eSIM for Bulgaria – prepaid mobile data from $0.77
An eSIM for Bulgaria on esimbloom costs from $0.77, with 50 prepaid data plans from short-trip packs to month-long bundles. Buy online, scan the QR code from your email, and the plan activates the first time you connect in Bulgaria — no roaming charges, no contract, and your home SIM stays active for calls.
- Plans from
- $0.77
- Plans available
- 50
- Smallest bundle
- 500MB
- Shortest validity
- 1 days
- Delivery
- QR code by email, within minutes
- Plan type
- Prepaid data only — no contract
Prepaid data plans for travel in Bulgaria
esimbloom lists 50 prepaid eSIM plans for Bulgaria from $0.77 (the smallest is 500MB for 1 day). Every plan is data-only — mobile internet for maps, messaging and bookings, but no local phone number or SMS — and prepaid: pay once, no contract, no roaming charges.
After purchase you receive a QR code by email within minutes. The plan activates when you connect to a mobile network in Bulgaria or on the activation date you choose during checkout. All plans are prepaid with no contract, no recurring charge, and no surprise roaming fees when you return home.
How to install and activate your Bulgaria eSIM
Check that your phone supports eSIM – most iPhone models from XS onward, recent Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and many other smartphones do. You will need an internet connection to download the eSIM profile, so install it over WiFi before departure or on arrival at the airport in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, or Burgas.
Open the QR code email on a second device or print it, then scan it through your phone's settings menu. On iPhone go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM. On Android the path varies by manufacturer but is usually Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs. Once installed, enable data roaming for the eSIM line and turn it on when you land.
Staying connected while travelling in Bulgaria
Coverage is strong in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas, and reliable along the Black Sea coast and major motorways connecting the cities. Expect slower speeds or reduced signal in mountain areas like Rila, Pirin, and the Rhodopes, and in remote villages. The metro in Sofia has good underground connectivity, and most cafés, hotels, and coworking spaces in urban centres offer WiFi as backup.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an eSIM for Bulgaria cost?
esimbloom Bulgaria eSIM plans start at $0.77, with 50 plans to choose from. You pay once for the plan you pick — no roaming fees and no contract.
Do I need an eSIM for Bulgaria?
Only if you want mobile data without roaming charges. An esimbloom Bulgaria eSIM is installed from a QR code before you fly, activates on your first connection in Bulgaria, and is data-only — your home SIM stays in the second slot for calls and SMS, with its data roaming switched off.
Do I get a Bulgarian phone number with this eSIM?
No. These are data-only plans. You can make calls and send messages over the internet using WhatsApp, Signal, FaceTime, or similar apps, but you will not receive a local phone number or SMS capability.
When does my Bulgaria eSIM plan start?
The validity period starts when the eSIM connects to a mobile network in Bulgaria, or on the activation date you select at checkout. You can install the profile in advance without starting the countdown.
Can I use this eSIM in other countries in Europe?
That depends on the specific plan. Some eSIM plans cover only Bulgaria, while others include multiple European countries. Check the plan details on the product page before purchase to confirm which destinations are included.
Will this eSIM work in rural Bulgaria and the mountains?
Coverage is strongest in cities and along main roads. Mountain areas, remote villages, and some national parks have reduced or no signal. Download offline maps and content before heading into the countryside.
Can I top up or extend my plan if I run out of data?
These are prepaid single-use plans. If you exhaust your data or validity period, you can purchase a new plan. Install multiple eSIM profiles on supported devices and switch between them as needed.