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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.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: KPN, Vodafone
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Netherlands eSIM in two questions
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, which also covers the Netherlands.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip if you need it.
All 51 Netherlands 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 | £20.99 / €24.99 / $27.99 | £1.05 / €1.25 / $1.40 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 30 days | £48.99 / €58.99 / $63.99 | £0.98 / €1.18 / $1.28 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £64.99 / €77.99 / $84.99 | £1.30 / €1.56 / $1.70 | Choose |
Networks your Netherlands eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in the Netherlands.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | KPN, 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 the Netherlands and more countries on one plan.
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. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance, so keep an eye on your daily total.
How much data do you need in the Netherlands?
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 · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
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 · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £27.49 / €32.49 / $35.49
How to set up your Netherlands 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 KPN and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
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 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 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.
Netherlands eSIM 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.
Ready for the Netherlands?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.