# UK & Ireland eSIM

> A 5 GB UK & Ireland eSIM costs £9.99 for 7 days across 2 countries with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Start in London, then cross to Ireland for Galway, Killarney or Dingle, and one eSIM comes along the whole way. Two countries, one set of plans, and no hunting for a new SIM card when you move between them.

- 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: 2 countries; speed up to 4G
- Internet traffic routes through: UK/NO
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/uk-and-ireland

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 3 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 5 GB | 7 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 10 GB | 15 days | £17.99 / €21.99 / $22.99 | £1.80 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £34.99 / €41.99 / $45.99 | £1.75 | yes |
| 50 GB | 180 days | £81.99 / €97.99 / $106.99 | £1.64 | yes |

## Networks

- United Kingdom: 3 (5G), O2 (5G), Vodafone (5G)
- Ireland: 3 (5G), Vodafone (5G)

## Which UK & Ireland eSIM plan suits my trip?

Your trip can move between the UK and Ireland on one eSIM, so pick the plan that fits how long you're away and how much you'll use your phone.

- **A quick hop, 3 days:** Light use of maps and messages fits 1 GB for 3 days. Land at Heathrow (LHR) and fly on to Dublin (DUB) for the weekend.
- **A week away, standard use:** Social media, music and some video fit 5 GB for 7 days. Start in London, visit Edinburgh, then fly across to Dublin and Cork, all on the same eSIM.
- **Two weeks, heavy use:** Streaming and hotspot use fit 50 GB for 180 days. Fly into Manchester (MAN), then Shannon (SNN), and explore Killarney and Dingle at your own pace.
- **Ireland only:** If Ireland is your only stop, the [Ireland eSIM](/esim/ireland) is the one for that trip.

## Which networks and countries does the UK & Ireland eSIM cover?

Two countries, both with 5G, and one eSIM for the whole trip: Heathrow, Dublin, Galway and back again. Your phone switches network by itself at each border.

- **United Kingdom:** 3, O2 and Vodafone. Cities and main roads are well covered, and rural areas such as the Scottish Highlands can be patchy. For rides, look for Uber, Bolt or FREENOW.
- **Ireland:** 3 and Vodafone. Near the Northern Ireland border, your phone may switch to a UK network. Uber and FREENOW are the ride apps to know.

Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom or Norway, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on our [IP address help page](/help/ip-address-another-country).

## Using one eSIM across the UK & Ireland: tips

Two countries, one eSIM, and a border you might not notice. Near the border with Northern Ireland, your phone may switch to a UK network without warning, so don't be surprised.

- **Set up before you fly:** Install your eSIM at home, then keep data roaming on for the eSIM line at every border. [Turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) if you're not sure how.
- **Rides in both countries:** Uber and FREENOW are the ride apps for both countries, and Bolt runs in the UK too.
- **Messages and Wi-Fi:** WhatsApp is the messaging app to download for both countries. Many cafés, shops and stations also offer free Wi-Fi, often with a sign-up page, so you can save your mobile data for maps.
- **Keep your home number:** Want to keep your home number for calls and texts? See [how to keep WhatsApp and your home number](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number).
- **Top up on the go:** Every plan can be topped up, so if your trip runs longer you can add more data mid-trip.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for the UK & Ireland?

UK & Ireland eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 3 days. A 5 GB plan for 7 days costs £9.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which countries does the UK & Ireland eSIM cover?

One eSIM works in all 2 countries: United Kingdom and Ireland. The full list with the network in each country is on this page.

### When does my UK & Ireland eSIM start?

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

### Can I top up my UK & Ireland eSIM?

Yes. Most UK & Ireland 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.

### 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 the UK & Ireland eSIM work in Ireland?

Yes, Ireland is one of the two countries on this eSIM. There it uses the 3 and Vodafone networks, so maps, messages and rides all run on the same plan.

### Can I use one eSIM for the UK and Ireland?

Yes, the United Kingdom and Ireland are the two countries on this eSIM, so one plan covers both. Near the border with Northern Ireland, your phone may switch to a UK network without warning, so don't be surprised if the network name changes.

### Is there 5G on the UK & Ireland eSIM?

Yes, both the United Kingdom and Ireland have 5G on this eSIM. Your phone needs to support 5G to use it, so check your model before you go.

### Does the UK & Ireland eSIM work in Dublin?

Yes, Dublin is in Ireland, one of the two countries on this eSIM. For getting around, Uber and FREENOW are the ride apps there. Galway and Cork are also worth a visit, and they're in Ireland too.

### Does the UK & Ireland eSIM work in London?

Yes, London is in the United Kingdom, one of the two countries on this eSIM. For a ride, Bolt, Uber and FREENOW are all there, and many cafés, shops and stations offer free Wi-Fi, often with a sign-up page.

### Can I use Bolt in Ireland with the UK & Ireland eSIM?

No, Bolt isn't among Ireland's ride apps. Use Uber or FREENOW there instead, and WhatsApp is the messaging app in both countries, which is handy when you cross between them.