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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.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: One Albania, Vodafone
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Albania eSIM in two questions
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, which covers 7 countries including Albania.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 30 days.
All 44 Albania 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 500 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 / €2.33 / $2.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 / €2.66 / $2.66 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $11.99 | £2.00 / €2.40 / $2.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £1.70 / €2.00 / $2.20 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99 | £1.55 / €1.85 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 30 days | £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99 | £1.46 / €1.76 / $1.90 | Choose |
Networks your Albania eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Albania.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | One Albania, Vodafone | 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 United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Albania and more countries on one plan.
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 explains it in plain English. On daily plans, speed drops to 512 Kbps once the day's allowance is used up.
How much data do you need in Albania?
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 GB1 GB a day · 3 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 7 days · £5.99 / €7.49 / $7.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £5.99 / €7.49 / $7.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £11.49 / €13.99 / $14.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £8.49 / €9.99 / $10.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £11.49 / €13.99 / $14.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £19.99 / €23.49 / $25.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £14.49 / €17.49 / $18.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £22.49 / €26.99 / $29.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £38.99 / €46.49 / $50.49
How to set up your Albania 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 One Albania and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
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 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.
- Topping up: Most plans can be topped up, so if your trip runs long, you can add more data without starting again.
Albania eSIM 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.
Ready for Albania?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.