Moldova eSIM

No. Although Moldova is a candidate for EU membership and neighbors Romania, it is not yet part of the European Union's "Roam Like at Home" zone. Most European carriers charge high international roaming fees for Moldova. Using a Cellesim Moldova eSIM is the smartest way to avoid these unexpected charges and get local rates immediately. 

Planning the trip? See our Moldova eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

It depends on your location. Transnistria is a breakaway region with its own separate mobile network (Interdnestrcom). However, our eSIM partners (like Orange Moldova or Moldcell) often have signal towers that cover Tiraspol and Bendery, especially closer to the Dniester river. While coverage is excellent in the rest of Moldova, signal strength inside Transnistria may vary or be limited to EDGE/3G in deep rural areas. 

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 To ensure the best possible connectivity across the country, our eSIM connects to Moldova’s top-tier providers, typically Orange Moldova or Moldcell. These networks offer excellent 4G/LTE coverage in Chisinau, the famous wineries, and major highways. 

Mostly at the entrances. Moldova is famous for its massive underground wine cities. Due to the depth of the tunnels (up to 80 meters underground), mobile signal is usually lost deep inside the cellars. However, you will have full 4G speed at the entrances, restaurants, and tasting rooms to upload your photos and videos instantly. 

 This specific plan is valid only within Moldova. Since many travelers combine a trip to Chisinau with Iasi (Romania) or Odessa (Ukraine), crossing the border will result in a loss of connection. For multi-country trips, we highly recommend our Europe Regional eSIM, which covers Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine seamlessly. 

Uber does not operate in Moldova. You need reliable data to use Yandex Go or iTaxi, which are the most popular apps for booking rides safely in Chișinău without speaking Romanian or Russian. 

 Yes. You will generally have strong signal at the open-air museum and the cave monastery in Orheiul Vechi, allowing you to share spectacular photos of the Răut River valley instantly. 

 Yes. Coverage is reliable in the town of Soroca and at the medieval fortress located right on the bank of the Dniester River, perfect for looking up historical facts during your visit. 

 Absolutely. To navigate the trolleybus network in Chișinău, reliable data is essential to use apps like EasyWay or Google Maps to find the correct routes and schedules. 

Most flagship smartphones released since 2018-2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 series and newer. Tablets, smartwatches and an increasing number of laptops also support eSIM. The fastest way to verify your specific device is to check Settings , if you see "Add eSIM" or "Add cellular plan" as an option, you're compatible.

eSIM compatibility is now standard across the high-end smartphone market and rapidly spreading into mid-range devices. Cellesim works with any unlocked, eSIM-capable device , no special configuration needed beyond scanning the QR code we send you.

iPhones with eSIM support

• iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018) , first iPhones with eSIM (one physical SIM + one eSIM).
• iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max (2019).
• iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max (2020).
• iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (2021) , supports two active eSIMs simultaneously.
• iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (2022) , US versions are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
• iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 and later , full eSIM support.

Google Pixel with eSIM support

• Pixel 3 / 3 XL and all later models (Pixel 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, Pixel Fold).

Samsung Galaxy with eSIM support

• Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE (2020) , first Galaxy with eSIM.
• Galaxy S21 / S22 / S23 / S24 series (all variants except some regional versions).
• Galaxy Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5 and Z Flip 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
• Galaxy Note 20, 20 Ultra.
• Note: Some regional Samsung variants (e.g., specific Hong Kong dual-SIM physical models) may not support eSIM. Check Settings → Connections → SIM Card Manager.

Other Android devices with eSIM

• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro and newer flagships.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30 series, ThinkPhone.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 series and newer (international versions).
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 (verify region).
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV, 5 IV, 10 IV and newer.
• Nokia / HMD: G60, X30 5G.

How to verify eSIM support on your device

1. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan". You can also dial *#06# , if you see an "EID" (32-digit number), your phone has eSIM hardware.
2. Android: Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet) → SIM Cards → look for "Download a SIM instead" or "Add eSIM".
3. EID check: most eSIM-capable Android phones show EID in Settings → About Phone → Status.

Tip: Even if your phone supports eSIM hardware, it must be unlocked (not carrier-locked) to use third-party eSIMs like Cellesim. Most phones bought outright are unlocked; phones from carrier instalment plans may require unlocking after the contract is paid off.