Balkans eSIM

Q: Do I switch eSIMs at borders with a Balkans plan?

No — one Balkans plan works across the whole region, reconnecting to the best local network automatically each time you cross a border.

Q: How much does a Balkans eSIM cost?

Balkans plans start from $3.00, with 7 plans to choose from. You pay once — no contract and no auto-renew.

Q: How long is a Balkans eSIM valid?

Balkans plans are valid for 30 days. Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network, not when you buy it.

Q: How long do I have to activate my Balkans eSIM?

You can buy now and activate later: install and start your Balkans eSIM within 180 days of purchase. Your plan's validity only begins once the eSIM first connects.

Q: What is an eSIM and how is it different?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of swapping a plastic card, you scan a QR code and a new data plan installs in seconds — your physical SIM stays in for calls and texts on your normal number.

Q: Will my phone work with an eSIM?

Almost every phone from the last few years supports eSIM — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and up, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. The quickest check is to look for an “Add eSIM” option in your settings, or an EID number under About.

Q: Does my phone need to be carrier-unlocked?

Yes. A travel eSIM only installs on a carrier-unlocked phone. If you bought yours outright it’s almost certainly unlocked; if it came on a carrier contract, ask your provider to unlock it before you travel.

Q: When should I install my eSIM?

Install it before you fly while you still have Wi-Fi. It won’t start counting data until you arrive and switch it on, so there’s no rush to activate — just install early and toggle it on when you land.

10 countries · tier-1 local partners, 4G / 5G where available · from $3.00

10 countries coveredOne eSIM · no border swaps

Albania

Bosnia & Herzegovina

Bulgaria

Greece

Croatia

Montenegro

North Macedonia

Romania

Serbia

Slovenia

Choose your data plan

1 GB

30 days · $3.00/GB

$3.00

3 GB

30 days · $1.67/GB

$5.00

5 GBMost popular

30 days · $1.50/GB

$7.50

10 GB

30 days · $1.30/GB

$13.00

20 GB

30 days · $1.23/GB

$24.50

30 GB

30 days · $1.18/GB

$35.50

50 GB

30 days · $1.13/GB

$56.50

✓ Data-only eSIM

✓ Keep your number

✓ Top-up anytime

✓ Activate within 180 days of purchase

Not sure your phone supports eSIM? Check compatibility →

Order summary

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Balkans

5 GB · 30 days

✓ Instant eSIM — QR code emailed in seconds

✓ Keep your existing number (data-only eSIM)

✓ Tier-1 local networks · 4G / 5G where available

✓ No contract, no roaming bill surprises

30-day money-back guarantee

You pay$7.50

Taxes included

No hidden fees

🔒 Secure payment via Stripe ·

How your eSIM works

See setup steps →

Buy in seconds

Pick a plan and pay. Your eSIM QR code arrives by email instantly.

Scan the QR code

Open your camera or settings and scan to install — no physical SIM, no swapping.

Connect on arrival

Turn the eSIM on when you land and you're online on a local network right away.

Instant QR delivery

Your eSIM lands in your inbox the second you pay. Install before you fly.

Keep your number

Data-only eSIM — calls and texts stay on your normal SIM and number.

No roaming bills

One upfront price for the data you pick. Top up anytime, cancel nothing.

24/7 support

Real humans on chat day or night if anything doesn’t connect.

Questions about Balkans?

Everything you need to know before you buy.

Which countries does the Balkans eSIM cover?＋

The Balkans eSIM covers 10 countries on one plan, including Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, and Greece — all on a single eSIM, with no swaps.

Do I switch eSIMs at borders with a Balkans plan?＋

How much does a Balkans eSIM cost?＋

How long is a Balkans eSIM valid?＋

How long do I have to activate my Balkans eSIM?＋

What is an eSIM and how is it different?＋

Will my phone work with an eSIM?＋

Does my phone need to be carrier-unlocked?＋

When should I install my eSIM?＋

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Balkans eSIM

10 countries · tier-1 local partners, 4G / 5G where available · from $3.00

10 countries coveredOne eSIM · no border swaps

Albania

Bosnia & Herzegovina

Bulgaria

Greece

Croatia

Montenegro

North Macedonia

Romania

Serbia

Slovenia

Choose your data plan

1 GB

30 days · $3.00/GB

$3.00

3 GB

30 days · $1.67/GB

$5.00

5 GBMost popular

30 days · $1.50/GB

$7.50

10 GB

30 days · $1.30/GB

$13.00

20 GB

30 days · $1.23/GB

$24.50

30 GB

30 days · $1.18/GB

$35.50

50 GB

30 days · $1.13/GB

$56.50

✓ Data-only eSIM

✓ Keep your number

✓ Top-up anytime

✓ Activate within 180 days of purchase

Not sure your phone supports eSIM? Check compatibility →

Order summary

🌍

Balkans

5 GB · 30 days

✓ Instant eSIM — QR code emailed in seconds

✓ Keep your existing number (data-only eSIM)

✓ Tier-1 local networks · 4G / 5G where available

✓ No contract, no roaming bill surprises

30-day money-back guarantee

You pay$7.50

Taxes included

No hidden fees

🔒 Secure payment via Stripe ·

How your eSIM works

See setup steps →

Buy in seconds

Pick a plan and pay. Your eSIM QR code arrives by email instantly.

Scan the QR code

Open your camera or settings and scan to install — no physical SIM, no swapping.

Connect on arrival

Turn the eSIM on when you land and you're online on a local network right away.

Instant QR delivery

Your eSIM lands in your inbox the second you pay. Install before you fly.

Keep your number

Data-only eSIM — calls and texts stay on your normal SIM and number.

No roaming bills

One upfront price for the data you pick. Top up anytime, cancel nothing.

24/7 support

Real humans on chat day or night if anything doesn’t connect.

Questions about Balkans?

Everything you need to know before you buy.

Which countries does the Balkans eSIM cover?＋

The Balkans eSIM covers 10 countries on one plan, including Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, and Greece — all on a single eSIM, with no swaps.

Do I switch eSIMs at borders with a Balkans plan?＋

How much does a Balkans eSIM cost?＋

How long is a Balkans eSIM valid?＋

How long do I have to activate my Balkans eSIM?＋

What is an eSIM and how is it different?＋

Will my phone work with an eSIM?＋

Does my phone need to be carrier-unlocked?＋

When should I install my eSIM?＋