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Spain eSIM
A 5 GB Spain eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on Movistar and Orange with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Hopping into a Cabify or FREENOW ride in Madrid or Barcelona is simple when your eSIM connects to Movistar or Orange. Your maps, ride app and WhatsApp messages run on mobile data, so you can get on with your day.
- 5G and 4G
- 2 networks: Movistar, Orange
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Spain eSIM in two questions
Which Spain eSIM plan do I need?
Start with how long you're going and what you'll do on your phone, then match it to one of these.
- A city break in Barcelona or Madrid: Choose 1 GB a day for 3 days. It suits standard use: maps, messages, social media, music and some video.
- A fortnight touring Spain: Pick 10 GB for 30 days. It covers standard use across two weeks of maps, messages and social media.
- A month-long business trip: Choose 20 GB for 30 days. It is the plan for standard use over a month.
- A trip that also takes in a neighbouring country: The Europe bundle for 31 countries covers Spain along with many more places.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 180 days.
All 51 Spain 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 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £2.50 / €2.50 / $3.00 | 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 / $7.49 | £1.20 / €1.40 / $1.50 | 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 | £38.99 / €46.99 / $50.99 | £0.78 / €0.94 / $1.02 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £1.02 / €1.22 / $1.32 | Choose |
Networks your Spain eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Spain.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | Movistar, Orange | 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 Spain and more countries on one plan.
Which networks will my eSIM use in Spain?
Your eSIM joins Movistar and Orange across Spain, and 5G is on offer where those networks have it. Cities, towns and main roads are well covered; signal can thin out in remote mountain and rural areas. Your phone picks between Movistar and Orange by itself, so there's nothing to set up.
Your data reaches the internet through an IP address in France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs; here's how it works. Daily plans slow down to the fair use speed once you've used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Spain?
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 GB500 MB a day · 5 days · £4.49 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 7 days · £4.49 / €5.49 / $5.99
- 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 · £13.99 / €16.99 / $18.49
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 · £27.99 / €33.49 / $35.99
How to set up your Spain 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 Movistar and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Spain: data tips
Arriving: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, then land at Madrid-Barajas (MAD), Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) or Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP), switch it on and keep data roaming on for the eSIM line. Turn on data roaming
Data: Your eSIM runs on Movistar or Orange, and both run 5G. Light use of maps, messages and email comes to about 0.25 GB a day, while standard use with social media, music and some video is about 0.7 GB a day.
Getting around: Ride apps Uber, Cabify, Bolt and FREENOW can get you across Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia and Málaga. They're handy after a long flight.
Staying in touch: Chat on WhatsApp over your eSIM data, and keep your home number for calls and texts. Keep WhatsApp and your home number
Spain eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Spain?
Spain 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 Spain eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Movistar and Orange in Spain, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Spain eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Spain, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Spain eSIM?
Yes. Most Spain 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?
Spain 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 Spain 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 in Spain with an eSIM?
Yes. Uber, Cabify, Bolt and FREENOW all work as ride apps in Spain, so from Madrid-Barajas (MAD) or Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) you can book a car on your phone once your data is on.
Is there 5G in Spain on an eSIM?
Yes. Movistar and Orange both run 5G in Spain, so if your phone supports 5G, you can use it on either network. Check the compatible phones list before you buy.
How much data do I need for a week in Spain?
A light week of maps, messages and email uses about 1.8 GB. Add social media, music and some video and it's about 4.9 GB. Heavy use, with streaming and hotspot, runs to about 12.6 GB.
Can I use WhatsApp in Spain with an eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp runs over your eSIM's mobile data, so chats, photos and voice notes go through the same app you already use at home, with the same contacts and group chats you're used to.
Which eSIM covers Spain and other European countries?
The Europe bundles cover Spain alongside other countries, so one eSIM can carry you across a multi-country trip. Choose the 31, 33 or 34-country bundle that fits your route.
Will my data slow down in Spain after my daily allowance?
On daily plans, once you've used your day's allowance, data drops to 512 Kbps. Save big downloads and streaming for when you're back on Wi-Fi, and pick a daily allowance that suits your heaviest day, not your average one.
Ready for Spain?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.