Can I use an eSIM while keeping my regular number active?

Yes. eSIM uses a secondary profile on your phone. Your primary SIM (physical or eSIM) keeps your number for calls and SMS. The MobiSIM data plan runs on the second profile simultaneously.

When should I activate my eSIM plan?

Install the eSIM before you travel, but only enable data roaming once you arrive at your destination. Most plans start counting from first use, not from the purchase date — so you won't waste any data.

Should I buy a country plan or a regional plan?

If your whole trip takes place in one country, a country plan gives you the best data rate. If you are visiting two or more countries within the same region, a regional plan covers the entire itinerary on a single QR code and usually costs less than buying each country plan separately.

What happens when my data runs out?

Your plan stops providing data. You can purchase a top-up or a new plan from your MobiSIM account without needing a new QR code on supported plans.

Does eSIM work on cruise ships or in-flight?

Maritime and in-flight roaming depends on the carrier agreement in place. Standard country plans do not cover international waters or airplane mode zones.

Can I reuse the same eSIM for my next trip?

The eSIM profile stays installed on your device. For the same destination you can top up directly; for a different country, purchase a new plan and it loads onto the same installed profile.

What if my phone doesn't support eSIM?

eSIM is supported on most iPhones from XR onwards, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+, and many other modern devices. Check our compatible devices page to verify your specific model before purchasing.

Is my device carrier-locked?

Your phone must be carrier-unlocked to use a MobiSIM eSIM. Phones purchased directly from carriers may be locked. Contact your carrier or check Settings > General > About on iPhone to verify your lock status.

Global coverage

Every destination we cover, in one place

Buy a data plan, get the QR code by email, install it in under a minute, and land already connected. Browse the full directory below or jump straight to your destination.

Most searched

Countries & territories: 247+
Regional plans: 7
Purchase to connected: < 10 min
Plans start from: €2.99

01Why MobiSIM

Most eSIM providers say the same things. Here is what we do differently.

There are a lot of eSIM providers competing for your attention in 2026, and most of them will tell you roughly the same things — instant activation, global coverage, no physical SIM card required. What they are less likely to tell you is where their coverage actually stops, what happens when something goes wrong mid-trip, or what the real price looks like after the checkout page adds its fees.

MobiSIM was built around a straightforward idea: travelers should be able to buy a data plan, receive it instantly, install it in under a minute, and arrive at their destination already connected — without any surprises along the way. That idea shapes every part of how the service works.

Check if your device is compatible

200+
countries & territories
Coverage that reaches past the obvious destinations
Coverage is the first thing most travelers check, and for good reason. A plan that does not work at your destination is worthless regardless of how cheap it is. MobiSIM covers 200+ countries and territories worldwide, including many destinations that larger providers either skip entirely or offer limited support for. The Balkans, Central Asia, parts of the Middle East, and emerging markets across Africa are all covered — not as an afterthought, but as a genuine part of the destination list. Whether you are flying into Istanbul, landing in Pristina, transiting through Dubai, or heading somewhere significantly further off the standard tourist circuit, there is a MobiSIM plan available before you board.
€0
added at checkout
The price on the plan page is the price you pay
Pricing is the second thing travelers check, and this is where a lot of providers lose trust. Airport SIM card kiosks are notorious for marking up their prices significantly above what the same plan would cost at a street-level shop. Some eSIM providers add activation fees, service charges, or other costs that only appear at the final checkout step. MobiSIM shows you the full price upfront before you commit to anything. What you see on the plan page is exactly what you pay at checkout — nothing added, nothing hidden, no unpleasant bill from your home carrier appearing a week after you return.
< 10 min
purchase to installed
Delivered in minutes, with nothing to wait for
Delivery is instant. Within minutes of completing your purchase, your QR code and installation instructions arrive by email. Most customers complete the full setup — purchase, email, scan, install — in under ten minutes from start to finish, often before they have even closed the browser tab. There is no waiting period, no shipping delay, no need to be at home to receive anything.
Dual SIM
runs alongside your own
Your existing phone number stays exactly where it is
Your existing phone number stays active throughout your trip. MobiSIM runs alongside your home SIM rather than replacing it, which means calls and messages to your regular number continue arriving as normal. Family, colleagues, your bank, your hotel — everyone can still reach you on the same number they have always had. MobiSIM handles your mobile data while your home SIM handles everything else.

02How it works

From checkout to connected, without a store visit

The process of getting a MobiSIM eSIM from purchase to active data connection is designed to take as little time as possible and involve as few steps as necessary. Most travelers complete the entire journey — from first visit to the website to having an active eSIM installed on their device — in well under fifteen minutes. Here is exactly what happens at each stage.

Step 01
Choose your destination and plan
A few minutes
It is worth spending a moment here to make sure you are selecting the right option for your specific trip. MobiSIM offers two types of plans: country-specific plans for travelers visiting a single destination, and regional plans for travelers covering multiple countries in the same trip. If you are heading to one country, browse directly to that destination page to see all available plans, data sizes, and validity periods side by side. If you are traveling across multiple countries, head to the regional plan section and select the region that covers your itinerary. Both plan types are available across all supported destinations and regions.
Two numbers matter most
The data amount determines how much mobile data you have available for the duration of your plan — this covers everything from Google Maps navigation and messaging apps to social media browsing, video calls, and music streaming. The validity period determines how many days your plan remains active from the moment you first connect to a local network at your destination. A 7-day plan with 10 GB of data, for example, gives you 10 GB to use across any 7-day window starting from your first connection. Choose a validity period that comfortably covers your entire trip rather than cutting it close.
Step 02
Receive your QR code by email
Within minutes
The email arrives in your inbox containing your unique QR code and a brief set of installation instructions specific to your device type. Keep this email accessible — you will need it during the installation step, and if anything goes wrong during setup you may need to refer back to it. The QR code is unique to your purchase and linked to your specific plan.
Step 03
Install the eSIM on your device
Under 60 seconds
This is the step that sounds more complicated than it actually is. Once you are in the right menu, select the option to scan a QR code and point your camera at the code in your email. Your device reads the code automatically, downloads the eSIM profile, and prompts you to confirm the installation. You do not need to download any app, create any additional account, or contact any support team for a standard installation.
iPhone
Settings → Mobile Data → Add eSIM
Android
Settings → Connections or Network → SIM Manager or Add eSIM
Step 04
Activate your plan on arrival
~30 seconds
When you land at your destination, go to your device settings and enable Data Roaming for your MobiSIM eSIM line. This is the step that most people forget, and it is the single most common reason a travel eSIM appears not to be working after installation. Once Data Roaming is enabled, your MobiSIM plan will detect the local supported network at your destination and connect automatically. Set MobiSIM as your primary data line, leave your home SIM active for calls and messages, and you are ready to go from the moment you step out of the arrivals terminal.

Full installation guide Compatible devices

03Which plan do you need?

One country, or several?

Choosing the right MobiSIM plan for your trip comes down to two decisions: whether you need a single-country plan or a regional plan, and how much data you are likely to use during your stay. Getting both of these right means you arrive with exactly what you need and nothing is wasted.

Country plan

One country, start to finish

Single-country plans are the right choice when your entire trip takes place within one country and you want the most data for the lowest possible price. Because these plans are built specifically for one destination and connect through that country's local networks, they typically offer better data rates per euro than a regional plan covering the same destination. If you are flying to Japan for ten days, spending two weeks in Turkey, or taking a long weekend in Germany, a country-specific plan will almost always give you the best combination of coverage quality and value.

How much data

Light: Maps, messaging, the occasional scroll; 5–10 GB for a week
Moderate: Video calls, music on the move, photo uploads; 10–20 GB for 7–10 days
Heavy: Remote work, video streaming, laptop hotspot; 20 GB and above

When in doubt, it is generally better to buy slightly more data than you think you need — running out mid-trip is more disruptive than having a small amount left over at the end.

Regional plan

Two or more countries in one region

Regional plans are the right choice when your trip covers two or more countries within the same region and you want the simplicity of a single plan, a single QR code, and a single installation that keeps you connected from the first country to the last. Instead of purchasing a separate plan for each country, researching which provider covers each destination, and managing multiple eSIM profiles across a multi-stop itinerary, you buy one regional plan before you leave and it handles everything.

One plan, one QR code

Each regional plan covers the major countries and territories within that region — no additional purchases or profile changes along the way.

The rule of thumb

Visiting one country? Choose a country plan. Visiting two or more countries within the same region? Choose a regional plan. The regional plan will almost always cost less than the combined price of individual country plans for the same destinations, and it removes the administrative hassle of managing multiple plans entirely.

The one exception worth knowing

When your multi-country trip crosses regional boundaries — a trip that combines Europe and the Middle East, say, or Southeast Asia and Australia — the best approach is usually to buy a regional plan for the area where you will spend the most time and a separate country plan for the destination outside that region. Modern devices support multiple eSIM profiles simultaneously, so running two plans side by side on the same phone is straightforward.

Still unsure? Open your first destination's country page, note the plan price and data options, then compare it with the regional plan for that area. In most cases the comparison makes the right choice obvious within a few seconds.

04eSIM vs local SIM

What you give up by waiting until you land

Buying a local SIM at the airport still works. It just costs you time at the arrivals hall, a swapped-out home SIM, and a price set by whoever runs the kiosk.

Feature	MobiSIM eSIM	Local SIM card
Buy before you travel	Yes	No
No airport queues	Yes	No
Keep your existing phone number	Yes	No
Instant QR code delivery	Yes	No
Works immediately on arrival	Yes	Sometimes
No physical SIM swap needed	Yes	No
Multi-country plans available	Yes	No
Reuse profile for future trips	Yes	No

05Browse by region

Multi-country trips, covered by one plan

Each regional plan spans the major countries and territories within that region — pick the one your itinerary sits inside.

06Full directory

All 247+ destinations, A to Z

Every country and territory with a MobiSIM plan available today. Jump to a letter, or search from the top of the page.

Before you buy, make sure your phone is unlocked and eSIM-capable — most iPhones from XR onwards, Samsung Galaxy S20+, and Google Pixel 3+ qualify. See the full device list.