Italy eSIM
Stay online in Italy with a Globbi travel eSIM. Choose from 31 data plans, from 1 GB up to unlimited data, on 4G LTE networks. Your QR code arrives instantly, you keep your home SIM for calls and texts, and there are no roaming fees.
Popular Italy eSIM plans
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 3 days | $1.19 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | $2.79 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | $4.39 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | $7.79 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | $13.49 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | $29.19 |
| 100 GB | 30 days | $52.79 |
| Unlimited (1 GB/day at full speed) | 30 days | $21.89 |
| Unlimited (2 GB/day at full speed) | 30 days | $43.49 |
Why get a Italy eSIM from Globbi?
4G LTE in Italy
Fast data on Italy's local networks, from the moment you land.
Instant QR code
Delivered the second you pay, with one-tap install on iPhone.
Hotspot on every plan
Share your data with your laptop or travel buddies.
Keep your number
Data only. Your home SIM stays on for calls and texts.
31 plans from $1.19 to $52.79 · Italy on 4G LTE · top up anytime
Staying online in Italy
Train tickets, museum time slots, restaurant bookings and Google Maps through Rome’s backstreets: Italy is easier online. An Italy eSIM gets you connected as soon as you land, from Rome and Milan to the Amalfi Coast.
Mobile coverage
Coverage is very good in cities and along the main train lines. Signal can drop in mountain valleys in the Dolomites, on winding coastal roads and inside thick-walled old buildings and churches.
Main networks:TIMVodafoneWindTreIliad
Your Globbi eSIM connects to a partner network in Italy. Coverage depends on location, like any mobile network.
Good to know in Italy
- Book timed tickets for the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums and the Uffizi on your phone, often well in advance.
- Trenitalia and Italo tickets live in their apps. Keep your phone charged for ticket checks on board.
- Many cafés don’t offer Wi-Fi, so mobile data is the easiest way to stay online.
- Italy is in the EU and Schengen area, so a Europe eSIM also works if you are visiting neighbouring countries.
How much data do I need for Italy?
Not sure? Start smaller and top up anytime.
How to get online in Italy
1. Pick a plan
Choose your data and how long you need it. Checkout takes a minute.
2. Install on Wi-Fi
Scan the QR code before you fly. Here's our step-by-step install guide.
3. Land and connect
Turn on data roaming for the eSIM when you arrive, and you're online.
Do I need a visa for Italy?
Entry rules for common passports, checked by the Globbi team on 6 October 2026. Rules change, so always confirm with the European Commission: Schengen visa policy before you travel. Other passports? Try our visa checker.
| Passport | Entry | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No visa needed | 90 days |
| United States | No visa needed | 90 days |
| Canada | No visa needed | 90 days |
| Australia | No visa needed | 90 days |
| New Zealand | No visa needed | 90 days |
| Ireland | No visa needed EU citizens have freedom of movement. Just bring your passport or national ID card. | – |
| Germany | No visa needed EU citizens have freedom of movement. Just bring your passport or national ID card. | – |
| France | No visa needed EU citizens have freedom of movement. Just bring your passport or national ID card. | – |
| India | Visa needed Apply for a Schengen short-stay visa before you travel. | – |
| South Africa | Visa needed Apply for a Schengen short-stay visa before you travel. | – |
- Short stays are limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area, not per country.
- The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) registers non-EU visitors' fingerprints and a photo at the border.
- ETIAS travel authorisation has not launched yet. Don't pay any website claiming to sell one.
Italy eSIM FAQs
How much does a Italy eSIM cost?
Globbi Italy eSIM plans start from $1.19. Prices depend on how much data you need and for how long. There are 31 plans to choose from, and no hidden fees or roaming charges.
Do I need a visa for Italy?
United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Germany and France passport holders can visit visa-free. India and South Africa passport holders need a visa before they travel. Rules change, so always confirm with the European Commission: Schengen visa policy before you travel. Last checked by Globbi on 6 October 2026.
When does my Italy eSIM plan start?
Your plan starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Italy, so you can install it before you travel.
Can I use hotspot with the Italy eSIM?
Yes. Hotspot/tethering is allowed on all Italy plans, so you can share data with your laptop or travel companions.
Is the unlimited Italy eSIM really unlimited?
Yes, there's no data cap. Each unlimited plan includes a daily amount of full-speed data (for example 1 GB or 2 GB a day). After that, speeds are reduced until the next day.
Do I get a phone number with the Italy eSIM?
No. Globbi eSIMs are data-only. Keep your regular SIM on for calls and texts, or use WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime over data.
Will my phone work with a Italy eSIM?
Most unlocked phones from 2019 onwards support eSIM, including iPhone XR and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 3 and newer. Dial *#06#: if you see an EID, your phone supports eSIM.
Should I get an Italy eSIM or a Europe eSIM?
If you are only visiting Italy, an Italy eSIM is usually the best value. If you are also travelling to France, Switzerland or elsewhere, a Europe eSIM covers it all on one plan.
Does it work on the Amalfi Coast and in the Dolomites?
Yes, in towns and on main roads. Expect patchy signal on remote mountain trails and some cliffside stretches.