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Austria eSIM
A 5 GB Austria eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on 3 and A1.net with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Austria's eSIM gives you the 3 and A1.net networks, so you can message on WhatsApp and book rides with Uber, Bolt or FREE NOW in Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Graz or Hallstatt. Install it at home, then switch it on when you land.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: 3, A1.net
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Austria eSIM in two questions
Which Austria eSIM plan do I need?
Pick the plan that matches how long you stay and how much you use your phone, because a short trip and a long one need different amounts of data.
- A three-day city break in Vienna: for WhatsApp, maps and some social media, 2 GB for 15 days is the plan to choose.
- A fortnight touring Austria: 10 GB for 30 days suits standard use, so social media, music and some video from Salzburg to Hallstatt and Graz are covered.
- A month-long stay: 20 GB for 30 days fits social media, music and some video from a flat in Innsbruck.
- Austria and a neighbour: the 31-country Europe eSIM also covers Austria, so one eSIM can do both.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest plan runs for 180 days.
All 50 Austria 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 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.00 / €2.50 / $2.50 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €1.66 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €1.66 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £1.20 / €1.40 / $1.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £1.00 / €1.20 / $1.30 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £18.99 / €22.99 / $24.99 | £0.95 / €1.15 / $1.25 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £1.02 / €1.22 / $1.32 | Choose |
Networks your Austria eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Austria.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | 3, A1.net | 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 France or Netherlands or 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 Austria and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Austria?
Your eSIM joins two networks in Austria, 3 and A1.net, and 5G is available here, so you get it wherever the network offers it. Your phone picks between them by itself, so there is nothing to switch.
Cities and main roads are well covered, but signal can drop in Alpine valleys, so don't be surprised if it dips for a while in a mountain valley. Your data reaches the internet through France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can find out more about IP addresses abroad. Daily plans slow to a fair use speed once the day's allowance is used up.
How much data do you need in Austria?
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 MB500 MB a day · 3 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £4.49 / €5.49 / $5.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £14.49 / €17.49 / $18.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £15.49 / €18.49 / $19.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £28.49 / €34.49 / $36.99
How to set up your Austria 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 3 and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Austria: airports, rides and messages
- Arriving: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, so there is nothing to set up at the airport. Switch it on as you land at Vienna (VIE), Salzburg (SZG) or Innsbruck (INN), and keep data roaming on for your eSIM line. If it is off, here is how to turn on data roaming.
- Getting around: Download Uber, Bolt and FREE NOW before you fly, so your ride app is ready when you land. With data on, you can book a ride in a few taps and watch the car head your way on the map.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp runs on your eSIM data, so you can message friends and family back home. Your home number stays on for calls and texts. Set up WhatsApp and your home number before you leave, and you will not be hunting for codes at a café table.
Austria eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Austria?
Austria eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £5.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Austria eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to 3 and A1.net in Austria, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Austria eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Austria, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Austria eSIM?
Yes. Most Austria 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?
Austria plans route your data through France, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Austria 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.
Can I book an Uber from Vienna Airport with an eSIM?
Yes. Uber, Bolt and FREE NOW all run on mobile data, so you can order a ride from Vienna Airport (VIE) straight from your phone. Switch on data roaming in your phone settings, and you're sorted.
Is there 5G in Austria?
Yes. 5G is available in Austria on the 3 and A1.net networks, so if your phone supports 5G, your eSIM can use it. Your phone's status bar shows which network you're on.
Can I use WhatsApp in Austria with an eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp runs on mobile data, so messages, photos and group chats work on your eSIM in Austria. Hotel Wi-Fi is a handy way to save your data for maps and rides.
Which eSIM covers Austria and other European countries?
Austria is included in the Europe bundles, including the one covering 34 countries, so one eSIM can cover a trip across several countries. Each bundle shows its countries, so you can check your route before you buy.
Can I buy a daily data plan for a short trip to Austria?
Yes. Daily allowances run from 500 MB a day up to 10 GB a day, and you can choose a length from 1 to 30 days. If you plan to stream and use your phone as a hotspot, expect around 1.8 GB a day.
Do I need a different eSIM for Salzburg and Innsbruck?
No. One Austria eSIM is for the whole country, so you don't need another when you move from Vienna to Salzburg, Innsbruck or Graz. Flying in? Salzburg (SZG) and Innsbruck (INN) are airports you can land at.
Ready for Austria?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.