eSIM for Austria
Prepaid mobile data from $2.49 · delivered instantly by email
Get mobile data in Austria without roaming fees: prepaid eSIM plans from $2.49, delivered by email within minutes. Install it before you leave and it connects to a local network when you land.
Austria eSIM at a glance
- Price
- from $2.49
- Plans
- 11
- Validity
- 1 day – 30 days
- Data
- 0.49 GB – 30 GB · Unlimited
- Networks
- A1 Austria, H3G Austria
- Delivery
- Instant, by email (QR code)
Also travelling to nearby countries?
These regional plans cover Austria and more on one eSIM.
Mobile internet in Austria: what to know
The practical side of staying connected in Austria: network quality, calls, blocked apps and local SIM rules.
- Mobile network
- 5G widely available, 4G/LTE nationwide
- WhatsApp & FaceTime calls
- Work normally
- Blocked on local networks
- No major apps
- Local SIM card
- Passport required at the shop
- EU roaming
- Included for EU/EEA plans (Roam like at home)
- Main airports
- Vienna (VIE), Salzburg (SZG), and Innsbruck (INN)
- Useful apps
- ÖBB, Uber, and Bolt
eSIM for Austria: your questions
How much does an eSIM for Austria cost?
Plans for Austria start at $2.49 for 0.49 GB · 1 day. There are 11 plans to choose from, valid from 1 day to 30 days.
What is the best Austria eSIM for a one-week trip?
For 7 days in Austria, the best value is 3 GB · 7 days at $3.99: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 10 GB · 30 days for $7.49.
Which eSIM should I get for two weeks in Austria?
For 14 days in Austria, the best value is 5 GB · 15 days at $4.99: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 20 GB · 30 days for $12.99.
Is there 5G in Austria?
Yes. Austria has wide 5G coverage and 4G/LTE almost everywhere travellers go. Your eSIM uses 4G/LTE, and 5G where the partner network allows it.
Do WhatsApp and FaceTime calls work in Austria?
Yes. Voice and video calls on WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram and similar apps work normally over the eSIM data in Austria.
Do I need to register a SIM or show my passport in Austria?
No. Your eSIM is bought online and needs no passport check or registration in Austria. A local SIM card, by contrast, requires your passport at a shop.
Will my eSIM work as soon as I land at Vienna (VIE)?
Yes. Install the eSIM at home, switch it on when you land at Vienna (VIE), Salzburg (SZG), and Innsbruck (INN), and it connects to a local network within a minute or two. You can order a ride or message your hotel before you leave the airport.
Where does the eSIM work in Austria?
Coverage is strong in Wien, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Hallstatt and along main roads. Signal can be weak or absent in remote areas such as Hohe Tauern: download offline maps before you go.
Do I need an eSIM in Austria if I have an EU phone plan?
Austria is part of the EU “Roam like at home” area, so EU and EEA plans can use their data there at no extra cost, within a fair-use limit. A travel eSIM is worth it if your plan’s roaming allowance is small, if your plan is from outside the EU, or for long stays.
Which apps are useful for travelling in Austria?
Travellers in Austria commonly use ÖBB, Uber, and Bolt. They all work over the eSIM data. Sign up and receive any SMS verification codes before you travel, as the eSIM has no phone number.
Can I use the same eSIM in Austria and nearby countries?
Yes. Regional plans (Europe, Global Lite, and Global Package) cover Austria and other countries on one eSIM, so you do not need a new one at each border.
Which mobile networks does the eSIM use in Austria?
The eSIM connects to A1 Austria and H3G Austria and switches to the best available network automatically.
How much data do I need for a week in Austria?
For maps, messaging and social media, 1 to 3 GB per week is usually enough. If you make video calls, stream or work online, choose 5 GB or more, or an unlimited plan.
Can I buy my Austria eSIM before I travel?
Yes, and it is the best option: install it at home over Wi-Fi. The plan only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Austria.
Will WhatsApp still work with my usual number?
Yes. WhatsApp stays linked to your number. Keep your regular SIM on for calls and SMS if you want, and use the eSIM for data.
