Compare the best eSIM plans for Albania
Internet from the moment you land in Tirana or Saranda
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From 0,81€
- 3400+ plans compared
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0,81€
Cheapest plan
3400+
Albania plans
24+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Albania
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Stellar eSIM
3 GB
30 days
AL
0,81€
eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
AL
0,68€
AbesteSIM
1 GB
1 day
AL
0,47€
MicroEsim
1 GB
1 day
AL
1,01€
eSIM4Travel
1 GB
1 day
AL
1,22€
Billion Connect
1 GB
90 days
AL
1,27€
eSIM for Albania at a glance
From
€2.88
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+
Check your device
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
eSIM pricing in Albania: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Albania is 0.14 €/GB, across 1,746 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.14 €/GB
Plans compared
1,746
Europe average
0.12 €/GB
World ranking
74 / 215
Albania is 17% more expensive than the Europe regional average (0.12 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Albania?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Albania, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stellar eSIM | 0.23 €/GB | 0.50 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM.dog | 0.47 €/GB | 0.68 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| AbesteSIM | 0.47 €/GB | 0.47 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| MicroEsim | 0.73 €/GB | 1.01 € | 15 d | Yes | — |
| Billion Connect | 0.82 €/GB | 1.27 € | 90 d | Yes | — |
 4s | 0.83 €/GB | 1.52 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →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.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
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.
How much does an eSIM cost in Albania, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Albania is 0.14 €/GB, across 1,746 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Albania is 17% more expensive than the Europe regional average (0.12 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Albania sits at position 74 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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