# Netherlands eSIM

> A 5 GB Netherlands eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on KPN and Vodafone with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Book an Uber or Bolt ride in Amsterdam, Utrecht or Rotterdam, and message friends on WhatsApp, all from the eSIM already on your phone. Your eSIM runs on the KPN and Vodafone networks, so there is no SIM card to swap at the shop.

- 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: Netherlands; speed up to 5G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 512 Kbps after 500MB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: FR/NL/UK
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/netherlands

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 2 GB | 15 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £1.20 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £1.00 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $27.99 | £1.05 | yes |
| 50 GB | 30 days | £48.99 / €58.99 / $63.99 | £0.98 | yes |
| 50 GB | 180 days | £64.99 / €77.99 / $84.99 | £1.30 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.72 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £4.49 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.84 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £4.49 / €5.49 / $5.99 | £1.31 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £4.49 / €5.49 / $5.99 | £0.92 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £0.82 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £9.99 / €11.49 / $12.99 | £0.68 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £6.49 / €7.49 / $8.49 | £1.30 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £6.49 / €7.49 / $8.49 | £0.93 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £6.49 / €7.49 / $8.49 | £0.65 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49 | £0.60 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.49 | £0.53 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £6.99 / €8.99 / $8.99 | £1.17 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £9.99 / €11.49 / $12.99 | £1.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £9.99 / €11.49 / $12.99 | £0.71 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £9.99 / €11.49 / $12.99 | £0.50 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £0.47 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £27.49 / €32.49 / $35.49 | £0.46 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £11.99 / €14.99 / $15.99 | £1.33 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £16.49 / €19.49 / $20.99 | £1.10 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £16.49 / €19.49 / $20.99 | £0.79 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £16.49 / €19.49 / $20.99 | £0.55 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $31.49 | £0.53 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £47.99 / €57.49 / $62.49 | £0.53 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 1 day | £4.99 / €5.99 / $6.99 | £1.00 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 3 days | £14.99 / €17.99 / $18.99 | £1.00 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 5 days | £19.49 / €23.49 / $25.49 | £0.78 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 7 days | £19.49 / €23.49 / $25.49 | £0.56 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 10 days | £19.49 / €23.49 / $25.49 | £0.39 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 15 days | £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99 | £0.39 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 30 days | £57.49 / €68.99 / $74.99 | £0.38 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £1.00 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £28.99 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £0.97 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £38.49 / €46.49 / $49.99 | £0.77 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £38.49 / €46.49 / $49.99 | £0.55 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £38.49 / €46.49 / $49.99 | £0.38 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £57.49 / €68.99 / $74.99 | £0.38 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £114.99 / €137.49 / $149.49 | £0.38 | yes |

## Networks

- Netherlands: KPN (5G), Vodafone (5G)

## Which Netherlands eSIM plan do I need?

Length of stay and how much you use your phone decide the plan, so match your trip below.

- **A three-day city break in Amsterdam:** Pick 2 GB for 15 days. That's enough for WhatsApp messages, maps and Uber or Bolt rides.
- **A fortnight touring Utrecht and Haarlem:** Pick 10 GB for 30 days, which suits messages, maps, social media and music across two weeks.
- **A month-long stay:** Pick 20 GB for 30 days, which covers social media, music and some video.
- **A trip that also takes in more of Europe:** Get the [Europe bundle for 33 countries](/esim/europe-33-countries), which also covers the Netherlands.

Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip if you need it.

## Will my eSIM have signal in the Netherlands?

Your eSIM joins KPN and Vodafone, and your phone picks a network by itself, so there's nothing to choose. Signal is strong almost everywhere, in cities and in the countryside, and your eSIM runs on 5G where it's available.

Your data can reach the internet through France or the United Kingdom, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on [IP addresses in another country](/help/ip-address-another-country). Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance, so keep an eye on your daily total.

## Using your phone in the Netherlands: data tips

**Land and switch on:** Touch down at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), Eindhoven (EIN) or Rotterdam The Hague (RTM), switch your eSIM on and [turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) for it. Install at home on Wi-Fi first, so there's nothing to set up at the airport.

**Getting around:** Download Uber or Bolt before you fly, then book a ride in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht or Haarlem with a tap.

**Networks:** Your eSIM runs on KPN or Vodafone, and 5G is available. Check your phone's network settings after you land to see which network you've joined.

**Staying in touch:** Set up WhatsApp before you land, so messages are ready from the airport. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and this [guide](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number) shows you how to keep both working.

**Top-ups:** Running low? Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data mid-trip.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for the Netherlands?

Netherlands 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 Netherlands eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to KPN and Vodafone in the Netherlands, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Netherlands eSIM start?

Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in the Netherlands, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.

### Can I top up my Netherlands eSIM?

Yes. Most Netherlands 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?

Netherlands 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 the Netherlands 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.

### Does Uber work with an eSIM in Amsterdam?

Yes. Uber and Bolt both run on your eSIM data, so you can book a ride from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) without hunting for Wi-Fi. Then your maps can guide you into Amsterdam or on to Haarlem.

### Can I use WhatsApp in the Netherlands on an eSIM?

Yes. WhatsApp runs on your eSIM data in the Netherlands, so you can send messages, photos and voice notes to friends at home or to your hosts in Utrecht or Haarlem.

### Is there 5G in the Netherlands?

Yes. KPN and Vodafone both run 5G in the Netherlands, and your eSIM can use it if your phone supports 5G. Check that before you fly to Eindhoven (EIN) or Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

### Which eSIM covers the Netherlands and other European countries?

A Europe bundle covers the Netherlands and the other countries in its list, which run to 33, 34 or 35 countries. If your route starts at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and runs on across borders, one Europe eSIM may cover the whole trip.

### What speed do I get in the Netherlands after my daily data runs out?

Your eSIM drops to 512 Kbps once you've used your daily allowance, which is still fine for WhatsApp messages. Choose a daily allowance that fits how you'll use your phone each day in Utrecht or Haarlem.