Cheapest eSIM for Bulgaria
| Rank | Provider | Data | Validity | Price (USD) | Price per GB | Verdict | Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
5 GB | 1 Day | $2.87 | $0.57 | Best value | Get |
| 2 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
10 GB | 30 Days | $5.99 | $0.60 | Great | Get |
| 3 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
50 GB | 30 Days | $29.89 | $0.60 | Great | Get |
| 4 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
5 GB | 30 Days | $3.33 | $0.67 | Great | Get |
| 5 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 15 Days | $2.10 | $0.70 | Great | Get |
| 6 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 30 Days | $2.24 | $0.75 | Good | Get |
| 7 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 1 Day | $2.38 | $0.79 | Good | Get |
| 8 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 1 Day | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 9 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 7 Days | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 10 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 3 Days | $7.14 | $2.38 | Very expensive | Get |
| 11 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 3 Days | $2.65 | $2.65 | Very expensive | Get |
| 12 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 7 Days | $16.66 | $5.55 | Very expensive | Get |
| 13 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 15 Days | $13.23 | $13.23 | Very expensive | Get |
| 14 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 30 Days | $26.46 | $26.46 | Very expensive | Get |
Cheapest eSIM for Bulgaria: the numbers
As of 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT, the cheapest eSIM for Bulgaria is MegaEsim with 5 GB for 1 Day at $2.87. That is $0.57 per GB, the best rate of the 14 plans we compare from 1 provider. 14 support top ups. That timestamp is the exact moment of our latest price check, and the table above always shows the live order.
Which mobile networks does Bulgaria have?
Vivacom reports 5G population coverage of 92 percent, and Opensignal's January 2026 report shows strong experience across all three national networks.
- A1 Bulgaria: A1 leads the market with about 2.9 million customers and a 36 percent share, and it wins or shares all of Opensignal's overall experience awards with particularly strong speeds.
- Vivacom: Vivacom sits second with around 2.6 million customers and reports 5G coverage of 92 percent of the population.
- Yettel: Yettel, formerly Telenor Bulgaria, holds about 31 percent of the market and wins Opensignal's 5G availability, reliability and time on network awards.
The eSIM plans we compare on this page connect to:
Is 5G available in Bulgaria?
All three operators run commercial 5G. A1 launched the first nationwide 5G network, Vivacom claims 92 percent population coverage, and Yettel scores best for 5G availability.
How much data do you need in Bulgaria?
Light use is about 500 MB a day. That covers maps, messages, and some browsing. Normal use with photos, social apps, and short videos runs 1 to 1.5 GB a day. Streaming and hotspot use can eat 2 to 3 GB a day. Here is what each size costs in Bulgaria right now:
eSIM or a local SIM at the airport in Bulgaria?
An eSIM is ready before you land. No queue, no shop, no handing over your passport at a counter. Data for Bulgaria starts at $2.87 on this page, which is hard for airport kiosks to beat. A local SIM still makes sense if you need a local phone number or plan to stay for months. For a normal trip, the eSIM wins on price and effort.
Setting up your Bulgaria eSIM
Buy your planYou get a QR code by email within minutes of paying.
Install before you flyScan the QR code on wifi at home. Airport and hotel wifi can be weak.
Turn it on when you landEnable the eSIM and turn on data roaming for it, then give it a minute to find the network.
Check the validity clockSome plans start counting at purchase, not at first use. Check before you buy.
Good to know before you land in Bulgaria
Bulgarian law requires ID for prepaid SIM registration, so carry your passport. Some shops also ask for a local address, and your hotel address works.
SIM cards are sold at Sofia Airport and in city shops, with tourist packages roughly 4 to 13 dollars for 30 days. City stores carry more plan options than the airport counters.
Bulgaria is in the EU, so a SIM from any EU or EEA country roams here at home rates under the roam like at home rules. Most European visitors need nothing extra.
Bulgaria Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using an eSIM in Bulgaria
What is the cheapest eSIM for Bulgaria?
Right now the cheapest option ranked by price per GB is MegaEsim with 5 GB for 1 Day at $2.87. That works out to $0.57 per GB. Prices change often, so the table above always shows the current order.
Which networks will my eSIM connect to in Bulgaria?
The plans we compare connect to A1, Telenor, Vivacom. The exact network depends on the plan you pick. Check the plan details before you buy if one network matters to you.
Do Bulgaria eSIMs support 5G?
The networks our plans use in Bulgaria currently run on 4G. That is enough for maps, messaging, video calls, and streaming in most cases.
Can I top up my Bulgaria eSIM if I run out?
Yes. 14 of the 14 plans here support top ups, so you can add data without buying a new eSIM. The rest need a fresh plan once the data ends.
Will I still receive bank SMS and OTP codes?
Yes, if you keep your home SIM active. Travel eSIMs are data only. Your phone can hold both at once, so leave your normal SIM on for SMS and use the eSIM for data. Turn off roaming data on the home SIM to avoid charges.
Do these eSIMs include a phone number or calls?
The plans we compare are data only, so there is no local number. Calls work fine over WhatsApp, FaceTime, or any app that uses data. If you need a real local number, a local SIM is the better tool.
How many GB do I need for a week in Bulgaria?
Around 3 to 5 GB covers a week of maps, messaging, and normal browsing. Heavy video or hotspot use needs 1 to 2 GB per day. Today the cheapest plan with at least 5 GB is MegaEsim at $2.87.
How we rank
Prices last checked on 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT across 14 plans. Every plan is ranked by the true cost per gigabyte, not marketing claims. We do not take money for rankings, and providers cannot pay for a higher position. Read the full method on our how we rank page.
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