Travel eSIM

Ireland
data from $2.99.

7 plans from 1GB to 50GB. Buy now, scan the QR, and your data works the moment you land.

Last checked: August 2026

If you're flying from the UK to Dublin for a tech interview, a conference, or a long weekend in Galway, don't assume your UK plan will work. The Common Travel Area lets you move freely, but it doesn't guarantee free mobile data. Many UK providers treat Ireland as a roaming destination, which means daily fees or throttled speeds. A dedicated Ireland eSIM removes that risk.

If you're coming from India — for a master's at UCD, Trinity, or a job in the Silicon Docks — you need data on day one. You won't have a local address or bank account for a postpaid contract. An eSIM works immediately. And you can keep your Indian SIM active for bank OTPs while the eSIM handles your data.

How much data for your trip

Match your data to your habits, not your itinerary.

Trip length Light use (maps, WhatsApp) Moderate (add social media) Heavy (streaming, video calls)
2–3 days 1GB 2GB 3GB
5–7 days 3GB 5GB 10GB
14+ days 5GB 10GB 20GB

Our curated plans start at 5GB for 30 days — from $X.XX. That covers a week of moderate use with room to spare. If you're staying longer or tethering to a laptop, the 10GB and 20GB tiers are better value.

Two practical notes for Ireland

Dublin Airport: Wi-Fi is free but patchy in arrivals. Install your eSIM before you fly, so you have data the moment you land. You'll need it for the taxi app or to message your host.

Hotspot and OTPs: Use your Ireland eSIM as a hotspot for your laptop. Keep your home SIM active for SMS — especially if you're from India and need bank OTPs. Disable data on the home SIM to avoid roaming charges.

Install before you fly

Buy the eSIM, scan the QR code, and you're done. It takes under two minutes. Data starts when you connect in Ireland, not before. Follow the setup guide for iPhone and Android if you get stuck.

No contracts, no registration at a shop, no paperwork. Just data on a major Irish network from the moment you arrive.

Get your Ireland eSIM — from $X.XX for 5GB.

Questions, answered

Will my UK eSIM work in Ireland?

Not necessarily. Ireland is not in the EU roaming zone for UK networks, despite the Common Travel Area. A UK plan may charge you roaming rates. A separate Ireland eSIM avoids this entirely.

How much data do I need for a week in Ireland?

For a 7-day trip with maps, WhatsApp, and light social media, 3GB is usually enough. If you plan to stream video or use video calls daily, go for 5GB or more.

Can I keep my Indian SIM for OTPs while using an Ireland eSIM?

Yes. Install the Ireland eSIM for data and keep your Indian SIM active for bank OTPs and SMS. You can disable data on the Indian SIM to avoid international roaming charges.

When does my Ireland eSIM data start?

Data starts on your first connection to a network in Ireland. You can install the eSIM before you travel, but the 30-day validity period only begins once you land and connect.

Is Ireland eSIM cheaper than buying a local SIM at the airport?

Usually yes. Airport SIMs often have inflated prices and require registration. Our Ireland eSIM is delivered by email within a minute, and costs from $X.XX for 5GB.

Does the Ireland eSIM support hotspot tethering?

Yes. You can use your Ireland eSIM as a hotspot for your laptop or tablet. Check your phone's hotspot settings after installing the eSIM profile.

How it works

Three steps, no SIM card

Buy

Pick a plan, pay by card. QR arrives by email within a minute.

Install before you fly

Scan the QR on Wi-Fi at home. Takes two minutes. Keep your main SIM in.

Land and switch on

Enable data roaming on the Slashtel line. Done — no shops, no queues.