Pay once and you're done
No surprise bills when you get back. Pick your GB and days, pay a fixed price and browse worry-free. If you don't use it, we refund you.
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eSIM Portugal
4.8/5Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
100% secure payment
Refund 180 days if unactivated
Instant delivery
Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges. Fair use: Light 1 GB/day and Ultra 2 GB/day at full speed; after that, 512 Kbps until the daily reset.
Coverage in Portugal- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Portugal
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Refund if we can't get it working
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed3G / 4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM Portugal to travel with internet in Portugal without roaming from the moment you land. Arrive in Lisbon, Porto or the Algarve and connect in a minute: scan the QR code that reaches your email, without changing your physical SIM or paying roaming. Ideal for Google Maps, WhatsApp, translating or sharing by hotspot.
You browse over Portugal's local networks (Vodafone and NOS) with 4G/5G coverage in cities and along the coast. Choose the GB and days you need and pay only for that; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your companions.
What's included
- 4G/5G data in Portugal
- Share your connection by hotspot with your travel companions
- Keep your usual number: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage stay active
- You receive the activation QR by email in under 1 minute
- Top up data whenever you like, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- It's a data-only plan: no traditional calls or SMS, though VoIP apps like WhatsApp work
- Your phone must be eSIM compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you leave: you have 180 days from purchase to do so
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: PT - Vodafone 5G, PT - NOS 5G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
The (almost) 5-star eSIM
The eSIM was very easy to install and, once I reached my destination, I had a connection from the very first moment without having to worry about roaming.
Activation was quick and simple, and I had a connection the whole time with no hassle. Coverage and speed were very good.
I went on a trip around Latin America and had coverage everywhere, at a very good price. Highly recommended 💪🏼
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Portugal
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Portugal without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in more than 200 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
eSIM plans for Portugal
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Portugal.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal · 1 GB | 7 days | €2,66 |
| Portugal · 3 GB | 30 days | €5,33 |
| Portugal · 3 GB | 15 days | €5,33 |
| Portugal · 5 GB | 30 days | €7,56 |
| Portugal · 10 GB | 30 days | €12,01 |
| Portugal · 20 GB | 30 days | €22,25 |
| Portugal · 50 GB | 30 days | €52,96 |
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Portugal plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSIM.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSIM and enable roaming.
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSIM eSIM for Portugal is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Portugal: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €2,66
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Connect in 200+ destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Portugal, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSIM eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Portugal from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSIM eSIMs for Portugal have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Portugal. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSIM eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Portugal data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSIM in Portugal without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Portugal with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Portugal you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Portugal, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Portugal as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Portugal, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSIM eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Portugal plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Portugal plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Portugal. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
Learn to travel connected
More about the Portugal eSIM
eSIM for Portugal: internet without roaming
With a Portugal eSIM, you land in Lisbon, Porto, or the Algarve with mobile data active from the moment you arrive — no need to hunt for a store or swap your physical SIM. Our eSIM connects to the country's main networks (MEO, Vodafone Portugal, and NOS), the same ones locals use, so you get reliable 4G/5G coverage in the city and along the coast. Buy your plan, receive the QR by email, and you're ready to travel — use Google Maps, WhatsApp, or upload photos without relying on hotel Wi-Fi.
Roaming in Portugal: why an eSIM makes sense for you
Portugal is part of the European Union, so technically you can use your home plan while roaming. The catch is that many carriers cap roaming data, throttle speeds once you hit the limit, or restrict usage if you're abroad for too long. An eSIM gives you a plan designed for travel: activate and deactivate it whenever you want, keep your regular number (so you still receive calls and bank SMS), and avoid any surprise charges on your bill. It's the convenience of dedicated data without swapping SIMs or phones.
How much does an eSIM for Portugal cost?
You choose the GB based on how many days you're staying and your usage. For a weekend getaway to Lisbon, 1 GB is usually enough; for a week between Porto and the Douro Valley, 3 GB gives you plenty; and if you're spending two weeks exploring the Algarve with maps, videos, and navigation, go for 5 GB or a higher plan. You pay once — no contracts, no hidden top-ups — and you know the price of your Portugal eSIM upfront.
eSIM vs. physical SIM in Portugal
The old-school SIM card for Portugal means finding a tobacco shop or carrier store, showing your passport, and physically swapping the chip — losing your number in the process. The eSIM is purely digital: it installs on your current phone in two minutes, you can set it up before leaving home, and it works alongside your regular line. Fewer queues, zero plastic, and the peace of mind of landing already connected. Check out all destinations if your trip combines Portugal with other countries.
Does the eSIM work in Lisbon, Porto, or the Algarve?
Yes. The eSIM works across all of Portugal thanks to agreements with MEO, Vodafone, and NOS. You'll have mobile data in Portugal in major cities (Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Coimbra), along the tourist coast of the Algarve (Faro, Lagos, Albufeira), in Sintra, and even in parts of Madeira. 4G coverage is widespread, and you'll find 5G in urban areas — perfect for sharing your trip in real time.
How do you activate the Portugal eSIM?
After purchase, you receive a QR code by email. Scan it from your phone's settings, wait until you're in Portugal (or arrive) to activate the data, and you're good to go — no weird apps or complicated setup. If it's your first time, follow our step-by-step eSIM guide: check that your phone is eSIM-compatible beforehand, and stop worrying about expensive roaming for the rest of your trip.
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