Albania eSIM
Mobile data in Albania. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G/4G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 384 Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Albania eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 190.36 | Rs. 190.36 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 429.51 | Rs. 143.17 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 429.51 | Rs. 143.17 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 620.83 | Rs. 124.17 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 1,146.95 | Rs. 114.70 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 2,007.88 | Rs. 100.39 |
| 50 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 4,782.00 | Rs. 95.64 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 190.36 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 286.02 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 477.34 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 859.98 / day | — |
Which Albania eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
Rs. 429.51 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 1,146.95 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 2,007.88 -
30 days
about 30 GB 50 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 4,782.00 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 190.36 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Albania
One Albania 5G, Vodafone 5G
Need more coverage?
Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
Can an eSIM help me explore Tirana straight after landing in Albania?
You walk through arrivals at Tirana International Airport and head for the bus into Tirana, passing the queue at the SIM counter. Your eSIM gives you data without that extra stop. On the ride, you open Google Maps, find your accommodation near Skanderbeg Square and send your host a WhatsApp message about where to meet. As the bus approaches the centre, you follow the route and save the turn towards your accommodation.
You leave your bag and wander towards the New Bazaar, where tables spill out beside colourful produce stalls. Google Translate helps you read a menu, and you settle on stuffed peppers before choosing somewhere for coffee. You look up tickets for Bunk’Art 2, find the entrance on the map and book your visit. Over lunch, you send a photo of the market home through WhatsApp.
What should I look for in a tourist eSIM for Albania?
Look for an eSIM that reaches the cities, coastal resorts and main sightseeing routes on your itinerary. This plan uses supported local networks in Albania, with service strongest around populated tourist areas. It also supports data top-ups, so you can add more data without replacing your eSIM.
Hotspot support matters when a companion needs to share your connection; it works on most plans here. You can install this eSIM before you fly, and you have 180 days from purchase to activate it. Choose your package through the plan picker: its data allowance and validity depend on the package selected.
Where will my eSIM have coverage while travelling around Albania?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including One Albania, Vodafone, with 3G/4G service. Coverage is strongest in Tirana, Durrës, Shkodër and the main tourist areas around Berat, Gjirokastër and Sarandë. It becomes patchier in the Albanian Alps, particularly along remote mountain trails and deep valleys around Theth and Valbona. Isolated stretches of mountain roads also have less consistent reception than the cities and coastal resorts.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing, upon connecting to a supported network | After buying and setting up the SIM | On landing, if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | ID may be requested at the counter | Uses your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Depends on your home plan; roaming may already be included |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through local shops or account services | Extra data options depend on your home plan |
What digital travel essentials should I prepare for Albania?
- Download an offline map of Albania in Organic Maps, and save your accommodation location before heading out.
- Bring a Type C or Type F plug adapter for Albanian sockets, plus a power bank for navigation away from your accommodation.
- Carry cash for small restaurants and rural guesthouses; ask about card acceptance before ordering or booking.
- Save booking confirmations on your device; café and guesthouse Wi-Fi can involve passwords or a purchase.
- Ask before photographing people at markets, and put your device away when entering places of worship.
- Keep your device shaded on the Albanian Riviera; direct sun can make navigation difficult and overheat a charging battery.
How much does a Albania eSIM cost?
SimSwift Albania eSIMs start at Rs. 190.36 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 190.36 a day.