# 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.

- 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: Libya; 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: US
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/libya

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £16.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £43.99 / €52.99 / $56.99 | £14.66 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £46.99 / €55.99 / $60.99 | £15.66 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99 | £14.60 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £132.99 / €158.99 / $172.99 | £13.30 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £253.99 / €304.99 / $329.99 | £12.70 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £12.99 / €15.99 / $16.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99 | £25.93 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £20.89 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £14.92 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £10.44 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.99 | £10.38 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £151.49 / €181.99 / $196.99 | £10.34 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99 | £17.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £51.99 / €61.99 / $66.99 | £17.33 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £69.99 / €83.49 / $90.49 | £14.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £69.99 / €83.49 / $90.49 | £10.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £69.99 / €83.49 / $90.49 | £7.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £104.49 / €124.99 / $135.49 | £6.97 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £208.49 / €249.49 / $270.49 | £6.95 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £29.99 / €35.99 / $38.99 | £14.99 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £87.99 / €105.99 / $114.99 | £14.66 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £119.99 / €143.99 / $155.99 | £12.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £119.99 / €143.99 / $155.99 | £8.57 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £119.99 / €143.99 / $155.99 | £6.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £179.99 / €215.49 / $233.49 | £6.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £359.49 / €430.49 / $466.99 | £5.99 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £115.99 / €138.99 / $149.99 | £11.60 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £344.99 / €413.99 / $448.99 | £11.50 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £470.49 / €563.99 / $610.99 | £9.41 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £470.49 / €563.99 / $610.99 | £6.72 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £470.49 / €563.99 / $610.99 | £4.70 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £704.99 / €845.49 / $916.49 | £4.70 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £1409.99 / €1689.99 / $1831.99 | £4.70 | yes |

## Networks

- Libya: Madar (4G)

## 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](/how-much-data-do-i-need). Most plans can be topped up if you run short.

## 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](/help/ip-address-another-country) 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.

## 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](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) 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](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number) 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.

## 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.