eSIM for Europe

Europe is the easiest continent to overcomplicate. A single Eurail itinerary crosses six borders; a “quick” European summer strings together London, Paris, Barcelona, and Rome; and the Balkans — the best-value corner of the continent — sit just outside most home carriers’ roaming zones. A Jet eSIM for Europe solves all of it with one plan: 40+ countries from Iceland to Gibraltar, installed before you fly, running on 5G with automatic network switching at every border. Land at any airport from Lisbon to Athens and you’re online before passport control.

Network 5G/4G/3G
Hotspot Yes
Voice / SMS Data-only
Activation Instant, QR
Refunds Before activation
Instant activation
No roaming bills

Why Jet eSIM

Why an eSIM Makes Sense for Europe Specifically

Three things separate an Europe trip from other destinations when it comes to mobile data:

01

European trips cross more borders than any other continent

The Schengen area makes border crossings feel effortless — your phone disagrees. Every new country can mean a new SIM, a new registration, a new number, and home-carrier roaming passes charging $5–10 per day for the privilege. The Europe eSIM plans cover 40+ countries on one allowance that hops networks by itself: Interrail routes, Balkan road trips, and island-hopping in Greece all just work.

02

The Balkans and non-EU corners are where roaming bills explode

Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Georgia sit outside most “Europe roaming” packages — which is exactly when home carriers charge the eye-watering non-EU rates. The Jet Europe plan covers them like any other country, so the cheapest leg of your trip isn’t the most expensive one for your phone.

03

Europe trips burn data — and long-stayers need real volume

City hopping runs on tickets, maps, translations, and hotspot-for-laptop afternoons — 3–5 GB a week as a baseline. And Europe is the world’s capital of the long trip: the Europe eSIM plans go all the way to 50 GB / 90 days and 100 GB / 180 days for remote workers and slow travelers — plans almost no competitor offers.

Pricing

Europe eSIM Plans

All plans run on the Eurolink network with 5G/4G/3G speeds across all covered countries. Data-only. Hotspot included. Top-up available while abroad.

Fixed Data Plans

DataPrice (USD)
500 MB / 3 days$1.90
1 GB / 7 days$3.90
2 GB / 15 days$6.90
3 GB / 30 days$8.90
5 GB / 7 days$14.90
5 GB / 15 days$15.90
5 GB / 30 days$15.90
10 GB / 7 days$20.90
10 GB / 15 days$22.90
10 GB / 30 days$23.90
20 GB / 30 days$37.90
50 GB / 7 days$65.52
50 GB / 30 days$70.20
50 GB / 90 days$94.90
100 GB / 180 days$182.90

Unlimited Plans

Data Price (USD)
Unlimited / 3 days $8.90
Unlimited / 5 days $15.90
Unlimited / 7 days $20.90
Unlimited / 10 days $27.90
Unlimited / 15 days $38.90
Unlimited / 30 days $57.90

For a six-month European stint, the 100 GB / 180 days plan works out to roughly $30 a month — cheaper than most home broadband.

Setup

How to Install Your Europe eSIM

01

Buy your plan

Choose a Europe plan with the data amount and validity that match your trip. You’ll receive an activation QR code by email within minutes of purchase.

02

Scan the QR code

Open your phone’s settings before you fly. Add the eSIM by scanning the QR code from your email or entering the activation details manually. Full step-by-step guides are available for iPhone and Android.

03

Land connected

The moment you land anywhere in covered Europe, your Jet eSIM activates automatically — maps, WhatsApp, and hotspot from the first minute. Cross a border and it switches to the strongest local network on its own. Just keep data roaming enabled.

Coverage

Which Countries Does the Jet eSIM Europe Plan Cover?

The Europe plan runs on the Eurolink network, connecting to leading carriers in each country — Vodafone in the UK, Orange in France, Movistar in Spain, TIM in Italy — with automatic switching as you cross borders. One plan, 40+ countries:

 

  • Western Europe: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Austria, Switzerland, Ireland, Portugal, United Kingdom
  • Nordics: Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland
  • Central & Eastern Europe: Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece, Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta
  • Balkans & beyond: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Gibraltar, Moldova, Georgia

 

The exact country list has grown over the years (the bundle has expanded to as many as 42 countries) — check the plan page at purchase for the live list, especially if your route touches Türkiye or Ukraine.

 

Tighter trip, EU-only? The Europe & UK eSIM covers all 27 EU countries plus the United Kingdom — often the cheaper pick if you’re not leaving the Union. And for Türkiye specifically, use the eSIM for Turkey.

Details

What's Included With a Jet eSIM for Europe

Data

5G/4G/3G speeds on every plan, across all covered countries.

Voice calls / SMS

No. Jet eSIM is data-only. Your original number stays active on your primary SIM for calls and texts.

Privacy tools

Yes. Virtual location switching, ad blocking, and content-restriction bypass are included in the Jet eSIM app.

Hotspot / tethering

Yes on all plans — including the 50 GB and 100 GB plans built for remote work.

Roaming to neighboring countries

Built in across the entire footprint. For micro-destinations outside the list, check the live plan page or use a country-specific eSIM.

Refunds

Available before the eSIM is activated on any device. See our refund policy.

Jet eSIM vs Airalo vs Holafly for Europe

How Jet eSIM’s Europe plans compare on the specs travelers actually check.

FeatureJet eSIMAiralo (Eurolink)Holafly
1 GB / 7 days$3.90 USD$5.00Do not offer
10 GB / 30 days$23.90 USD~$30.00Do not offer
100 GB / 180 days$182.90 USDDo not offerDo not offer
Unlimited plansAvailable (3–30 days)Available (limited options)Available (per-day unlimited)
Hotspot on all plansYesYesNo (fair use)
Built-in privacy toolsYesNoNo
Refund before activationYesYesYes

Prices and features are subject to change. Verify with each provider before purchase.

FAQ

Europe eSIM FAQ

Will my Jet eSIM work when I land in Europe?

Yes. Install before you fly; it activates on arrival — Paris, Rome, Madrid, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Athens, London, Dublin, Reykjavik, and every other covered airport.

How many countries does the plan cover?

40+ — the lists above show the groups. The bundle has expanded over the years (as many as 42 countries in current versions); the plan page shows the live list at purchase.

Does it cover the Balkans?

Yes — Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia are all included, which most home-carrier “Europe” roaming packages exclude entirely.

Does it cover Switzerland, Norway, and Iceland?

Yes. These non-EU countries are part of the plan — another case where travel eSIMs beat home-carrier roaming packages.

Does it cover Türkiye and Ukraine?

Bundle versions have differed on both — check the live country list on the plan page before buying. If Türkiye isn’t included, use the dedicated eSIM for Turkey.

How much data do I need for a two-week Europe trip?

5 GB covers casual city travel; 10 GB if you’re hotspotting and streaming. Heavy users and remote workers should look at 20–50 GB or unlimited.

Is there a plan for long stays?

Yes — 50 GB / 90 days and 100 GB / 180 days exist specifically for slow travel and remote work, with hotspot included.

Do I keep my regular phone number?

Yes. Your usual number stays active for calls and SMS — including banking verification codes — while your data runs on the Jet eSIM.

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