eSIM for Turkey: always online on your trip

Traveling to Turkey — a beach holiday, a city trip to Istanbul, or visiting family? With an eSIM for Turkey you have internet the moment you arrive, without expensive roaming and without hunting for a local SIM card. Here's exactly how it works.

Why an eSIM for Turkey?

Roaming outside the EU can add up fast in Turkey. An eSIM is a digital SIM card you buy online and activate with a QR code — no physical SIM needed. For travelers from Belgium and the Netherlands, this is the simplest and most affordable way to stay connected.

Sorted in 3 steps

• Choose your plan on the Turkey page of Ariya Mobile.
• Receive your QR code instantly by email and in your Ariya account.
• Scan, activate and turn on data roaming once you're in Turkey.

Tip: install the eSIM before departure over wifi, but only activate the data once you arrive, so your balance starts at the right moment.

Coverage and networks in Turkey

The eSIM for Turkey connects to the major local networks (Turkcell, Vodafone Turkey and Türk Telekom) for fast 4G/5G internet. You'll generally get good coverage in cities like Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa and Bodrum and in popular coastal and holiday areas.

Does my phone work with an eSIM?

Most recent smartphones (iPhone XS and newer, recent Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel) support eSIM. Check your settings for the "Add eSIM" option. Want to know more? Check our FAQ.

Which eSIM should you choose for Turkey?

• Data amount: calculate how much data you need based on the length of your stay and your usage (navigating and chatting occasionally is different from constant streaming).
• Network: with Ariya, your eSIM rides on a major local network, so you get coverage anywhere Turkcell, Vodafone or Türk Telekom does.
• Validity: pick a bundle that runs at least as long as your trip, so you don't run out of data halfway through.
• Top-ups: if you do run low, simply buy a new bundle through your Ariya account.

Ready for your trip?

Check out the current plans and buy your eSIM for Turkey in a few minutes. Also traveling to Morocco? Read our eSIM for Morocco guide. Living in Belgium? Find out how buying an eSIM works from Belgium, or check out all destinations.