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Libya eSIM
A 5 GB Libya eSIM costs £72.99 for 30 days on Madar on 4G. Plans start at £12.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Working in Tripoli, Benghazi or Sabha? Your eSIM runs on the Madar network, so WhatsApp and Messenger keep you in touch with your team and family, with no local SIM card to buy or swap once you are in the country.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Madar
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Libya eSIM in two questions
Which Libya eSIM plan do I need?
Your plan depends on how long you stay and how much you use your phone, so match both to one of these.
- A three-day trip to Tripoli for work: choose 3 GB for 15 days for messages, social media and some music.
- A week of meetings in Benghazi: choose 5 GB for 30 days for messages, maps and social media.
- A two-week stay in Sabha with heavy use: choose 2 GB a day for 15 days if you stream and use your phone as a hotspot for a laptop.
- A month-long assignment in Tripoli: choose 20 GB for 30 days for standard use across the whole stay.
If you are unsure how much you use, check how much data you need. Most plans can be topped up if you run short.
All 34 Libya 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 | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £43.99 / €52.99 / $56.99 | £14.66 / €17.66 / $19.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £46.99 / €55.99 / $60.99 | £15.66 / €18.66 / $20.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99 | £14.60 / €17.60 / $19.00 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £132.99 / €158.99 / $172.99 | £13.30 / €15.90 / $17.30 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £253.99 / €304.99 / $329.99 | £12.70 / €15.25 / $16.50 | Choose |
Networks your Libya eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Libya.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | Madar | 4G |
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 States, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Will my eSIM have signal in Libya?
Your eSIM joins the Madar network in Libya, and it runs on 4G. Your phone picks Madar by itself, so there is nothing to choose once you land at Mitiga (MJI) or Benina (BEN).
Your data reaches the internet through a United States IP address. That is a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and the IP help page explains what it means if a site asks where you are.
Daily plans slow down to a reduced speed once you use up that day's allowance. For the basics, WhatsApp and Messenger handle your messages, and maps help you get around Tripoli or Benghazi.
How much data do you need in Libya?
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 · £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £43.99 / €52.99 / $56.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £69.99 / €83.49 / $90.49
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £43.99 / €52.99 / $56.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £104.49 / €124.99 / $135.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £104.49 / €124.99 / $135.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £179.99 / €215.49 / $233.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £132.99 / €158.99 / $172.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £208.49 / €249.49 / $270.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £359.49 / €430.49 / $466.99
How to set up your Libya 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 Madar and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Libya: data tips
- Land and switch on: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. Touch down at Mitiga (MJI) or Benina (BEN), then switch on your eSIM line. Turn on data roaming for it too; the step-by-step guide shows you where.
- Madar, on 4G: Your eSIM runs on Madar's 4G network, and there's no 5G here. On daily plans, speeds drop to 512 Kbps once your daily allowance is used up.
- Messages: Keep in touch with WhatsApp or Messenger over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and the WhatsApp set-up guide explains how to keep both.
- Pick your data: Light use of maps and messages is about 0.25 GB a day. Heavy use, with streaming and a hotspot, is about 1.8 GB a day. Most plans can be topped up if your trip runs longer.
Libya eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Libya?
Libya eSIMs start at £12.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £72.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Libya eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Madar in Libya. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Libya eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Libya, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Libya eSIM?
Yes. Most Libya 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?
Libya plans route your data through United States, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Libya 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.
Is there 5G in Libya with an eSIM?
No. Madar, the network your eSIM uses in Libya, runs on 4G only, so don't expect 5G on your screen. Your phone's 4G signal is what your maps and messages will run on.
Can I use WhatsApp and Messenger in Libya with an eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp and Messenger are the messaging apps to know about in Libya, so set both up on your phone before you fly. Your family can then reach you on the apps they already use.
Should I install my eSIM before I land at Mitiga or Benina?
Yes, install it at home before you fly. Then at Mitiga (MJI) or Benina (BEN) you only need to switch the line on, with no QR code to find in arrivals.
What happens to my data speed in Libya once my daily allowance runs out?
On daily plans, speeds drop to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance. Save large downloads and updates for Wi-Fi, so your data lasts through the day.
Can I use my Libya eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop?
Yes, you can share your phone's mobile data with a laptop, but treat it as heavy use. Heavy use, which includes streaming and hotspot, is about 1.8 GB a day.
Can I use maps in Libya with an eSIM?
Yes, maps are a light-use task in Libya. Download an offline map of Tripoli or Benghazi before you fly, then let your eSIM handle live directions as you go.
Ready for Libya?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.