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Stay connected across Turkey — from Istanbul and the coast to Cappadocia. Pick a prepaid data bundle and get your eSIM by email within minutes.

Why travellers choose this

Everything you need on the road

Land with data on your phone: scan, connect and choose what fits your trip in advance.

  • Countrywide coverage

    Connect in cities, tourist areas and along many routes in Turkey. Coverage varies by location.

  • Tailored data plans

    Choose the data and validity that fit your trip upfront.

  • Flexible on your device

    Keep your own SIM for calls and use the eSIM for data.

  • Fast 4G/5G data

    Use 4G/5G for maps, messages and video calls where available.

  • No expensive roaming

    Pay upfront and avoid unexpected roaming charges.

  • Less plastic

    No plastic SIM card or extra packaging.

Activate on arrival

Scan the QR code on arrival and get online. No physical SIM card or store visit needed.

Choose your data bundle for Turkey

There are currently no eSIM bundles available for Turkey.

Bundle advice

Which eSIM fits your trip?

Not sure how many GB you need in Turkey? Choose your eSIM bundle by trip length, holiday plans and how you use your phone.

Popular choice

1 week holiday in Turkey

10 GB

A safe choice if you navigate daily, share photos, look things up and are often online away from Wi-Fi. Often fits travellers searching for the best eSIM Turkey holiday option.

For 3-5 days

City trip to Turkey

3-5 GB

Usually enough for Google Maps, WhatsApp, online tickets, restaurant bookings and occasional social media during a short eSIM Turkey trip of 7 days or less.

For heavy use

2 week holiday or road trip

20 GB or more

Useful if you are often on the move in Turkey, use a rental car, watch video regularly or want to use your phone as a hotspot.

For laptop & hotspot

Working from Turkey

20 GB or unlimited

Using data for video calls, laptop hotspot or daily work? Choose generously, so you are less dependent on Wi-Fi.

Installation

How your eSIM for Turkey works

You do not need to swap a physical SIM card. After your order, you receive clear instructions to install your eSIM.

  1. Choose your data bundle

    Select how many GB and how many days you need for your trip to Turkey.

  2. Receive your eSIM by email

    After payment, your QR code and installation instructions go straight to your inbox.

  3. Activate on arrival

    Install your eSIM in advance and switch it on once you are in Turkey. That way you are online quickly after arrival.

Tip: install your eSIM at home over Wi-Fi, but activate it only when you need it.

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What it does

What can you do with your Turkey eSIM?

A travel eSIM is built for mobile data. You browse and stream like at home, but regular calls and texts work differently than with a normal SIM card.

  • Use mobile data

    Yes

    Your Turkey eSIM handles all internet on your phone.

  • Use WhatsApp

    Yes

    Your existing WhatsApp account and number keep working.

  • Call via WhatsApp or FaceTime

    Yes

    These calls run over mobile data, so your Turkey eSIM is enough.

  • Keep your own phone number

    Yes

    Your regular SIM card stays active alongside the eSIM.

  • Standard calls and SMS

    Via your own SIM

    Most travel eSIMs are data-only. Regular calls and texts run on your normal SIM.

  • Use as personal hotspot

    Depends on bundle

    Hotspot support varies per bundle and provider. Check the details of the bundle you choose.

Want to stay reachable on your own number? Keep your regular SIM active and use the Turkey eSIM only for mobile data.

Why an eSIM is useful in Turkey

In Turkey you quickly rely on data for maps, translation, bookings and staying in touch. An eSIM means no hunting for a local SIM after you land.

Install the QR code at home on Wi‑Fi and turn on the data line when you arrive in Istanbul, Antalya or another airport.

Coverage in Turkey

Mobile coverage in Turkey is generally strong in cities, coastal resorts and popular travel corridors. Remote mountain or rural areas may vary.

  • 4G/5G in most urban and tourist areas.
  • Ideal for Google Maps, WhatsApp and mobile tickets.
  • Save offline maps as a backup on long coach or road trips.

Coverage depends on location, device and network partner.

Need help?

Frequently asked questions about eSIM in Turkey

Everything about compatibility, installation and using your eSIM abroad.

  • Instant email deliveryReceive your eSIM and instructions immediately after payment.
  • Works on eSIM-ready phonesCompatible with most eSIM smartphones and tablets.
  • Support when you get stuckWe are ready to help by email.

Ask support your question

Install before you leave. Enable the data line on arrival in Turkey or when you want the bundle to start.

Yes. WhatsApp stays on your existing number while mobile data runs on the eSIM.

3–5 GB suits light use. For daily navigation, social media and photos, 10 GB is often more comfortable.

Most holySim bundles allow hotspot. Monitor usage if you connect a laptop or tablet.

Yes. Your device must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked before ordering.

The best eSIM for Turkey depends on your trip length and data usage. The configurator shows which bundle fits your trip.

For light use such as WhatsApp, email and maps, 1 to 3 GB is often enough. Daily social media, photo uploads or navigation usually feel better with 5 to 10 GB.

Install your eSIM at home over Wi-Fi. Activate the data line when you arrive in Turkey or when you want to use the bundle.

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