, which offers 5G. Light use with maps and messages is about 1.8 GB a week, so 3 GB for 15 days gives plenty of room for trips to Eckerö, Sund or Kökar.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp messages run on your eSIM data, so people at home can reach you as usual, and your home number stays on for calls and texts. Read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number.
- Running low: Most plans can be topped up, so if a long day of maps runs your data down, you can add more mid-trip without buying another eSIM.
Åland Islands eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Åland Islands?
Åland Islands eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £11.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Åland Islands eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Ålcom in Åland Islands, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Åland Islands eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Åland Islands, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Åland Islands eSIM?
Yes. Most Åland Islands plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Åland Islands plans route your data through Netherlands, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Åland Islands are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Does WhatsApp work on an eSIM in Åland Islands?
In Åland Islands, WhatsApp runs on your eSIM data, so you can message home from a café in Mariehamn. Keep it switched on and your chats will come through as they do at home.
Is there 5G in Åland Islands?
Yes. Ålcom, the local network, has 5G in Åland Islands, so a phone with 5G support can use it. Check yours supports 5G before you pack, and you're sorted.
What should I do with my eSIM when I land at Mariehamn Airport (MHQ)?
Switch on your eSIM line and data roaming before you land at Mariehamn Airport (MHQ), then open your maps and head into Mariehamn to find your bearings.
How much data do I need for a week in Åland Islands?
In Åland Islands, a week of light use, with maps, messages and email, needs about 1.8 GB. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, is about 4.9 GB, and heavy use with streaming and hotspot is about 12.6 GB.
Does a Europe eSIM work in Åland Islands?
Åland Islands is one of the 41 countries covered by the Europe eSIM, so a Europe plan works here too. It's a handy pick if your trip takes you across more of the region.
Can I use a daily data plan for a short trip to Åland Islands?
Yes. A daily plan gives you a set amount each day, which suits a short stay. Once that day's allowance is used up, data slows to 512 Kbps, so save your big downloads for the next day.
Ready for Åland Islands?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.