Compare the best eSIM plans for Bulgaria
Internet from the moment you land in Sofia or Varna
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From $0.75
- 5100+ plans compared
$0.75
Cheapest plan
5100+
Bulgaria plans
36+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Bulgaria
See all offers →eSIM for Bulgaria at a glance
Average price
9 €
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
A1, Yettel, Vivacom
4G+ nationwide, 5G in major cities
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 Bulgaria: everything you need to know
Bulgaria has 84 % internet penetration and over 99 % 4G+ mobile coverage (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). 5G is live in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna and Burgas. Bulgaria is in the EU : your European plan roams there at no extra cost.
- ●4G+ coverage in all major cities (Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas, Veliko Tarnovo) and along the A1, A2 and A3 motorways ; decent along the Black Sea coast and in the Rhodopes.
- ●Average mobile speed ~70–90 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025).
- ●No Western services blocked : Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, YouTube and Netflix work normally.
- ●Great for Bolt and TaxiMe (Sofia), Glovo, Google Maps and DSK / UniCredit Bulbank / Postbank mobile banking.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Bulgaria, ITU DataHub: Bulgaria, 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.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Bulgaria
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/bg
- 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 Bulgaria.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Bulgaria?
Yes. International eSIMs connect to A1, Yettel or Vivacom on landing in Sofia, Varna or Burgas. 4G+ coverage everywhere.
Does my EU plan work in Bulgaria?
Yes — Bulgaria is in the EU roaming zone : your EU plan works at home rates for up to 4 consecutive months. A travel eSIM helps beyond that or with a low roaming data cap.
How much data for 7 days Sofia-Black Sea?
Plan for 3–5 GB : Maps, Bolt, cloud photos, messages. More if you stream or rely heavily on hotspot.
Is there signal on the Black Sea coast and in the mountains?
Coast (Sunny Beach, Sozopol, Nessebar, Albena) : excellent 4G/5G. Rila and Pirin : signal at refuges and main lakes (Seven Rila Lakes), weaker at altitude.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Bulgaria eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
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