Best eSIM for Greece — Instant Data Plans
Greece eSIMs from LTE.app activate in under 2 minutes on Cosmote and Vodafone Greece (also Wind Hellas) — no contract, no airport SIM kiosk, no roaming bill.
Greece's island-hopping routes and ancient sites are more enjoyable with reliable connectivity — an eSIM works across all major Greek islands without extra charges.
Your calls stay on your home number.
Your data runs on LTE.app.
Most modern iPhones and Android phones support two connections at once. Keep your existing SIM active — your number never changes, your apps keep working. Just add a Greece data plan on top.
- ✓ Calls and texts work normally
- ✓ WhatsApp, iMessage unchanged
- ✓ Bank 2FA still arrives
- ✓ Nothing to cancel or port
- ✓ Full 4G / 5G speeds
- ✓ Hotspot included
- ✓ Activates the moment you land
- ✗ ~$10–15 per day, every day
- ✗ Throttled after 512 MB
- ✗ No hotspot on most plans
- ✗ Bill shock when you get home
Why LTE.app
Top cities in Greece
Same eSIM, full coverage. Tap a city for local connectivity tips, neighbourhoods, and transit notes.
Major airports in Greece
Activate before you board. Each airport guide covers Wi-Fi, ground transport, and arrival tips.
Best eSIM for Greece — what you need to know
LTE.app offers eSIM plans for Greece. Plans are instant — purchase, scan the QR code in Settings, and your data is live. No physical SIM, no airport queue, no contract.
Coverage is provided through Cosmote and Vodafone Greece and Wind Hellas, giving you data across Athens, Santorini, Mykonos and beyond. Cosmote covers the mainland and most islands reliably; some smaller Cyclades islands have 3G-only coverage.
Why use an eSIM in Greece?
Greece eSIM coverage & networks
LTE.app plans in Greece route through Cosmote, Vodafone Greece, Wind Hellas. Cosmote covers the mainland and most islands reliably; some smaller Cyclades islands have 3G-only coverage.
Major destinations covered include Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, and Corfu. Urban areas and popular tourist sites generally have reliable 4G LTE; rural and mountainous areas may vary.
More questions about Greece eSIMs
Does the eSIM work as a hotspot in Greece?+
Hotspot supported.
Does the Greece eSIM include a phone number?+
Data-only — no Greek number.
Which network will my eSIM use in Greece?+
LTE.app plans in Greece use Cosmote and Vodafone Greece and Wind Hellas. The network your device connects to depends on your plan and device compatibility.
Can I top up or extend my Greece eSIM?+
Some plans allow top-ups or extensions from within the LTE.app. If you run out of data, you can purchase an additional plan — the new eSIM will be delivered instantly as a QR code.
Travelling nearby?
Extend your trip or compare plans for neighbouring destinations.
Italy eSIM →
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Croatia eSIM →
Bulgaria eSIM →Greece eSIM vs nearby destinations
How Greece eSIM coverage and pricing stack up against neighboring travel destinations. Tap a country to see its own plans and full coverage breakdown.
| Country | Carriers | From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece← this page | Cosmote · Vodafone Greece | See plans | |
| Italy | TIM · Vodafone Italy | See plans | Plans → |
| Turkey | Turkcell · Vodafone Turkey | See plans | Plans → |
| Croatia | HT (Hrvatski Telekom) · A1 Croatia | See plans | Plans → |
| Bulgaria | A1 Bulgaria · Telenor Bulgaria | See plans | Plans → |
Greece
Italy
Turkey
Croatia
BulgariaCarrier list is the primary partner network in each country; plans on smaller destinations may also fall back to additional roaming partners. "From" price refers to the cheapest published LTE.app plan — see each country page for current rates.
Greece by the numbers
Each figure links to its primary source — these are not LTE.app estimates.
Greece welcomed approximately 32 million international tourist arrivals in 2023, a record high. Source: Bank of Greece (tourism balance of payments)
Cosmote (OTE Group) leads the Greek market, followed by Vodafone Greece and Nova (formerly Wind). Source: EETT (Hellenic Telecommunications Authority)
Background context for Greece draws partly on Wikivoyage, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Going to Greece? Pick the right plan for how you travel.
Different travelers need different eSIM sizes and features. Pick your travel style:
What you need to know
This eSIM provides data access only. It does not include a Greece phone number. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Signal for calls.
Set up the eSIM at home over Wi-Fi before your trip. Data only starts counting once you connect to a local network on arrival.
Mobile hotspot is available on most Greece plans. Share your data with a laptop or travel companion without extra cost.
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Most iPhones from 2018 and flagship Android phones from 2020 support eSIM.
Your QR code is emailed the moment your payment completes — no waiting, no shipping, no airport queue.
How to install your Greece eSIM
Note for Greece: Install before landing at ATH or SKG. Some smaller islands (Ikaria, Kastellorizo) have limited coverage — download offline maps before island-hopping.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use an eSIM in Greece?
When does my Greece eSIM activate?
Can I use mobile hotspot (tethering) in Greece?
Can I use my regular SIM and the Greece eSIM at the same time?
How fast is the data in Greece?
Do I need to show ID to buy a Greece eSIM?
Does the Greece eSIM include a phone number?
Can I buy more data if I run out in Greece?
When should I install the eSIM?
What is the refund policy?
Will my device work in Greece?
Can I transfer the eSIM to another device?
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Greece travel connectivity
All Greece pages — linked for faster research