Albania eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Albania is available from €2.09 and active straight away: in Albania it connects to the Vodafone Albania, One Telecommunications, One Albania networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 85. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
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eSIM for Albania — at a glance
- From
- €2.09
- Local networks
- Vodafone Albania, One Telecommunications, One Albania
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 85
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Albania
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €2.09 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €6.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €10.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €14.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €20.49 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €29.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €58.99 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €2.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €4.49 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €6.49 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €9.49 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €17.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €28.49 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €46.49 |
Albania is one of the last true Mediterranean gems: pristine beaches on the Ionian Riviera, old Ottoman towns such as Gjirokastër and wild mountains in the Albanian Alps. But this country, still off the beaten track, also poses a few logistical challenges: local SIM cards are not always easy to buy outside Tirana, resellers are rare in rural areas, and tourist plans have variable prices. Activating an eSIM before you leave guarantees immediate 4G access as soon as you arrive, whether you are navigating the lanes of Berat with Google Maps or looking for last-minute accommodation on the coast.
Flight time from Paris
About 2h30 (direct Paris-Tirana flight)
Time difference
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer): same time zone as France, no time difference
Best time to visit
May-June and September-October (pleasant coast, fewer crowds)
Power socket type
Type C/F: no adapter needed for travellers from France
Why you need an eSIM in Albania
Albania is outside the EU's free-roaming area, which means your French plan may generate high roaming charges from the first connection. Physical SIM kiosks exist in Tirana and a few large towns, but they are almost impossible to find in the mountain villages of Valbonë National Park or on the small isolated beaches in the south. 4G coverage reaches 85% of the territory thanks to the networks of Vodafone Albania and One Telecommunications, giving a reliable signal even in fairly remote areas. With Simpartout, you activate your eSIM from home, avoid queues and language barriers at Tirana airport, and enjoy a stable connection to share your discoveries in real time. The sunsets over Lake Ohrid deserve it.
Network coverage in Albania
Operator
Vodafone Albania
+ One Telecommunications
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
85
How to install your Albania eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Albania, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Albania, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Albania, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Albania, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Albania best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €2.09 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |