Best eSIM for Turkey (2025)
Quick answer: For short trips, start with a local-country eSIM; for multi-country itineraries, a regional plan covering Europe/MEA is safer. Check hotspot & fair-use notes before you buy.
Quick picks
- Cheapest short trip: Airalo (local Turkey packs)
- Unlimited-style (FUP): Holafly (read fair-use)
- Regional bundle: Nomad (incl. nearby countries)
Recommended plans
Compare price, validity, and hotspot. “Unlimited” usually has fair-use limits.
- Local 3–5 GB / 7–15 days — simple tourist use (maps/social).
- 10–20 GB / 15–30 days — heavier use / hotspot occasionally.
- Regional 5–10 GB — if you’ll visit >1 country.
Setup (iPhone & Android)
- Buy a plan → get the QR code.
- iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Use QR.
- Set as Cellular Data, keep your physical SIM for calls.
- Turn on Data Roaming for the eSIM when you land.
FAQ
Does WhatsApp keep my number? Yes. It stays tied to your original number.
Can I hotspot? Most plans allow it; some “unlimited” limit tethering. Check plan details.