eSIM for Germany
A prepaid travel eSIM that gets you online the moment you land in Germany. You install it from a QR code we email you, in about five minutes, with no SIM shop to find at Frankfurt or Berlin.
- 86 data plans work in Germany, from $3.49. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
- There is no plan for Germany alone right now. 5 plans pair it with one or two nearby countries, and 81 regional plans cover it too.
- Most plans start when you first use data, so you can install at home before you fly. A few start at install, and the tables mark them.
- Data only, with no local phone number. Your home number stays on your regular SIM.
Prices by data and trip length
Prices in US dollars, checked November 3, 2026. The plan page shows the current price before you pay.
| Data | 7 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | $3.492 GB, 15 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $3.492 GB, 15 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $4.993 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations |
| 3 GB | $4.993 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations | $4.993 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations | $4.993 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations |
| 5 GB | $6.995 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations | $6.995 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations | $6.995 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 35 destinations |
| 10 GB | $10.9912 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $10.9912 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $10.9912 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations |
| 20 GB | $17.9920 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $17.9920 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations | $17.9920 GB, 30 daysEurope plan, 36 destinations |
Unlimited data plans
7 unlimited plans work in Germany. Unlimited plans give a set amount of full speed data, then slow down. The cheapest for each length:
| Length | Price | Full speed | Covers | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $8.99 | 3 GB a day at up to 20 Mbps, then 1 Mbps | Europe plan, 28 destinations | On first use |
| 5 days | $11.99 | 3 GB a day at up to 20 Mbps, then 1 Mbps | Europe plan, 28 destinations | On first use |
| 7 days | $14.99 | 3 GB a day at up to 20 Mbps, then 1 Mbps | Europe plan, 28 destinations | On first use |
| 10 days | $19.99 | 3 GB a day at up to 20 Mbps, then 1 Mbps | Europe plan, 28 destinations | On first use |
| 15 days | $43.99 | 90 GB in total at full speed, then 2 Mbps | Europe plan, 35 destinations | On first use |
Plans for Germany and nearby countries
- Germany and Austria: 5 plans, from $3.99 for 2 GB over 15 days.
- Europe plan, 28 destinations, including Austria, France, the Netherlands and Belgium: from $8.99 for unlimited data for 3 days.
- Europe plan, 34 destinations, including Austria, Switzerland, France and the Netherlands: from $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Europe plan, 40 destinations, including Austria, Switzerland, France and the Netherlands: from $4.99 for 1 GB over 14 days.
- Regional plan, 42 destinations, including Austria, Switzerland, France and the Netherlands: from $3.49 for 1 GB over 14 days.
- Regional plan, 51 destinations, including Austria, Switzerland, France and the Netherlands: from $12.99 for 12 GB over 30 days.
Network and plan details
- 40 of the 86 plans connect at 5G where the local network and your phone support it. The rest use 4G LTE.
- Of the 86 plans for Germany, 78 start when you first use data and 8 start when you install the eSIM.
- Your data goes out to the internet from the UK on 45 plans, Hong Kong on 8 and Western Europe on 7. 6 use other places. 20 do not say. Websites usually see that place as your location.
- Hotspot sharing works on every plan here.
- The catalog does not name the local network for these plans.
- Capital: Berlin
- Country calling code: +49
- Plans: 86, from $3.49 to $116.99
Germany runs on trains, and the DB Navigator app that manages them needs a live connection for tickets, platform changes, and the frequent delays. Add Google Maps and your usual messaging, and a travel eSIM covers a trip. Germany is in EU roaming, so a Europe regional plan usually covers it alongside neighboring countries.
What you can use the data for
Trains. DB Navigator handles Deutsche Bahn tickets, live platform changes, and connections, all of which shift in real time. You will check it constantly, and it needs data.
Maps. Google Maps covers the cities, the autobahn, and the regional transit, including the U-Bahn and S-Bahn networks.
Ride-hailing. FreeNow and Uber operate in the major cities and run on a connection.
Messaging and translation. WhatsApp for hosts and friends, plus camera translation for signs and menus outside the tourist centers.
Where it works
Coverage roams on Germany's national networks, strong across the cities and main rail routes:
- Berlin (BER) and the east
- Munich (MUC) and Bavaria
- Frankfurt (FRA), the main air and rail hub
- Hamburg (HAM) and the north
- Cologne (CGN) and Dusseldorf (DUS) in the Rhineland
City coverage is strong, though Germany is known for weaker signal on some rural rail stretches and in the eastern countryside. Download offline maps before long regional train rides or a drive through the Black Forest or the Alps.
Common situations
Oktoberfest or a Munich trip
Activate on the airport wifi, open DB Navigator and Maps, and ride the S-Bahn into the city. A connection helps you coordinate a big group across the Wiesn and the beer halls.
Business in Frankfurt or Berlin
Stay on email and calls between meetings without depending on office wifi. The eSIM runs beside your home SIM, so your usual number still rings.
Rail trip across the country
Keep DB Navigator live for the inevitable platform changes and delays. Coverage holds in the cities and along the main lines, with gaps on rural regional routes.
How to install your eSIM before you fly
- Buy the plan. The eSIM arrives by email, usually within a minute. Install it at home on Wi-Fi with the one-tap link or the QR code in the email. 8 plans start counting at install or purchase, and the tables mark them. Install those close to your flight.
- Name the line Germany and keep it off until you land. Do not delete it after setup, because an eSIM installs only once.
- On arrival, turn the line on, choose it for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Turn off data roaming on your home line.
Screen by screen steps for iPhone and Android are in our travel eSIM install guide.
Phones that work
Your phone must support eSIM and be unlocked. Check your model on our compatibility page.
Common questions
How much does an eSIM for Germany cost?
Plans start at $3.49 for 2 GB over 15 days, on a plan that covers 36 destinations. A plan with at least 10 GB for 30 days starts at $10.99. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Germany?
Yes. 7 unlimited plans work in Germany, from $8.99 for 3 days. That plan gives 3 GB a day at up to 20 Mbps, then 1 Mbps.
Is there a plan for Germany only?
No, not right now. 5 plans cover Germany together with one or two nearby countries, and 81 regional plans cover it too.
Can one eSIM cover Germany and nearby countries?
Yes. All 38 Europe plans in our catalog include Germany, from $3.49 for 2 GB over 15 days.
When does the plan start counting days?
It depends on the plan. Of the 86 plans for Germany, 78 start when you first use data and 8 start when you install the eSIM. The plan page shows the rule before you pay.
Does the eSIM come with a phone number?
No. These plans are data only, and your home number stays on your regular SIM.
Why do I need data for the trains?
Deutsche Bahn changes platforms and connections in real time, and DB Navigator only shows the current state with a live connection. It is the single most useful app for getting around Germany.
What about rural coverage?
Cities and main lines are well covered. Some rural rail stretches and eastern countryside are weaker, so download offline maps before long regional rides.