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Portugal eSIM
A 5 GB Portugal eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on NOS and Vodafone with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
From Lisbon and Porto to the Algarve, Madeira and the Azores, your eSIM runs on NOS or Vodafone, so maps, WhatsApp and a Bolt or FreeNow ride are all ready on your phone. No SIM swap, no fuss, just pick your plan and go.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: NOS, Vodafone
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Portugal eSIM in two questions
How much data do I need for Portugal?
Your plan depends on how long you're away and how much you'll use it. Here's what suits common trips:
- City break in Lisbon, 3 days: for standard use, 2 GB for 15 days fits social media, music and some video.
- Fortnight touring Porto and the Algarve, 14 days: standard use calls for 10 GB for 30 days, which covers posting sunset photos.
- Long stay in Lisbon, 30 days: light use is 10 GB for 30 days, while heavy use with streaming and hotspot needs 2 GB a day for 30 days.
- A trip that also takes in other countries, 7 days: standard use is 5 GB for 30 days, and for more than Portugal, pick the Europe, 31 countries bundle.
Most plans can be topped up mid-trip, so you can add data if your days run heavier than planned.
All 50 Portugal 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 · 30 days | £48.99 / €58.99 / $63.99 | £0.98 / €1.18 / $1.28 | Choose |
Networks your Portugal eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Portugal.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | NOS, 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 Portugal and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Portugal?
Your eSIM joins NOS and Vodafone, and your phone picks between them on its own, so there is nothing to switch. Connections run on 5G where your phone supports it. Your data reaches the internet through France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more about your IP address abroad.
Cities and coastal areas are well covered, including Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve. Signal can thin out in the rural interior, so save offline maps before you head inland. On daily plans, speed slows to 512 Kbps once you use up the day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Portugal?
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 Portugal 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 NOS and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Portugal: arriving, rides and messages
- Arriving: Landing at Lisbon (LIS), Porto (OPO) or Faro (FAO)? Install your eSIM on home Wi-Fi before you fly, then switch it on as you touch down and turn on data roaming for that line.
- Networks: Your eSIM connects to NOS or Vodafone, and 5G is available in Portugal, so look for the 5G symbol if your phone supports it.
- Getting around: Uber, Bolt and FreeNow are the ride apps to download before you land, so you can order a ride in Lisbon, Porto or the Algarve when you need one.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is the messaging app to use here, and your home number stays on for calls and texts. Keep WhatsApp and your home number shows you how to keep both working.
- Running low: Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data partway through your trip.
Portugal eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Portugal?
Portugal 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 Portugal eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to NOS and Vodafone in Portugal, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Portugal eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Portugal, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Portugal eSIM?
Yes. Most Portugal 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?
Portugal 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 Portugal 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.
Can I book an Uber or Bolt in Lisbon with a Portugal eSIM?
Yes. Uber, Bolt and FreeNow all run on your mobile data, so you can book a ride from Lisbon (LIS), Porto (OPO) or Faro (FAO) without hunting for Wi-Fi at the kerb.
How much data do I need for a week in Portugal?
For a week in Portugal, plan on about 4.9 GB if you use social media, music and some video. Light use, with maps, messages and email, is about 1.8 GB, while heavy use with streaming and hotspot comes to about 12.6 GB.
Is there 5G in Portugal?
Yes, Portugal has 5G. Your eSIM can use it wherever the network offers it, so check your phone supports 5G before you fly. The [phone list](/esim-phones) shows which models do.
Can I use WhatsApp in Portugal?
Yes. WhatsApp messages and photos run on your Portugal eSIM's mobile data, so you can keep chatting with friends and family while you explore Porto or the Algarve.
Which eSIM covers Portugal and the rest of Europe?
Portugal is included in the Europe bundles, which cover 31 to 34 countries. Choose the one that covers every country on your trip, and browse [Europe eSIMs](/esim/europe) to compare.
Ready for Portugal?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.