Does this avoid Turkey's 120-day IMEI block?

The block applies to foreign phones using local Turkish SIMs. A roaming eSIM isn't a local SIM, so it keeps working, that's a fact of how roaming works, not a workaround we control. Rules can change; we'll always say so plainly.

Which networks does it use in Turkey?

Fast local partner networks, selected automatically.

Do I get a Turkish phone number?

No, data only. WhatsApp and FaceTime calls work normally on your existing number.

Can I top up mid-trip?

Yes, standard plans top up with no new QR. Unlimited plans can be topped up too, which adds another full period of the same plan on the same eSIM rather than extra gigabytes, with no new QR code.

eSIM for Turkey

Instant QR deliveryKeep your numberTop up anytime

$2.99USD1 GB · 7 days · $2.99/GB

Works on eSIM-capable phones
Local partner networks, auto-connect
Starts when you land
Hotspot & easy top-ups

Your data roams on local partner networks in Turkey, connecting automatically to a reachable network where you are. Coverage runs on local partner networks and is strongest in major cities, coastal resort regions, and along the main intercity roads that connect Turkey's most visited destinations.

IstanbulCappadociaAntalyaIzmirBodrumPamukkaleFethiyeAnkara

Like every network, coverage softens in remote and mountain areas. Cities, resorts and main routes are where it shines.

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Start enjoying your Turkey eSIM with prepaid dataUSD ($)

More GB, lower per-GB price: the 50 GB plan works out at $0.56 per GB.

Data plan

Select the GB you need for your trip

One eSIM per orderBuying for a group? Place an order per person.

Total$2.99USD

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QR by email within minutes · starts when you land

Stay connected no matter what. Running low? Top up the same eSIM in a couple of taps, with no new QR and no reinstall. Install before or during your trip; your plan begins at first connection in Turkey.

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$2.991 GB · 7 daysBuy now

STAYING LONGER THAN 120 DAYS?

Your foreign phone keeps working, no IMEI registration

Turkey blocks unregistered foreign phones from local SIMs after ~120 days. A roaming eSIM isn't a local SIM, so your data keeps working without registering your IMEI.

No IMEI registrationNo 120-day cutoffWorks on visitor phonesData-only

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Fast and reliable connection

Clear video calls with no delays.
Share stories in just a few seconds.
Enjoy creating video content and super fast uploading.
Find your way wherever you go!

Get connected in 3 steps

01.

Pick your plan by selecting the GB you need, and pay by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or crypto.

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02.

Install your eSIM with the method you like: scan the QR from the email, or use the one-tap install link.

See install methods

03.

Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. Your plan starts when it first connects to a local network in Turkey.

Advantages of the Simzora eSIM for Turkey

Set up before you travel

Buy today, fly whenever

Set up your data at home over Wi-Fi and land already connected in Turkey. No airport SIM queues, no paperwork, and your own number stays active for calls and OTP codes.

No queues
No paperwork
Prepaid, price upfront

Connected across Turkey

Local partner networks4G / LTEAuto

Connects automatically and uses whichever network has service where you are.

Keep your WhatsApp number

A data-only second line. Your own SIM stays active for calls and bank OTP codes, and WhatsApp keeps working on your existing number.

Honest per-GB pricing

From $2.99, with lower per-GB rates on the larger plans. Prices include tax, with no hidden fees.

Top up without a new eSIM

Add data to the same eSIM in a couple of taps. No new QR code, no reinstall. Never delete the eSIM; top up instead.

Real-human support

People, not bots, on WhatsApp and email, 7 days a week from 9:00 to midnight (GMT+5), usually replying within 15 minutes.

Share your data with family

Hotspot is supported where the plan allows it: turn your phone into a Wi-Fi network and share with a laptop, tablet or a second phone.

Change of plans? Kept fair

All sales are final since eSIMs deliver instantly, so check your phone first and start small. Ask us before you buy.

Why buy a prepaid eSIM for Turkey with Simzora?

What you get	Simzora eSIM	Local SIM card	Home-carrier roaming
Set up from home, in minutes
No queues, paperwork or biometrics
Price known upfront, prepaid
Keep your own SIM active for calls & OTPs
Works on eSIM-capable phones
Data on local 4G / LTE

General comparison. Local SIMs often require in-person registration; home-carrier roaming rates depend on your operator.

The best eSIM for Turkey travel

Install your eSIM before you fly and data is ready the moment you land in Turkey. Walk out of Istanbul Airport with maps already loaded, book a ride to Sultanahmet, and call the family on WhatsApp from the back seat. A short city break fits the 1GB plan at $2.49, while 5GB at $5.99 covers a full month of maps, translation, and photo backups.

The same eSIM travels with you beyond Istanbul. Check balloon conditions at sunrise in Cappadocia, navigate the old town lanes of Antalya, or pull up ferry times on the Bosphorus. Hotspot is allowed, so one plan can keep the whole family online. Heavier users can pick 20GB for $12.99 or 50GB for $23.99, and topping up takes about a minute from your phone.

eSIM prices for Turkey

Standard GB plans and unlimited daily plans. One-time payment, prices include tax.

Standard plan	Validity	Price
1 GB	7 days	$2.99
3 GB	15 days	$4.99
5 GB	30 days	$6.99
10 GB	30 days	$9.49
20 GB	30 days	$14.99
50 GBBest value	30 days	$27.99

Unlimited plan	Validity	Price
Unlimited	7 days	$7.99
Unlimited	15 days	$10.49
Unlimited	30 days	$20.99

FUP applies to unlimited plans.

Using your Turkey eSIM

Plans roam on fast local partner networks. The fastest of them covers Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya and the entire Aegean/Mediterranean coast extremely well. Expect fast LTE almost everywhere tourists go, including Cappadocia and the ski resorts.

Turkey enforces an IMEI registration rule: foreign phones used with local Turkish SIMs are blocked after roughly 120 days unless a registration fee is paid. Roaming eSIMs operate outside that system, long-stay visitors, students and remote workers keep data working without registering.

Istanbul Airport's arrivals hall has strong signal, so your eSIM connects before you clear customs. Roaming traffic may exit via a non-Turkish gateway, so some websites may treat you as browsing from abroad.

Install on hotel or airport Wi-Fi; validity starts at first network connection in Turkey.
If data stalls after landing, toggle Airplane Mode, the phone re-selects the stronger partner network.

Frequently asked questions

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of inserting a plastic card, you scan a QR code and a second line appears on your phone: data-only, separate from your own number. Most phones from 2018 onward support it.

Which devices work with the eSIM?

Any eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone. Quick check: dial *#06#. If an EID line appears, your phone has eSIM hardware. Then confirm it's unlocked with your carrier.

How do I install the eSIM?

iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR code, pointing the camera at the QR in your email. Android: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. Install on Wi-Fi before you fly; it takes about two minutes.

Can I use my physical SIM and the eSIM at the same time?

Yes, that's the recommended setup. Keep your own SIM active for calls and OTP codes, set the Simzora eSIM as your mobile-data line, and turn on Data Roaming for the eSIM line only.

Will my eSIM work across Turkey?

Yes. Your eSIM connects to local partner networks with fast 4G/LTE, and coverage is strongest in cities, coastal resorts, and along main intercity routes. That includes the classic circuit of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and the Antalya coast.

Can I get online as soon as I land at the airport?

Install the eSIM on Wi-Fi before your flight, then switch on data roaming when you arrive. Your plan only starts counting from your first connection in Turkey, so setting it up early costs you nothing.

I'm staying in Turkey for a few months. Will my phone get blocked?

Turkey blocks unregistered foreign phones from using local SIM cards after roughly 120 days in the country. A travel eSIM delivers data over roaming rather than as a local line, so it is not affected the same way. For long stays, you can simply keep topping up or add a new plan.

When does my plan start counting?

At first network connection in Turkey, not at purchase and not at install. Buy and install on wifi days before your trip; validity only begins when the eSIM first connects on arrival.

When will I receive my eSIM?

Your QR code is emailed within minutes of payment confirmation. Card payments are near-instant; crypto follows blockchain confirmation. It also appears on your order page right away.

Can I top up if I run out of data?

Yes. All Turkey plans support top-ups on the same eSIM, with no new QR code and no reinstall. When your data runs out, the connection pauses until you add more. Never delete the eSIM; top up instead.

How do I check my remaining data?

Open My eSIMs on simzora.com for your order and balance details, or use your phone's own data counter for the eSIM line.

Can I get a refund?

Because eSIMs are delivered instantly and can't be returned, all sales are final once purchased. Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-capable first, and start with a smaller plan if you're unsure, since you can always top up later.

Don’t worry, we’re here for you.

If you have any questions during this process, real people answer on WhatsApp and email, 7 days a week from 9:00 to midnight (GMT+5), usually within 15 minutes.

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