Compare the best eSIM plans for Albania
Internet from the moment you land in Tirana or Saranda
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $0.79
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$0.79
Cheapest plan
3200+
Albania plans
38+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Albania
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Average price
12 €
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Vodafone AL, One Albania
4G nationwide, 5G rolling out
VPN needed?
No
All Western services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
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Internet in Albania: everything you need to know
Albania has roughly 83 % internet penetration and over 99 % 4G mobile coverage (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). 5G is rolling out in Tirana. Albania is NOT in the EU roaming zone — your European plan is billed at out-of-zone rates.
- ●4G coverage in all cities (Tirana, Durrës, Vlora, Saranda, Berat, Gjirokastër, Shkodër) and along the SH4 (Tirana-Saranda) ; decent on the Albanian Riviera (Dhërmi, Himara, Ksamil), patchier in the Albanian Alps (Theth, Valbona).
- ●Average mobile speed ~40–60 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025) ; Vodafone Albania and One Albania share the market.
- ●No Western services blocked : Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, YouTube and Netflix work normally.
- ●Great for Bolt (Tirana), Google Maps, Booking and Raiffeisen / BKT / Credins mobile banking apps.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Albania, ITU DataHub: Albania, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
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How to install your eSIM for Albania
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/al
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Albania.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Albania?
Yes. International eSIMs connect to Vodafone AL or One Albania on landing in Tirana or Saranda. Excellent 4G coverage on the coast and in cities.
Does my EU plan work in Albania?
Technically yes (roaming), but Albania is NOT in the EU roaming zone : billed out-of-zone, up to €10/MB. A travel eSIM is much cheaper.
How much data for 10 days on the Riviera?
Plan for 5–8 GB : Maps, Bolt, cloud photos, messages and some boutique-hotel streaming.
Is there signal in the Albanian Alps (Theth, Valbona)?
Very patchy. Signal in the villages (Theth, Valbona) but next to none on the trails and at the Valbona pass. Always download offline Maps before the trek.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Albania eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
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