Connected in Germany 
eSIM Germany
Fast, Reliable Data Across Deutschland
Choose a Germany eSIM plan
Choose the perfect plan for your Germany adventure
1 GB
7 Days- 1 GB Internet
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Allowed
- Instant Activation
- Validity Starting on First Use
3 GB
30 Days- 3 GB Internet
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Allowed
- Instant Activation
- Validity Starting on First Use
5 GB
30 Days- 5 GB Internet
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Allowed
- Instant Activation
- Validity Starting on First Use
10 GB
30 Days- 10 GB Internet
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Allowed
- Instant Activation
- Validity Starting on First Use
All plans include 4G/5G coverage across Germany • No contracts • Instant Activation
Why travelers choose Esimy
- No contracts
- 24-hour days, counted from your first connection at your destination
- Add data to the same eSIM anytime
- Wi-Fi hotspot: Allowed on all plans
Before you buy your Germany eSIM
Is my phone compatible?
Quick check: dial *#06# on your phone. If an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. It also needs to be carrier-unlocked.
How much data do I need?
A rough estimate based on typical use. Video and hotspot use the most data.
Best eSIM for Traveling in Germany: Stay Connected Wherever You Go
Traveling to Germany? Want to stay online while visiting Berlin’s world-famous Brandenburg Gate, enjoying Oktoberfest in Munich, or trekking through the beautiful Black Forest? Stay connected with Esimy’s Germany eSIM, which has the perfect solution for you. It provides instant activation, low rates, and countrywide coverage.
Enjoy 4G and 5G data anywhere in Germany with coverage from major mobile networks like Telekom (T-Mobile), Vodafone, and O2. With Esimy, you can get fast and stable internet without having to use physical SIM cards or pay for expensive roaming fees. Our eSIM keeps you connected for navigation, bookings, map services, social media updates, and more, whether you’re traveling for fun or work, as part of a remote team, or as a digital nomad.
Key features:
- Instant eSIM activation—no shipping or waiting required
- Across Germany on high-end networks
- Quick 4G/5G data for all of your roaming needs
- No roaming fees and no bill shock
- Short or long stay plans according to your needs
- Choose Esimy for your German travel and have the best Germany travel eSIM—easy, secure, and always connected.
Germany eSIM at a glance
- Networks
- O2, Telekom Deutschland, Vodafone
- Speed
- 4G/LTE, 5G where available
- Plans
- 5 · from 1.99 €
- Validity
- 7–30 days 24-hour days, counted from your first connection at your destination
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Allowed on all plans
- Calls & SMS
- Data only
- Top-up
- Add data to the same eSIM anytime No new QR code needed
- Delivery
- Instant delivery by email and in the Esimy app
- Refunds
- Within 30 days of purchase if the QR code hasn't been scanned Refund policy
Compare Germany eSIM plans
Need help with your Germany eSIM?
Real people, 24/7Message our support team on WhatsApp or by email. We help with installation, activation and connection problems, day and night.
Travelling to more countries?
Germany is also covered by these regional eSIMs:
How Esimy Works?
Select a Package
Choose from range of multiple countries/packages.
Scan QR Code with instructions received over your email
Easy activation with email details or our intuitive website dashboard.
Ready for travel!
Have the best trip possible without internet hassles.
Manage your eSIM with the Esimy App
Install, activate, and track your data — all from your phone.
- Add data to the same eSIM anytime
- Free 1 GB on every app order of 3 GB or more
- Send eSIMs as gifts and redeem the ones you receive
- Get notified about your data usage
- 5% back in your Esimy Wallet on every order
- Invite friends: €3 for you and €3 for them
Get it now
Available on the App Store and Google Play
eSIM vs Physical SIM Card in Germany
Compare the benefits of using an eSIM data plan versus a traditional SIM card for international travel to Germany.
Germany Travel & Connectivity Guide
The best eSIM choice for travel and staying online while in Germany
An eSIM enables you to stay online anywhere in Germany.
It is easier to travel around in Germany when you are constantly connected. With an eSIM for Germany, you can immediately go online without needing to look for local SIMs or fear exorbitant roaming fees. You are a vacation tourist, a business traveler, or a digital nomad, you need reliable mobile data to have a hassled-free trip to Germany.
Best Cities and Regions for Coverage
Berlin, the capital, with plenty of history and culture.
Munich (Oktoberfest, very quaint old town)
Hamburg (harbour city with plenty of nightlife)
Frankfurt (museums and financial center)
Cologne (world-famous cathedral, vibrant city life)
Dresden (historic buildings)
First-class service in small towns and countryside like the Black Forest, Bavarian Alps, and Rhine Valley, so you’re always connected, wherever you are.
Networks You Can Trust
Our Germany eSIM uses the country’s best mobile networks, including Telekom (T-Mobile), Vodafone, and O2. This gives you coverage of fast, reliable 4G and 5G internet across the country. Enjoy uninterrupted access to the internet for browsing, maps, and streaming.
Online Destinations That Tourists Love
Your Germany eSIM allows you to:
Google Maps lets you navigate places like Neuschwanstein Castle and the Berlin Wall with ease.
Translate signs, menus, and conversations in Bavaria and other places directly.
Post images and videos of Oktoberfest, Christmas markets, and other celebrations on social media.
With real-time internet connectivity, you can book train tickets, museum tickets, and city tours.
Make your journey better
Plan routes: Discover train schedules and routes from Deutsche Bahn
Book attractions: Book museum admission tickets, concert tickets, and exhibition tickets while on the go
Keep working: No delay in accessing work apps, cloud storage, and video calls.
Stay safe: Get emergency news, translation, and travel alerts
Best Experience
Plan train routes, book museum tickets, and translate menus—all with instant connectivity.
How to Use Data in Germany eSIM
1 GB: Ideal for staying on top of email, looking at maps, and leisure browsing on a weekend city trip
5 GB: Ideal for social media usage, web browsing, and use of travel apps on a week-long trip.
10 GB or more is best for long stays when you need to stream, make video calls, or work from home.
Pick the data plan that works best for you when you travel, and don’t worry about losing your connection.
Support for customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
You can travel freely because we offer live chat and email support 24/7. You can have our specialists guide you through installation or any other issue that you may have while you are in Germany.
Experience the best Germany eSIM today so you can connect quickly, securely, and economically wherever you go!
eSIM FAQs
Common questions about using eSIM in Germany
Can tourists buy a SIM card in Germany?
Yes, but a local German prepaid SIM has friction that an Esimy eSIM avoids. Buying a local Aldi Talk, Congstar, Vodafone CallYa, or O2 prepaid SIM at a German kiosk requires showing your passport (PostIdent / VideoIdent identity verification can take 1–24 hours to process), entering a German address, and either a card that works in German shops or cash for the activation fee. Activation isn’t always instant — your number can stay locked for hours pending KYC review.
The Esimy Germany eSIM skips all of that: install the QR code before you fly, toggle on when you land, and you have data in 30 seconds — no German ID, no German address, no PostIdent, no German payment card needed. Network coverage is identical (Telekom / T-Mobile, Vodafone, O2) because Esimy connects to the same German networks via roaming infrastructure. Plans from €1.99 / 1 GB / 7 days up to 20 GB / 30 days for €14.99, hotspot included. 5% Loyalty Points back into your Esimy Wallet on every plan.
How much does an eSIM for Germany cost?
Esimy Germany single-country plans start at €1.99 for 1 GB / 7 days — the cheapest tier for short city breaks. Full pricing ladder:
- 1 GB / 7 days — €1.99
- 3 GB / 30 days — €3.99
- 5 GB / 30 days — €5.49
- 10 GB / 30 days — €9.99
- 20 GB / 30 days — €14.99
Hotspot/tethering, instant activation, and 4G/5G coverage on Telekom (T-Mobile), Vodafone, and O2 are included on every tier — no add-ons, no surprise charges. Validity starts when you first activate (not at purchase), so you can buy weeks in advance without burning days. Travelling beyond Germany on the same trip? The Esimy Europe regional plan covers 47+ countries from €1.99 / 1 GB / 7 days, or €9.49 for 5 GB / 45 days for multi-country itineraries. 5% Loyalty Points back as cashback into your Esimy Wallet on every purchase — accumulates into a free top-up over time.
Which phones support eSIM for Germany travel?
Esimy Germany eSIM works on any GSMA-standard eSIM-capable smartphone — that’s most phones released since 2019.
- Apple: iPhone XS, XR, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series + iPhone SE 2020/2022
- Samsung: Galaxy S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, plus Note 20, Z Fold/Flip 2 onward
- Google: Pixel 3a, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 series
- Huawei: P40 and Mate 40 series onward (without Google Mobile Services on newer models)
- Other Android flagships from Xiaomi, OnePlus, Sony, Oppo, Motorola from 2019 onward
Quick check on iPhone: Settings → General → About → look for “EID” — if you see an EID number, your phone supports eSIM. On Android: Settings → Network → Mobile networks → Add eSIM (or similar) appears as an option only on supported devices. Full device compatibility list at /esim-supported-devices/. If your phone is older or doesn’t have eSIM hardware, the Esimy Germany plan won’t work on it — Esimy is currently eSIM-only.
Does eSIM work in Germany?
Yes — eSIM works perfectly in Germany. All three major German mobile networks — Telekom (T-Mobile), Vodafone, and O2 — fully support eSIM technology, and Esimy connects to them automatically once you arrive. The eSIM is recognised by your phone the same way a physical SIM is, so all standard features work: 4G/5G mobile data, hotspot/tethering, app notifications, navigation, video calls. You don’t need a German address, German ID, or German bank card to use Esimy in Germany — it’s an international eSIM that activates at the airport the moment you turn it on. Compatible with iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, plus most Android flagships from 2019 onward. Full device compatibility list at /esim-supported-devices/. Plans from €1.99 / 1 GB / 7 days, with 5% Loyalty Points back as cashback into your Esimy Wallet.
How do I get an eSIM for Germany?
Buying an Esimy Germany eSIM is fully online — no shop visits, no shipping wait, no German ID required. Pick a plan on esimy.net (1 GB / 7 days at €1.99 for short trips up to 20 GB / 30 days at €14.99 for longer stays), pay by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or wire transfer, and the QR code arrives in your inbox within seconds. Install it before you fly: open Settings → Mobilfunk → eSIM hinzufügen on iPhone, or Network → Mobile network → Add eSIM on Android, then scan the QR. The eSIM stays inactive until you land — data starts the moment you toggle it on at the airport. No SIM ejector, no Saturn or Mediamarkt queue, no Personalausweis registration. Available on Telekom (T-Mobile), Vodafone, and O2 networks for full nationwide 4G/5G. 5% Loyalty Points back into your Esimy Wallet on every purchase.
Do I need to present my identity when purchasing the eSIM to be activated?
No, the eSIM is activated exclusively online and it is KYC Free instantaneous activation with your name, surname, email, address and phone number, so there is no requirement of Identity.
