eSIM for Bulgaria – prepaid mobile data from $0.38
Stay connected across Bulgaria with a prepaid data eSIM from $0.38. Choose from 14 plans covering everything from quick city breaks to extended stays. Buy online, receive your QR code by email, and scan it before or on arrival – no physical SIM card required.
- Plans from
- $0.38
- Plans available
- 52
- 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
Every plan provides data-only connectivity across Bulgaria. You will not receive a Bulgarian phone number, SMS, or voice calling capability. The eSIM uses 4G/LTE or 5G where the underlying network and your device support it. Plans range from 500MB for short trips up to multi-gigabyte bundles for longer stays, with validity from 1 day onward.
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.
Typical data use: maps and ride-hailing in Sofia eat around 150MB per day, video calls use 500MB per hour, and streaming an hour of music takes roughly 40MB. If you are hiking in the national parks or visiting monasteries in rural areas, download offline maps in advance. The 500MB plan suits a day trip or city weekend; multi-day itineraries across several regions work better with 3GB or more.
Frequently asked questions
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.