Travelling to United Kingdom? With an esimzu eSIM you get instant mobile data with no roaming fees, from €1,99.
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 d | €1,99 |
| 3 GB | 30 d | €2,99 |
| 5 GB | 30 d | €3,99 |
| 10 GB | 30 d | €5,99 |
| 20 GB | 30 d | €10,49 |
| 50 GB | 180 d | €32,99 |
The major networks in the United Kingdom are EE, VodafoneThree (since the merger of Vodafone and Three in 2025) and Virgin Media O2. EE is considered the leader for speed and 5G, while Three and Vodafone cover up to 99 percent of the population. In cities like London, Manchester and Edinburgh, coverage is excellent, but in the Scottish Highlands and in remote parts of Wales the signal can drop out. Networks: EE, VodafoneThree, Virgin Media O2.
For a city trip, 3 to 5 GB is enough. Those who plan road trips through the Highlands or countryside are better off choosing 10 GB or more due to variable coverage.
Since Brexit, the United Kingdom falls outside the EU roaming zone, so a home plan may charge roaming fees there and an eSIM works out cheaper.
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Yes. Our eSIM gives you instant mobile data in United Kingdom on the local networks, with no roaming fees. Your phone needs to support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked.
It depends on your trip. For mostly maps and messaging, 1 to 3 GB is plenty. If you use navigation, social media and some streaming, plan for roughly 1 GB every two to three days.
Right after payment. You receive a QR code on screen and by email immediately. It is best to install it at home over Wi-Fi before you leave.
Yes. Your own SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts. The eSIM runs alongside it, purely for mobile data in United Kingdom.
The cheapest eSIM for United Kingdom at esimzu starts from €1,99, with a lowest-price guarantee. You pay in euros by Bancontact, card or crypto and receive the eSIM instantly by QR code, with no app or physical SIM card.
Not always. Due to Brexit, the UK is no longer part of the EU roaming zone, so some home operators charge roaming rates there. Check this in advance with your provider or choose an eSIM to avoid surprises.
In cities and villages, coverage is fine, but in the remote Highlands and on mountain roads the signal regularly drops out. EE and Three have the broadest coverage there, although some valleys and coastal areas remain without reception.