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eSIM for Italy
🇮🇹 Italy eSIM from $2.90
Italy’s three big networks reach Sicily, Sardinia and the Vatican. Trains between cities dip; historic centres do not. You land connected on TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
Italy eSIM data plans — tax included
All Italy plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in Italy
Which networks does the Italy eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on TIM, Vodafone and WindTre — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in Rome and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Vatican City is covered by Italian networks.
- Sicily and Sardinia are included.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Rome and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several Italy eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the Italy package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your Italy eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in Italy
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see TIM in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
Italy eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for Italy cost?
Plans for Italy start at $2.90 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for $5.90. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the Italy eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on TIM, Vodafone and WindTre — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for Italy if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a Italy package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the Italy eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the Italy eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your Italy data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my Italy eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Italy, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in Italy?
Vatican City is covered by Italian networks. Sicily and Sardinia are included.
Nearby
All of Europe →Traveling on from Italy?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
Visiting several countries? The Europe regional plan covers Italy and its neighbors on one balance.
Land in Italy with your BFF already on.
From $2.90 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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