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| Data | Validity | Price (USD) | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | $2.59 | $2.59 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | $3.29 | $1.65 |
| 3 GB | 15 days | $3.59 | $1.20 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $3.69 | $1.23 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $4.39 | $0.88 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $8.49 | $0.85 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $17.99 | $0.90 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | $35.59 | $0.71 |
Prices checked 7 November 2026. All-in price in USD, no roaming charges, QR by email in minutes. Data only; keep your own number for calls and texts.
Slashtel Netherlands eSIMs start at $2.59 for 1GB over 7 days, across 8 plans. The lowest price per GB is $0.71 on the 50GB plan. A one-week trip costs from $2.59 (1GB). It connects to Vodafone and KPN on up to 5G. It is data only: your own number stays active for calls, SMS and bank codes. The QR code arrives by email within minutes; install it on Wi-Fi before you fly and the days start when it first connects in the Netherlands. Prices checked 7 November 2026.
Last checked: October 2026
Looking for an eSIM for the Netherlands? Slashtel offers a data only eSIM from $2.59 that connects automatically to Vodafone or KPN. Choose from 1GB to 50GB and 7, 15 or 30 days. It works for Amsterdam breaks, cycling trips and business travel. No local number and no calls or SMS. You keep your home SIM for those.
When choosing an eSIM for the Netherlands, focus on coverage on the main networks, enough data for your trip, a validity period that matches your stay, hotspot support and easy installation before you fly. The eSIM should connect to Vodafone or KPN, which are the networks we list. Check that the data allowance fits your daily habits. A short city break uses less than a cycling tour with maps and photos. Make sure the plan lasts as long as your trip. If you need to share data with a laptop, confirm hotspot is included. Install the eSIM before departure so you can activate it on arrival. If you are asking what is the best eSIM for the Netherlands, compare these points rather than brand claims. Slashtel aims to make the choice simple.
Slashtel offers Netherlands plans from $2.59, with data sizes from 1GB to 50GB and durations of 7, 15 or 30 days. The table below shows the plan sizes and durations. Prices are live and shown in USD. The from price is $2.59 for the smallest plan. For current prices, see the tokens in the table.
| Plan | Price from |
|---|---|
| 1GB | $2.59 |
| 2GB | $3.29 |
| 3GB | $3.69 |
| 5GB | $4.39 |
| 10GB | $8.49 |
| 20GB | $17.99 |
| 50GB | $35.59 |
All plans are data only. You can top up if you need more data during your trip.
The Netherlands eSIM connects automatically to Vodafone or KPN, giving you coverage on the main networks without manual selection. Your device will pick the network with the strongest signal. You do not need to choose one. Coverage is typically good in cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht, and along popular cycling routes. However, indoor coverage and rural areas can vary. The eSIM supports 5G where available. We do not claim specific speeds or coverage percentages. For business travellers, the automatic network selection means you can stay connected without adjusting settings. If you move around the country, the eSIM will switch networks as needed.
For a short break, 1GB to 2GB is often enough, while longer trips and heavy use may need 5GB or more. Here are typical trip types and suggested data sizes:
These are guidelines. Your actual use depends on apps and habits. You can top up at any time.
Install your Netherlands eSIM before you travel so it is ready to activate when you arrive. Installation takes a few minutes. You will receive a QR code or manual instructions. Use the guide for your phone: install eSIM on iPhone and Android. Before you buy, check that your phone supports eSIM: is my phone eSIM compatible?. Once installed, keep the eSIM turned off until you reach the Netherlands. Then enable it and turn on data roaming. The eSIM will connect automatically.
The Netherlands eSIM is data only, so you cannot make traditional calls or send SMS with it. However, you can use WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps for calls and messages over data. Keep your home SIM active for calls and bank codes. Your home number stays the same. To avoid roaming charges, turn off data roaming on your home SIM and use the eSIM for data. The eSIM does not provide a local phone number. This setup is ideal for travellers who need to stay reachable on their home number while using affordable data.
Here are answers to common questions about the Netherlands eSIM.
Yes, the Netherlands eSIM is data only. It does not include a local phone number, calls or SMS. You can use WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps for calls and messages over data.
You can make calls and send messages through apps like WhatsApp and FaceTime, which use data. Traditional calls and SMS require your home SIM. Keep your home SIM active for calls and bank codes.
Yes, the eSIM supports hotspot, so you can share your data connection with a laptop or other devices. Check your phone settings to enable personal hotspot.
The plan starts when you first connect to a network in the Netherlands. It does not start when you purchase or install it. Install before you fly, then enable it on arrival.
Yes, you can top up your plan at any time from your Slashtel account. Top ups add more data without changing your plan duration.
Most modern iPhones and Android phones support eSIM. Check our compatibility guide at /guides/is-my-phone-esim-compatible to confirm your model. Your phone must be carrier unlocked.
For most trips a 5GB to 10GB data eSIM valid for 30 days is the right size: Slashtel's 5GB plan for the Netherlands is $4.39 on Vodafone and KPN. Install it before you fly, keep your home SIM on for calls and bank texts, and top up the same eSIM if you run low.
From $2.59 for 1GB valid 7 days, as of 7 November 2026. Longer trips: two weeks from $3.29 (2GB), one month from $3.69 (3GB).
$0.71 per GB on the 50GB plan (30 days, $35.59). Bigger plans usually cost less per GB, so buy the size you expect to use.
Vodafone and KPN, with speeds up to 5G where available. The eSIM picks the strongest network automatically.
No. Slashtel eSIMs are data only, with no local number, calls or SMS. WhatsApp and other internet calls work, and your home SIM can stay on for calls and OTP texts.
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the Netherlands, not when you buy it, so you can buy and install it before you travel.
The Euro (EUR).
Contactless bank card or phone (Netherlands public transport): buy at Tap in and out with the same card or phone; no registration or Dutch bank account needed.
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS): Train from the station below the airport to Amsterdam Centraal; sprinters about 8 per hour.
Pick a plan, pay by card. QR arrives by email within a minute.
Scan the QR on Wi-Fi at home. Takes two minutes. Keep your main SIM in.
Enable data roaming on the Slashtel line. Done, no shops, no queues.
Money, getting around and the apps you'll need. Facts checked 2026-10.
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS): Train from the station below the airport to Amsterdam Centraal; sprinters about 8 per hour
Sources: schiphol.nl
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