# Albania eSIM

> A 5 GB Albania eSIM costs £9.99 for 30 days on One Albania and Vodafone with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.

In Albania, you can message home on WhatsApp, book a Bolt ride across Tirana, and check the road to Saranda before you leave your hotel. Your eSIM is set up for the One Albania and Vodafone networks, so the pieces are in place before you go.

- Shop: eSIMology (esimology.com), travel eSIM data plans
- Delivery: instant, by email and on the order page, with a QR code, a one-tap install link for iPhone (iOS 17.4+) and manual codes
- Checkout: guest checkout, Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards; prices in GBP, EUR or USD including any taxes
- Refunds: an eSIM never installed can be cancelled within 30 days for a full refund to the card
- Plans are data only (no phone number); most start when the eSIM first connects at the destination
- Coverage: Albania; speed up to 4G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 512 Kbps after 500MB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: UK
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/albania

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB | 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | – | yes |
| 500 MB | 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | – | yes |
| 1 GB | 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $11.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £1.70 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99 | £1.55 | yes |
| 50 GB | 30 days | £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99 | £1.46 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £3.41 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £5.99 / €7.49 / $7.99 | £2.45 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £5.99 / €7.49 / $7.99 | £1.75 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £5.99 / €7.49 / $7.99 | £1.23 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £1.16 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £14.49 / €17.49 / $18.99 | £0.99 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £1.70 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £1.21 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £0.85 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £11.49 / €13.99 / $14.99 | £0.77 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £22.49 / €26.99 / $29.49 | £0.75 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £1.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £13.49 / €15.99 / $17.49 | £1.35 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £13.49 / €15.99 / $17.49 | £0.96 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £13.49 / €15.99 / $17.49 | £0.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £19.99 / €23.49 / $25.49 | £0.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £38.99 / €46.49 / $50.49 | £0.65 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £2.33 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £19.99 / €23.99 / $24.99 | £2.22 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99 | £1.77 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99 | £1.26 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99 | £0.88 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £39.49 / €46.99 / $50.99 | £0.88 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £77.99 / €93.49 / $101.49 | £0.87 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £12.99 / €15.99 / $16.99 | £1.30 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99 | £1.27 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £1.02 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £0.73 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £0.51 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.99 | £0.51 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £151.49 / €181.99 / $196.99 | £0.50 | yes |

## Networks

- Albania: One Albania (5G), Vodafone (5G)

## Which Albania eSIM plan do I need?

Match your trip length and how you'll use your phone, and the right plan is right here.

- **A city break in Tirana:** for 3 days of standard use, take 1 GB a day for 3 days, about 2.1 GB in all.
- **A fortnight touring:** for 14 days of standard use, take 10 GB for 30 days, about 9.8 GB in all.
- **A long stay:** for 30 days of standard use, take 20 GB for 30 days, about 21 GB in all.
- **A trip that also takes in a neighbour:** for 7 days of standard use, take 5 GB for 30 days, or the [Balkans eSIM](/esim/balkans), which covers 7 countries including Albania.

Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 30 days.

## Will my eSIM have signal in Albania?

Your eSIM joins two networks, One Albania and Vodafone. Where your phone supports 5G, your eSIM can use it. Your phone picks between the two networks by itself, so there is nothing to switch or set up.

Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. If you're curious how it works, the [IP address help page](/help/ip-address-another-country) explains it in plain English. On daily plans, speed drops to 512 Kbps once the day's allowance is used up.

## Using your phone in Albania: arriving, rides and messages

- **Arriving at Tirana (TIA):** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly, so there is nothing to set up at the gate. When you land, switch the eSIM line on and [turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) so maps and messages can start.
- **Networks:** Look for One Albania or Vodafone on your screen. 5G is part of the mix, so you may see it where your phone supports it.
- **Getting around:** Bolt is the ride app to have ready. Download it before you travel, so a ride is one tap away once you're in town.
- **Staying in touch:** Message on WhatsApp or Viber while you're here. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and you can read [how to keep WhatsApp and your home number](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number).
- **Topping up:** Most plans can be topped up, so if your trip runs long, you can add more data without starting again.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Albania?

Albania eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £9.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Albania eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to One Albania and Vodafone in Albania, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Albania eSIM start?

Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Albania, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.

### Can I top up my Albania eSIM?

Yes. Most Albania 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?

Albania plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Albania 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.

### Which ride app works in Albania with an eSIM?

Bolt is the ride app to have ready in Albania. Download it before you fly into Tirana (TIA), then use your eSIM data to request a ride and follow the car on the map.

### Can I use WhatsApp in Albania?

Yes, WhatsApp and Viber are the messaging apps to know in Albania. Use them to message your hotel, your driver or friends back home. Just make sure data roaming is switched on for your eSIM first.

### How much data do I need for a week in Albania?

For a week of maps, messages and email, about 1.8 GB is typical. Add social media, music and some video and it rises to about 4.9 GB, and streaming or a laptop hotspot takes it to about 12.6 GB.

### Is there 5G in Albania?

Yes, Albania has 5G, and your eSIM connects through One Albania and Vodafone. Check that your phone supports 5G before you go, and it will use it where those networks offer it.

### Which eSIM covers Albania and the Balkans?

The Balkans eSIM covers 7 countries, and Albania is one of them. If your trip crosses borders, one [Balkans eSIM](/esim/balkans) can cover the whole route, so you won't need to swap.

### Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot for a laptop in Albania?

Hotspot use counts as heavy use in Albania, at about 1.8 GB a day or about 12.6 GB for a week. Before you share your connection, check your plan has room for it.