Affordable eSIM for Travel190+ Countries from 1,95€

Name: Simbye eSIM
Rating: 4.9 (7000 reviews)
Author: Simbye

Save up to 85% on data abroad · No roaming fees · Instant QR code delivery

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Ideal for frequent travelers & business

Create a plan that matches your trip. Pick up to 10 countries from 190+ destinations, select between 5 and 50 GB of data, and set your validity from 30 to 365 days.

Up to 10 Countries

Pick up to 10 destinations from over 190 countries worldwide.

5 — 50 GB

Select exactly the data volume you need for your trip.

30 — 365 Days

Validity from one month up to a full year — you decide.

Available exclusively in the Simbye App

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Free download — configure and purchase directly in the app

How it works

Open the App

Download the Simbye App and navigate to Custom eSIM.

Configure Your Plan

Select your destination, data volume (5 - 50 GB) and validity (30 - 365 days).

Activate Instantly

Complete your purchase and your eSIM is ready in under 2 minutes.

Why build your own?

Standard packages rarely fit your actual needs. With Custom eSIM you only pay for the data and duration you actually need. Full flexibility, transparent pricing, zero waste.

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Why Simbye

Online everywhere.

700+ network partners. After landing, your eSIM picks the best network by itself.

Everything in the app.

Buy, install, top up, track your usage.

The Simbye app with an eSIM card and the install button

Installed in 2 minutes.

eSIM card in the app with the steps bought, installed and active

5% cashback.

As credit, on every purchase.

Real people. Around the clock.

Chat and email.

Support24/7 · 13 languages

Top up without reinstalling.

Data eSIMs can be topped up at any time.

Top up now

Speed 1 Gbit/s

up to, depending on the network. 4G and 5G.

eSIM with a number

Calls and texts with a real phone number, plus mobile data.

French number +33 Europe starting at 24,95€

UK number +44 United Kingdom starting at 21,95€

US number +1 USA starting at 24,95€

Thai number +66 Thailand starting at 19,95€

Data eSIM

eSIM with number

Mobile data

Keep your own WhatsApp number

Local phone number

Calls and texts

Price starting at 1,95€ starting at 19,95€

Just a number, no data?

Virtual numbers for the UK, the Netherlands, Australia and the USA from 9,95€ for 30 days.

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How the eSIM gets onto your phone.

From purchase to online in under 2 minutes.

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Choose a plan and buy

Pick a country, choose a data plan, pay. Your eSIM arrives instantly by email and in the app.
Tap “Install Now”

In the Simbye app under “My SIM”. Without the app: tap “Install eSIM” in the email or scan the QR code.
Confirm with “Continue”

Your phone adds the eSIM. Your own SIM and your number stay as they are.
Turn on data roaming at your destination

Select Simbye for mobile data, switch data roaming on – you're online.

Best set up on Wi-Fi shortly before you leave.

Your travel companion in your pocket

Buy, install, top up and track your usage. For iPhone and Android.

What travellers say

4.8on the App Store · from over 12,000 reviews

Saved me hundreds on my Europe trip! Fast 5G speeds in every country I visited.

Simbye was easy to set up, worked reliably, and gave me mobile data instantly without a physical SIM. I would use it again.

The USA eSIM from Simbye was a great choice for my trip. Activation was quick, the connection was reliable, and having a phone number included was especially useful. Highly recommended!

What the press says

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data, calls, real phone numbers, top-ups and setup — everything you need to know before you buy a Simbye eSIM.

What is an eSIM and how does it work for travel?

An eSIM is a digital SIM card already built into your phone — nothing arrives by post and you never open the SIM tray. You buy a plan, save it to your phone over Wi-Fi, and it sits next to your usual line. At your destination you simply choose which line carries your mobile data. Your own number stays in the phone and stays reachable, and when you get home you switch the travel line off again.

Can I top up or recharge my eSIM?

Yes, using the eSIM that is already on your phone — no second eSIM and no new QR code. Enter your order number on our top-up page and pick a package. Top up while your plan is still running and it continues without a break, so you do not have to hunt for Wi-Fi abroad. On the data plans you add gigabytes; on the unlimited plans you add days.

Which phones are eSIM compatible?

Only phones with the chip built in can use an eSIM: on iPhone that is every model from the XS and XR onwards, on Samsung the Galaxy S models from the S20 plus the Note 20 and the Fold and Flip range, and on Google every Pixel from the Pixel 3. For other Android phones there is no rule of thumb — plenty of budget and mid-range models still have no eSIM even when they are brand new, and some Asian variants do not have one despite carrying the same name. Check your exact model under "Check compatibility" further up this page: if it is not on the list, it cannot do eSIM. Your phone also must not be locked to one operator.

eSIM Compatible Devices

How fast will I receive my eSIM after purchase?

Does a travel eSIM come with a phone number?

Most travel data eSIMs are data-only, so you simply keep your own number for WhatsApp, iMessage and app-based calls. But Simbye goes further: we also offer eSIMs that include a real phone number — a US eSIM with a +1 number, a UK eSIM with a +44 number, and country eSIMs that include calls and a real phone number. With these eSIMs you can call, text and register WhatsApp, Telegram or any app, and the codes arrive right on your phone — no extra app needed. On top of that, we offer virtual numbers from the USA, the UK, the Netherlands and Australia — your own real number, no SIM card needed. SMS and verification codes show up in the Simbye app and on your order page on simbye.com; with the optional calls add-on, the UK, Dutch and Australian numbers also receive incoming calls in the Simbye app.

Do I need to activate data roaming on my device?

Yes, you need to enable data roaming in your device settings for your Simbye eSIM to work properly. Don't worry – with Simbye you won't face any roaming charges! Simply go to your phone's settings, select your Simbye eSIM, and turn on data roaming. You'll be connected instantly without extra fees.

What happens when my data runs out?

On the data plans, the connection simply stops when your allowance is used up — no surprise charges and nothing renews by itself. On the unlimited plans you stay online, just slower: once the daily full-speed allowance is used up you keep browsing at a reduced speed, and the next day starts at full speed again. You can top up at any time.

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Does the eSIM work for WhatsApp calls and video?

Yes. WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom and video calls all run over the data connection. On the data plans you get full speed for that. On the unlimited plans there is a daily full-speed allowance — after that it is still enough for messages and voice calls, but video may stutter. The next day starts at full speed again.

Can I keep my WhatsApp number?

Yes, absolutely! Your WhatsApp number stays the same because it's linked to your original phone number, not your SIM card. With Simbye eSIM providing data, you can continue using WhatsApp with your existing number and contacts worldwide. Stay connected without changing a thing!

How do I install and activate my eSIM?

Installing your Simbye eSIM takes less than 60 seconds — one of the fastest setups of any eSIM provider! After buying your eSIM online, you receive a QR code via email. Scan it with your phone camera (iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM; Samsung: Settings → Connections → SIM Manager), follow the prompts, and your eSIM activates instantly. No app download required — though our Simbye app makes managing multiple eSIMs even easier.

Installation guides

When should I set up my eSIM?

You need WiFi to install your eSIM, so we recommend setting it up shortly before your departure while you're still at home. Alternatively, you can wait until you arrive at your destination and connect to airport or hotel WiFi. Just remember – you'll need an internet connection for the initial setup, but after that, you're good to go!

Can I use my eSIM as a mobile hotspot?

Most Simbye eSIMs support hotspot/tethering: simply enable hotspot in your device settings and connect your laptop, tablet or other devices. Keep in mind that hotspot usage counts toward your data package, and a few unlimited plans limit or exclude hotspot — you’ll find the details on each product page.

How many times can I use my eSIM?

Your Simbye eSIM can be used until the data runs out or the validity period expires. Once installed, it stays on your device and can be topped up anytime with new data packages — no need to install a new eSIM. After 180 days of inactivity, the eSIM profile may expire and you would need to purchase a new one.

Is there any speed throttling on eSIM data plans?

No throttling on Simbye’s regular data plans — you get full 4G/5G speeds (up to 1 Gbit/s where the local network allows) on premium local carriers in 190+ countries, so you browse at the same speed as locals. On some unlimited plans a fair-use policy applies (a high-speed allowance, then reduced speed) — you’ll find the exact details on each product page.

How does Simbye compare to Airalo, Holafly & Saily?

Simbye is one of the most affordable eSIM providers on the market — often up to 85% cheaper for the same data. And unlike most providers, many Simbye eSIMs include real calls and a phone number, data eSIMs can be topped up again and again — and you always reach a real human via chat or email.

How can I check my remaining eSIM data?

Simbye offers three easy ways to track your eSIM data usage: use the Simbye app for real-time monitoring, check via our website with your order number, or use the link in your confirmation email. You’ll also get low-data and expiry alerts — a feature not all eSIM providers offer. When data runs low, top up instantly without buying a new eSIM — and every app purchase earns you 5% wallet cashback.

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Affordable eSIM for Travel190+ Countries from 1,95€

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Up to 10 Countries

5 — 50 GB

30 — 365 Days

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