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Hungary eSIM
A 5 GB Hungary eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on Telenor Hungary and Vodafone with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Order a Bolt or a Főtaxi in Budapest and your app will find your pickup point, while WhatsApp and Viber keep the group chat moving. Your eSIM uses Telenor Hungary or Vodafone networks, so you can book a ride, check a map and send a message without swapping SIM cards.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: Telenor Hungary, Vodafone
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Hungary eSIM in two questions
Which Hungary eSIM plan do I need?
Match the days you're away with how you'll use your phone, and the right plan is easy to spot.
- A three-day city break in Budapest: with light use for maps and WhatsApp, go for 500 MB a day for 3 days.
- A two-week tour of Lake Balaton, Eger, Pécs and Debrecen: on standard use, with social media, music and some video, pick 10 GB for 30 days.
- A month of work in Budapest: with heavy use, such as streaming and a laptop on hotspot, choose 2 GB a day for 30 days.
- A trip that also takes in a neighbour: the Europe bundle for 31 countries also covers Hungary, so one eSIM can take you the whole way.
Most plans can be topped up if you run low partway through.
All 50 Hungary 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 Hungary eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Hungary.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | Telenor Hungary, 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 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 Hungary and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Hungary?
Your eSIM joins Telenor Hungary or Vodafone, and your phone picks between them by itself, so there's nothing to choose once you land. Where it's available, you'll get 5G. Budapest and larger towns are well covered, but signal can thin out in remote rural areas, so download offline maps before you head out.
Your data reaches the internet through France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more in the IP address guide. Daily plans slow to the fair use speed once you've used the day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Hungary?
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 Hungary 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 Telenor Hungary and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Hungary: data, rides and messages
- Arriving: Land at Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD), switch your eSIM on, and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line so your maps and messages can load. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first.
- Getting around: Bolt and Főtaxi are the local ride apps. Download both at home before you fly, then book a ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt. Lake Balaton, Eger, Pécs and Debrecen are all worth the trip, so keep your maps handy.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp, Messenger and Viber all send messages over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and the WhatsApp help page explains how to keep both.
- Good to know: Most plans can be topped up, so if your data runs low halfway through Hungary, you can add more without buying a new eSIM.
Hungary eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Hungary?
Hungary 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 Hungary eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Telenor Hungary and Vodafone in Hungary, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Hungary eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Hungary, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Hungary eSIM?
Yes. Most Hungary 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?
Hungary 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 Hungary 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.
How do I get a taxi from Budapest Ferenc Liszt airport (BUD)?
Download Bolt or Főtaxi before you land at Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD), then switch on your eSIM. Both apps need mobile data to find your ride, so your eSIM is what gets you from the terminal to the kerb.
Is there 5G in Hungary?
Yes. Hungary has 5G, and your eSIM runs on Telenor Hungary or Vodafone. Before you fly, check your phone's settings to see whether it supports 5G, so you know what to expect from your eSIM.
How much data do I need for a week in Hungary?
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, so pick a plan with a bit of spare room.
Can I use WhatsApp in Hungary?
Yes. WhatsApp, Messenger and Viber all run on your eSIM's mobile data, so you can message home from Budapest, Lake Balaton or Debrecen with the apps you already use.
Which eSIM covers Hungary and other European countries?
Hungary is covered by our Europe bundles, which cover 31, 33 and 34 countries. Pick the one that matches your route, and you won't need a separate eSIM for each country.
How much data do I need to use my phone as a hotspot in Hungary?
Heavy use, which includes hotspot, comes to about 1.8 GB a day, or about 12.6 GB for a week. Sharing your connection with a laptop uses up data quickly, so keep an eye on your usage.
Ready for Hungary?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.