Searching from the UK for a Vodafone eSIM for Turkey? You probably want one of two things. Either you want to know what your Vodafone plan does in Turkey, or you want a data eSIM that runs on Vodafone's network there. This guide covers both, using what Vodafone publishes and dated prices from eSIM sellers.
In short: Vodafone UK lists Turkey among the destinations of its pay monthly roaming zones, and pay as you go customers need an Extra or a daily charge. The pages we checked give no consumer price for Turkey. A travel eSIM with a fixed price is easier to budget. In Turkey, PuraSIM's eSIM connects to the Vodafone (5G) network. For trips of a few days with light use, check your Vodafone plan first. Planning a month away or heavy use? Compare eSIM prices first.
Updated: November 2026
Is there a Vodafone eSIM for Turkey?
Yes, in two ways. Your own Vodafone plan can work in Turkey through roaming. Or you can buy a travel eSIM that connects to Vodafone's network there. The PuraSIM feed, checked on 26 September 2026, lists Vodafone (5G) as the network for the Turkey plan.
The right choice depends on how long you stay and how much data you need. If your plan already covers Turkey, you may not need anything extra for a short trip. A travel eSIM fits if you want a fixed price and a separate data line. PuraSIM's plans sit in the Turkey eSIM collection. For the wider picture on Vodafone eSIMs, see our Vodafone eSIM guide.
What does Vodafone UK offer in Turkey?
On Vodafone UK pay monthly plans, Turkey is among the 84 destinations in Zones A, B and C. Pay as you go customers face a choice: an Extra that covers Turkey, or a daily charge. Both facts come from Vodafone's global roaming page, checked on 11 November 2026.
The details, from Vodafone's global roaming page (checked on 11 November 2026):
- Pay monthly: the page lists Turkey among destinations in Zones A, B and C, next to Australia, Mexico and the USA.
- Pay as you go: pick an Extra for your destination, or pay a daily charge to use your phone.
- Pay as you go Plus: an Extra is required to roam.
- New pay as you go customers: first activate the SIM by topping up at least £5 or buying a Big Value Bundle, then add an Extra.
The page text we checked does not show a price for Turkey. So we cannot give you a daily or Extra price, and we will not multiply one by the days of your trip. The total depends on your plan and on any cap on daily charges, so look at your own plan's roaming terms before you fly.
What about Vodafone business plans in Turkey?
Vodafone's Business Traveller offer, for companies with 10 or more connections, puts Turkey in Europe Zone 2. Your UK plan works there for £2.50 a day, per Vodafone's Business Traveller zones document checked on 11 November 2026.
The source is Vodafone's Business Traveller zones PDF. The document gives the daily rate, but the part we checked does not state a cap on days charged per bill, so we do not calculate a total for a week or a month. A freelancer or a single-line account is not covered by that offer, because it is for 10 or more connections.
What if your SIM is from Vodafone Ireland?
Turkey is in the country list of the Connect Abroad Daily Tariff for Vodafone Ireland SIMs. Usage over 50MB is charged per MB at the rate for the zone you roam in. A session logged on again within 24 hours gets a new 50MB daily allowance, according to Vodafone's Data Roaming document, checked on 11 November 2026. This applies to Irish SIMs, not UK ones.
Roaming or a travel eSIM: which suits you?
Use your Vodafone roaming if your plan already includes Turkey or you need only a little data for a couple of days. Choose a travel eSIM if you want a fixed price and a set amount of data, or if your plan has no roaming price you can check. Both work on a compatible phone.
| Criterion | Vodafone UK roaming | PuraSIM Turkey eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey covered? | Pay monthly: listed in Zones A, B and C. Pay as you go: an Extra or daily charge | Yes, a Turkey plan |
| Price shown for Turkey | None in the pages we checked for consumers | Fixed price per plan, from 1.14 GBP |
| Setup | Pay as you go: top up £5 or buy a bundle first, then add an Extra | You pick GB and days and pay only for that |
| Your number | Your own | Keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls |
| Network in Turkey | Vodafone's roaming partners | Vodafone (5G) |
| Hotspot | Depends on your plan | You can switch on the hotspot to share the connection |
Vodafone's Data Roaming document also says internet calls (VoIP) are not permitted in any of its Data Roaming tariffs. Relying on internet calling? Check your own plan's terms before you go.
How much does a Turkey eSIM cost?
Turkey plans on purasim.com, checked on 11 November 2026, run from 1.14 GBP for 100MB or 500MB up to 9.21 GBP for 10GB over 30 days. Other sellers charge more or less for the same size, so it is worth comparing before you buy.
| Plan | Price | Price per GB |
|---|---|---|
| 500MB, 7 days | 1.14 GBP | n/a |
| 1GB, 7 days | 2.30 GBP | 2.30 GBP |
| 3GB, 15 days | 4.22 GBP | 1.41 GBP (4.22 ÷ 3) |
| 3GB, 30 days | 4.22 GBP | 1.41 GBP (4.22 ÷ 3) |
| 5GB, 30 days | 6.14 GBP | 1.23 GBP (6.14 ÷ 5) |
| 10GB, 30 days | 9.21 GBP | 0.92 GBP (9.21 ÷ 10) |
What does the market look like?
MyBestSim lists 832 plans from 29 providers for Turkey, as checked on 11 November 2026. Its median prices:
- 1 GB for 7 days: 2.26 GBP across 24 plans, with the lowest price it shows at 0.60 GBP.
- 5 GB for 30 days: 6.58 GBP across 30 plans, lowest shown 1.32 GBP.
- 10 GB for 30 days: 11.50 GBP across 33 plans, lowest shown 2.21 GBP.
- 20 GB for 30 days: 16.76 GBP across 33 plans, lowest shown 4.00 GBP.
- Unlimited for 7 days: 17.00 GBP across 29 plans, lowest shown 2.60 GBP.
- Unlimited for 30 days: 40.00 GBP across 22 plans, lowest shown 17.99 GBP.
Next to those medians, PuraSIM's 1GB plan (2.30 GBP) sits close to the median. Its 5GB (6.14 GBP) and 10GB (9.21 GBP) plans sit below the medians. Some providers on the comparator list lower prices, for example Stellar Esim at 2.21 GBP for 10 GB and 30 days, as shown on MyBestSim on 11 November 2026. esimdata (data from 9 November 2026) shows 4,292 plans from 35 providers.
What do other sellers charge for 10 GB over 30 days?
| Provider | Price |
|---|---|
| eSIMX | 4.32 GBP |
| Roamify | 9.00 USD |
| Airhub | 9.90 USD |
| Ubigi | 13.00 USD |
| Nomad | 13.00 USD |
| SimLocal | 14.25 USD |
| GigSky | 14.29 USD |
| Airalo | 15.50 USD |
| aloSIM | 16.00 USD |
Currencies differ, so the table is a guide to the spread rather than an exact ranking. On price alone, eSIMX's published 10 GB plan is lower than PuraSIM's, so if cost is your only test, it is worth a look.
What about unlimited plans?
Airalo lists unlimited Turkey plans on its website, checked on 11 November 2026: 3 days for £9.00, 7 days for £19.00, 15 days for £30.00 and 30 days for £53.50. Holafly lists Unlimited at 27.50 USD for 7 days and 73.90 USD for 30 days, checked on 9 November 2026. For many trips a fixed GB plan costs less, as the next section shows. For more options, see our Turkey eSIM comparison.
How much data will you use in Turkey?
Most people use far less than they buy. In PuraSIM's own aggregated data up to 7 November 2026, travellers used on average 30% of the data in their plan, and half used less than 0.63 GB. The average per eSIM was 2.34 GB. These figures cover all destinations, not only Turkey.
A practical example: a week in Istanbul with maps, messaging and some social media may fit in 1GB to 3GB. The 3GB plan for 15 days costs 4.22 GBP, which works out at 1.41 GBP per GB (4.22 ÷ 3). For city specifics, read our Istanbul eSIM guide. Heavier use over a month is covered by 5GB to 10GB. Our guide on internet in Turkey compares other ways to get online.
What few people tell you
Vodafone's network in Turkey can be used without Vodafone roaming. Because it connects to Vodafone (5G), the network name on your phone may look familiar, but billing is separate from your UK plan.
Also, check the order of setup. A pay as you go SIM that is new needs a £5 top-up or a bundle before an Extra can be added, so do this before you fly. Going the eSIM route? Read our guide on installing a Turkey eSIM before you take off.
Rule of thumb: if you cannot find a price for Turkey in your own plan's terms, do not assume it is cheap. Get a fixed price before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vodafone UK include Turkey in roaming?
Yes for pay monthly plans: Vodafone's global roaming page, checked on 11 November 2026, lists Turkey among 84 destinations in Zones A, B and C. Pay as you go Plus users must add an Extra. Other Pay as you go customers can add an Extra or pay a daily charge.
How much does Vodafone charge per day in Turkey?
For Business Traveller accounts with 10 or more connections, Vodafone lists Turkey in Europe Zone 2 at £2.50 a day with a UK plan, checked on 11 November 2026. The consumer pages we checked show no Turkey price, so check your own plan's roaming terms.
Can I get a Vodafone network eSIM for Turkey?
Yes. Per the feed from 26 September 2026, the Turkey plan runs on Vodafone's (5G) network. Plans run from 1.14 GBP for 500MB over 7 days to 9.21 GBP for 10GB over 30 days, checked on 11 November 2026.
What do I need to do before roaming on pay as you go?
A new Vodafone pay as you go customer must first activate the SIM by topping up at least £5 or buying a Big Value Bundle, then add an Extra that covers Turkey. This comes from Vodafone's global roaming page, checked on 11 November 2026. Do it before you leave the UK.
Are internet calls allowed on Vodafone roaming data?
Vodafone's Data Roaming document says VoIP use is not permitted within any of its Data Roaming tariffs, checked on 11 November 2026. Planning to call over the internet in Turkey? Read your plan's terms first. That document is where the rule is written.
Conclusion
Short trip on a pay monthly plan that lists Turkey? Start with your own Vodafone roaming terms. For pay as you go, factor in the £5 top-up and the Extra or daily charge. A travel eSIM is easier to plan for a month away, heavy use or a fixed budget. 3GB for 15 days costs 4.22 GBP, and 10GB for 30 days costs 9.21 GBP. If the lowest price matters most, compare the table above, since eSIMX publishes a lower 10 GB price. Want Vodafone's network at a fixed price? PuraSIM's Turkey eSIM plans are worth a look. More background is in our Turkey eSIM guide (prices checked on November 11, 2026).
Sources
- mobimatter.com, checked on November 11, 2026
- Vodafone UK, global roaming, checked on 2026-11-11
- Vodafone Business Traveller zones, checked on 2026-11-11
- Vodafone Data Roaming document, checked on 2026-11-11
- PuraSIM Turkey eSIM, checked on 2026-11-11
- PuraSIM eSIM feed, checked on 2026-09-26
- MyBestSim, Turkey, checked on 2026-11-11
- esimdata, Türkiye, checked on 2026-11-11
- Airalo Turkey eSIM, checked on 2026-11-11
- Provider websites in the 10 GB table (eSIMX, Roamify, Airhub, Ubigi, Nomad, SimLocal, GigSky, aloSIM, Holafly), checked on 2026-11-09, eSIMX also on 2026-11-11
Written by Marc González Sáez, founder of PuraSIM.
