eSIM for Greece
Prepaid mobile data from £1.99 · delivered instantly by email
Get mobile data in Greece without roaming fees: prepaid eSIM plans from £1.99, delivered by email within minutes. Install it before you leave and it connects to a local network when you land.
Greece eSIM at a glance
- Price
- from £1.99
- Plans
- 13
- Validity
- 1 day – 30 days
- Data
- 0.49 GB – 30 GB · Unlimited
- Networks
- Vodafone Greece, Wind Greece (Nova)
- Delivery
- Instant, by email (QR code)
Also travelling to nearby countries?
These regional plans cover Greece and more on one eSIM.
Mobile internet in Greece: what to know
The practical side of staying connected in Greece: 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
- Athens (ATH), Heraklion (HER), and Thessaloniki (SKG)
- Useful apps
- FreeNow, Uber, and Ferryhopper
eSIM for Greece: your questions
How much does an eSIM for Greece cost?
Plans for Greece start at £1.99 for 0.49 GB · 1 day. There are 13 plans to choose from, valid from 1 day to 30 days.
What is the best Greece eSIM for a one-week trip?
For 7 days in Greece, the best value is 3 GB · 7 days at £2.99: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 10 GB · 30 days for £5.99.
Which eSIM should I get for two weeks in Greece?
For 14 days in Greece, the best value is 5 GB · 15 days at £3.49: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 20 GB · 30 days for £9.49.
Is there 5G in Greece?
Yes. Greece 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 Greece?
Yes. Voice and video calls on WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram and similar apps work normally over the eSIM data in Greece.
Do I need to register a SIM or show my passport in Greece?
No. Your eSIM is bought online and needs no passport check or registration in Greece. A local SIM card, by contrast, requires your passport at a shop.
Will my eSIM work as soon as I land at Athens (ATH)?
Yes. Install the eSIM at home, switch it on when you land at Athens (ATH), Heraklion (HER), and Thessaloniki (SKG), 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 Greece?
Coverage is strong in Athína, Santorini, Mykonos, and Thessaloniki and along main roads. Signal can be weak or absent in remote areas such as Mount Olympus and Lefka Ori: download offline maps before you go.
Do I need an eSIM in Greece if I have an EU phone plan?
Greece 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 Greece?
Travellers in Greece commonly use FreeNow, Uber, and Ferryhopper. 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 Greece and nearby countries?
Yes. Regional plans (Europe, Balkans, and Global Lite) cover Greece 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 Greece?
The eSIM connects to Vodafone Greece and Wind Greece (Nova) and switches to the best available network automatically.
How much data do I need for a week in Greece?
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 Greece 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 Greece.
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.
