eSIM Turkey: Prepaid Data Plans
Turkey eSIM plans start at $3.49 for 3 GB; our top plan for Turkey alone is 50 GB for 30 days at $28.99 (NextLink), the top multi-country one 50 GB at $39.99 (3 countries). Here a plan for Turkey alone costs less per GB than any multi-country plan (83 plans from 6 vetted providers).
Turkey eSIM at a glance
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Networks used by Turkey eSIMs
Each plan connects to the networks listed on its page, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Coverage varies by area: a listed network does not guarantee signal everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register my phone's IMEI in Turkey?
Not for a typical trip. Under BTK rules, a phone brought from abroad can use Turkish mobile networks for 120 days without registration. After that, unregistered phones are cut off from Turkish networks, though Wi-Fi still works. Staying longer? Registration is done through e-Devlet and carries a fee, so check the current rules on BTK's site before you go.
Reviewed Oct 6, 2026 · Source
Should I install my Turkey eSIM before I travel?
Yes. Install it at home over Wi-Fi a day or two before you fly, and turn it on when you land; most plans only start counting days at first use, as the plan page states. In Turkey this matters more than elsewhere, because installing an eSIM over Turkish networks can fail.
Reviewed Oct 6, 2026 · Source
Can I use my UK phone in Turkey, or is an eSIM cheaper?
Your UK phone will work in Turkey, but Turkey is outside the EU and, on most UK plans, outside the cheaper Europe roaming zone. EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three usually charge a daily fee there unless your plan includes worldwide roaming; Three, for example, lists £8 per 24 hours for customers who joined from 18 December 2025. Over a week or two those fees add up, so check your plan in your carrier's app before you go and compare the total with the plans on this page.
Reviewed Oct 7, 2026 · Source
How much does a tourist SIM card cost in Turkey?
At the time of writing, Turkcell lists its Tourist Welcome Pack, with 20 GB and 200 minutes for 28 days, at 1,800 lira. Counters at Istanbul's airports often charge more, extra fees for a new line can be added, and lira prices change often with inflation, so ask for the total before you pay. You need your passport to buy one, and a foreign phone can use a Turkish SIM for up to 120 days. An eSIM can be set up before you fly; compare the total with the plans on this page.
Reviewed Oct 7, 2026 · Source
What is the cheapest eSIM for Turkey?
The cheapest Turkey eSIM on MobiMatter is a plan for Turkey alone: $3.49 for 3 GB, valid for 15 days. Prices come live from 6 vetted providers and change often; the price on this page is the current one.
Is it worth getting an eSIM for Turkey?
For most travellers, yes, if your phone supports eSIM. Turkey plans start at $3.49 for 3 GB, and the longest lasts 365 days, which suits long stays and repeat visits. If your home plan already covers Turkey at no extra cost, you may not need one.
Which networks do Turkey eSIMs use?
Turkey eSIMs on MobiMatter run on Türk Telekom, Turkcell, and Vodafone; 5G plans are available on Türk Telekom, Turkcell, and Vodafone. Türk Telekom carries the most plans. Each plan names its network, so you choose your carrier before you buy.
Which eSIM is best for Turkey?
For Turkey alone, our top plan right now is 50 GB for 30 days at $28.99 from NextLink. If Turkey is one stop of several, the top multi-country plan is 50 GB for 30 days at $39.99 from Sparks, covering 3 countries.
How much data do I need for a week in Turkey?
It depends on how you use your phone. Light use (maps, messaging, browsing) takes about 0.5–1 GB a day; scrolling a lot of social video can take 2–3 GB or more. Typical use per hour:
- Instagram Reels, TikTok: 0.3–1 GB
- YouTube, Netflix at standard quality: 0.5–1 GB
- Video calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime): 0.5–1 GB
- Voice calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime Audio): 50–70 MB
- Maps and navigation: 2–6 MB
- Messaging and browsing: 50–150 MB
The cheapest Turkey plan with at least 5 GB for a week or longer is 5 GB for 30 days at $4.49.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Turkey?
Yes. Unlimited data plans for Turkey start at $21.99. Many unlimited plans slow down after a daily high-speed allowance, so check the fair-use terms on the plan page before you buy.
How it works
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Checkout using secure payment methods
Get your eSIM by email within seconds.
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Install eSIM
Instantly get your eSIM and configure it in your eSIM compatible device
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Enjoy high speed connectivity
Once eSIM is configured, you can enjoy high speed roaming data connectivity
Why get your Turkey eSIM from MobiMatter
All your eSIMs in one app
Buy, install and top up every eSIM in the MobiMatter app, and check how much data you have left at any time.
Choose your network
MobiMatter shows which network each plan uses, so you choose your carrier before you buy. Pick from 83 plans from 6 vetted providers with the data and price that fit your trip.
24/7 support
Our support team is available 24/7, before and after you buy, for every eSIM you get from MobiMatter.
What our customers say
5.0
Mentions TurkeyI'm using this app for the third time, I really like it, the network is stable in Turkey
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ДДарья Сергеева
Play Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyEasy and excellent rates for Turkey. I recommend it and I'll buy it again.
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FFrançois Delpierre
Play Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyI tested the speed. It connected even faster than the internet I use at home in Turkey. There's no need to unnecessarily enrich service providers. You can use it abroad with peace of mind.
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BBurak taşkın
Play Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyI have been using it for about 2 years and I am very satisfied. I used it in Greece, Bulgaria, and Romania, and I experienced internet speeds that I haven't seen in Turkey.
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SSebahattin Akbulut
App Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyIn Turkey and Georgia in the summer of 2025, I used the app, and everything worked perfectly! The prices are cheaper than buying a SIM card at the airport.
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YYury2701
App Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyI bought the service for the second time for a trip to Turkey. I had some trouble finding the right settings on my iphone. Support helped out immediately and everything was working well when I arrived in Turkey.
AAlex_M01
App Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyThis was my first e-SIM experience, and believe me, the signal is much better than the lines in Turkey. I traveled to four different cities in Indonesia and got 5G in all of them. 5 GB of internet lasted me three weeks. Thank you.
MM Bekir Bıçak
Play Store5.0
Mentions Turkey"Great app. I recommend it. It works flawlessly for Turkey."
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GGilgaxtrem
App Store5.0
Mentions TurkeyTurkey, Thailand, everything was great
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SStefan Kummer
Play Store5.0
I used over 4 times and their service is great, fast and reliable 😊 Customer service is also very quick to respond!
CCarmen Jost
App Store5.0
"I have traveled to many countries around the world and I am still traveling. Especially if you need to travel and work at the same time, Mobimatter is always with you, offering the most affordable, fast, and diverse internet options. I really enjoy using Mobimatter, which provides me with internet access under the best conditions in every country I visit, and I highly recommend it."
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NNese Nese
App Store5.0
Best price guaranteed! Instant activation! The package I chose worked in four countries without any problems, three of them in the non-SEE area.
SSebastian Petra
Play Store
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