eSIM for Greece
A prepaid travel eSIM that gets you online the moment you land in Greece. You install it from a QR code we email you, in about five minutes, with no SIM shop to find at Athens airport.
- 91 data plans work in Greece, from $3.49. Prices checked November 3, 2026.
- 5 plans cover Greece only. 86 more cover it along with nearby countries such as Turkey and Italy.
- 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 |
Plans for Greece only
Every size and length sold for Greece alone, without other countries:
| Data | Length | Price | Network | Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 GB | 15 days | $3.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 7 GB | 30 days | $7.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 15 GB | 30 days | $14.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 30 GB | 30 days | $24.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
| 50 GB | 30 days | $39.99 | 5G where available | On first use |
Unlimited data plans
7 unlimited plans work in Greece. 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 Greece and nearby countries
- Greece, Cyprus and Turkey: 5 plans, from $4.49 for 2 GB over 15 days.
- Europe plan, 28 destinations, including Italy, Spain and Portugal: from $8.99 for unlimited data for 3 days.
- Europe plan, 34 destinations, including Turkey, Italy, Spain and Portugal: from $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days.
- Europe plan, 40 destinations, including Turkey, Italy, Spain and Portugal: from $4.99 for 1 GB over 14 days.
- Regional plan, 42 destinations, including Turkey, Italy, Spain and Portugal: from $3.49 for 1 GB over 14 days.
- Regional plan, 51 destinations, including Turkey, Italy, Spain and Portugal: from $12.99 for 12 GB over 30 days.
Network and plan details
- 45 of the 91 plans connect at 5G where the local network and your phone support it. The rest use 4G LTE.
- Of the 91 plans for Greece, 83 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 50 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: Athens
- Country calling code: +30
- Plans: 91, from $3.49 to $116.99
Greece is an island-hopping country, and the constant ferries, transfers, and bookings go far smoother with a live connection. The ferry apps track schedules that change with the weather, Google Maps covers the islands, and a connection keeps it all in hand. Greece is in EU roaming, so a Europe regional plan usually covers it.
What you can use the data for
Ferries. Apps like Ferryhopper track the inter-island schedules, which shift with the wind and the season. A connection lets you rebook on the move when a sailing changes.
Maps. Google Maps covers Athens and the islands, including the cliff paths of Santorini and the beaches of Crete. It needs data throughout.
Ride-hailing and taxis. Apps like Beat and FreeNow book cabs in Athens and the bigger towns, which is easier than haggling at the port.
Bookings. Acropolis tickets, boat tours, and tavernas are easiest to reserve over a live connection, and the popular slots sell out in summer.
Where it works
Coverage roams on Greece's national networks, strong on the mainland and the popular islands:
- Athens (ATH) and Piraeus, the main ferry port
- Thessaloniki (SKG) in the north
- Santorini (JTR) and Mykonos (JMK)
- Crete (Heraklion, HER, and Chania, CHQ)
- Rhodes (RHO) and Corfu (CFU)
Coverage is strong in Athens and on the popular islands like Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, and Rhodes. It weakens on the smaller, quieter islands and remote beaches. Download offline maps before hopping out to the lesser-visited Cyclades.
Common situations
Island hopping in the Cyclades
Activate at the airport, keep the ferry app and maps live, and rebook on the move when a sailing shifts with the weather. A connection takes the stress out of the constant transfers.
Athens and the Acropolis
Reserve your timed entry over data, since the slots sell out, and use maps to navigate the old streets of Plaka. A small data plan covers a city stop easily.
Honeymoon in Santorini
Keep maps and restaurant bookings live across the caldera towns. Coverage holds on the popular islands, with gaps on the quieter ones.
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 Greece 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 Greece 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 Greece?
Yes. 7 unlimited plans work in Greece, 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 Greece only?
Yes. 5 plans cover Greece only, from $3.99. 86 more cover it together with other countries.
Can one eSIM cover Greece and other European countries?
Yes. All 38 Europe plans in our catalog include Greece, from $3.49 for 2 GB over 15 days.
When does the plan start counting days?
It depends on the plan. Of the 91 plans for Greece, 83 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.
Will it work on the islands?
On the popular islands like Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, and Rhodes, yes. The smaller, quieter islands and remote beaches can have gaps, so download offline maps before hopping out.
Is it good for ferry travel?
Yes. Ferry schedules change with the weather, and a connection lets you track and rebook sailings on the move, which is the hardest part of island hopping.