eSIM for Bulgaria
Bulgaria at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G
- Main carriers
- A1, Yettel, Vivacom
- Local eSIM
- Some local carriers issue eSIMs
- Calling code
- +359
Bulgaria's three major mobile networks—A1, Yettel, and Vivacom—provide coverage across 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G technologies. These networks operate on key frequency bands including 800 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2600 MHz, and 3.5 GHz, enabling modern smartphones to connect reliably across the country. A travel eSIM will function on any eSIM-compatible device and can connect to these networks without requiring a physical SIM card swap.
For visitors to Bulgaria, a travel eSIM is generally the better option compared to roaming on a home carrier or obtaining a local SIM. Home-carrier roaming carries notably higher costs in Bulgaria. While some local carriers do issue eSIMs, travel eSIM country plans typically offer simpler setup and better value for short-term stays, making them the more practical choice for most travelers.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | A1, Yettel, Vivacom |
| Key travel bands | B20(800), B3(1800), B7(2600), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Europe |
| Capital | Sofia |
| Calling code | +359 |
Travel eSIM or local SIM in Bulgaria?
Home-carrier roaming is costly here; travel-eSIM country plans are available and generally cheaper and simpler than a local SIM for short stays. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Bulgaria
Live plans and prices here are supplied by the eSIM provider feed (Airalo / Holafly / Saily) at publish time — not stored or estimated on this page. A travel eSIM works on almost any modern eSIM-capable phone regardless of whether local carriers issue eSIMs. Open the plan finder →
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.