Cheapest eSIM for Moldova
| 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 |
5 GB | 30 Days | $3.33 | $0.67 | Great | Get |
| 4 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 15 Days | $2.10 | $0.70 | Great | Get |
| 5 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 30 Days | $2.24 | $0.75 | Good | Get |
| 6 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 1 Day | $2.38 | $0.79 | Good | Get |
| 7 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 1 Day | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 8 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 7 Days | $1.29 | $1.29 | Fair | Get |
| 9 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 3 Days | $7.14 | $2.38 | Very expensive | Get |
| 10 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 3 Days | $2.65 | $2.65 | Very expensive | Get |
| 11 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
3 GB | 7 Days | $16.66 | $5.55 | Very expensive | Get |
| 12 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 15 Days | $13.23 | $13.23 | Very expensive | Get |
| 13 | MegaEsim Coupon: SUMMER10 |
1 GB | 30 Days | $26.46 | $26.46 | Very expensive | Get |
Cheapest eSIM for Moldova: the numbers
As of 30 August 2026, 21:31 GMT, the cheapest eSIM for Moldova is MegaEsim with 5 GB for 1 Day at $2.87. That is $0.57 per GB, the best rate of the 13 plans we compare from 1 provider. 13 plans include 5G. 13 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 Moldova have?
Moldcell alone reports 4G coverage of 96.13 percent of the population, and nationally 93.3 percent of mobile connections are broadband with a median mobile download speed of 54.05 Mbps in late 2025.
- Orange Moldova: Orange is the market leader, was rated Moldova's top mobile network in 2023 testing, and ran its first 5G trial in Chisinau in June 2024.
- Moldcell: Moldcell launched Moldova's first 5G service in April 2024 and reports 4G population coverage of 96.13 percent.
- Unite (Moldtelecom): Unite is the mobile brand of state-owned Moldtelecom and is the smallest of the three networks.
The eSIM plans we compare on this page connect to:
Is 5G available in Moldova?
5G is young here. Moldcell switched on the first 5G in April 2024, Orange followed with trials, and coverage is still limited to pockets. A 2025 multiband auction gave all three operators 5G spectrum with licences running to 2050.
How much data do you need in Moldova?
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 Moldova right now:
eSIM or a local SIM at the airport in Moldova?
An eSIM is ready before you land. No queue, no shop, no handing over your passport at a counter. Data for Moldova 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 Moldova 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 Moldova
Moldova is not an EU member, but since 1 January 2026 it is inside the EU roam like home area, so EU and EEA SIMs work here at domestic rates and Moldovan SIMs do the same in the EU. Passport registration is mandatory when buying a local SIM.
Chisinau Airport has Orange, Moldcell and Unite kiosks in the arrivals area. Staff scan your passport and the SIM is usually live within 10 to 15 minutes. Kiosks meet most flights but can be shut for arrivals after about 11pm.
Since January 2026 an EU SIM covers Moldova with no roaming fees, which removes the main reason tourists bought local SIMs. Local prepaid is still very cheap, with starter SIMs from under a dollar in city shops. Coverage does not reliably extend into Transnistria, which runs its own operator.
Moldova Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using an eSIM in Moldova
What is the cheapest eSIM for Moldova?
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 Moldova?
The plans we compare connect to Orange. The exact network depends on the plan you pick. Check the plan details before you buy if one network matters to you.
Do Moldova eSIMs support 5G?
13 of the 13 plans we track for Moldova include 5G where the local network offers it. The rest run on 4G, which is still fine for maps, calls over apps, and video.
Can I top up my Moldova eSIM if I run out?
Yes. 13 of the 13 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 Moldova?
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 13 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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