There are more than 180 providers offering eSIMs in Ireland, and over 13 400 prepaid data plans are available. This wide variety of options makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Ireland?

Several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans that cover Ireland. These plans are available from abesteSIM, Roamify, MicroEsim, Yesim, Earth Esim, EtravelSIM, Truely, Ohayu, and FairPlay. Each provider’s unlimited plan typically lasts between one and fifteen days, with some offering shorter durations such as seven or ten days. While the data is not capped, the speed may be throttled by the operator; for example, abesteSIM and MicroEsim impose a 10 Mbps speed limit, Earth Esim offers either a 5 Mbps or 10 Mbps cap, Ohayu limits speed to 1 Mbps, and the other providers allow higher speeds but without a specified limit. All these plans use 5 G networks. Prices for the unlimited options range from around $2.40 USD to $36.00 USD, providing a wide budget range for travelers looking for continuous connectivity in Ireland.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Ireland?

In Ireland, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are:

Vodafone Ireland: A subsidiary of the global Vodafone Group, offering extensive 4G and expanding 5G services nationwide.
Three Ireland: Part of CK Hutchison Holdings, providing comprehensive mobile voice and data services, including 4G and 5G coverage.
Eir Mobile: One of Ireland's largest telecommunications companies, delivering mobile services alongside fixed-line broadband and digital TV.

Additionally, several Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operate in Ireland by leasing access from these major carriers. Notable MVNOs include Tesco Mobile and Virgin Mobile. It's important to note that most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Ireland?

Yes, travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and support for SMS are available for Ireland. The main providers are Giga.Tel, Orange Travel, and GlobaleSIM. Giga.Tel offers Irish numbers with the dialing code +353 and inbound/outbound voice and SMS on plans ranging from 20GB to 50GB for about 11.75 USD to 20.95 USD with a 30‑day validity. Orange Travel supplies Ireland coverage with a Polish‑based number (dialing code +48) that allows inbound/outbound calls and SMS; its plans range from 1 GB for 5.99 USD to 10 GB for 20.99 USD, all valid for 7 to 14 days. GlobaleSIM provides Ireland coverage using U.S. numbers (dialing code +1) that offer inbound/outbound calls and inbound SMS; their plans run from 1 GB for 4.00 USD to 20 GB for 18.00 USD, with validity periods of 7 to 30 days.

The Giga.Tel plans give a truly local Irish number, while both Orange Travel and GlobaleSIM use foreign numbers—Polish for Orange Travel and U.S. for GlobaleSIM—so callers will see a non‑Irish country code on their device and any local call or SMS charges will be handled by the foreign number holder.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 27, 2026