Romania eSIM

It depends. Romania is in the EU, so "Roam Like at Home" applies only to EU citizens.

• If you are from the UK (Post-Brexit): Most UK carriers (like O2, Vodafone, Three) have reintroduced daily roaming fees.
• If you are from the USA/Canada/Asia: Your home carrier will charge expensive international rates (e.g., $10-$14 per day).

A Cellesim eSIM is a one-time prepaid fee that is significantly cheaper than these roaming charges.

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

 This specific plan is valid only within Romania (and the EU). This is a critical point. If you take a day trip to Belgrade (Serbia) or Chisinau (Moldova), your connection will stop at the border as they are not in the EU. For a seamless multi-country trip that includes these non-EU neighbors, you must check our Regional or Global eSIM plans. 

Yes, absolutely. Romania has one of the best 4G/5G networks in the world, even in rural areas. Our eSIM connects to premium local networks (like Orange RO or Vodafone) to ensure you have a strong signal for Google Maps while driving the Transfăgărășan highway, hiking in the Carpathian Mountains, or visiting Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle). 

 To give you the fastest speed, our eSIM connects to Romania’s premium Tier-1 networks, typically Orange Romania or Vodafone Romania. These operators are famous for providing some of the fastest and most reliable 5G/LTE speeds in all of Europe, ensuring a high-quality connection. 

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

Yes, 100%. Uber and Bolt are the essential apps for getting around in Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, and other cities. Our eSIM provides high-speed, low-latency data, which is crucial for ordering a car from Otopeni (OTP) Airport, tracking your ride, and navigating the cities. 

 Yes. Coverage is generally available on the famous Transfăgărășan road, but we recommend downloading offline maps for the highest tunnel sections near Bâlea Lake. 

 Mostly yes. While the massive thick walls of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest can block signals deep inside, you will generally have coverage during the tour. 

 Signal is reliable in main hubs like Sulina or Tulcea, but expect the connection to drop to 3G or be lost deep in the remote channels of the Danube Delta biosphere. 

 Yes. The 24pay app is the standard way to buy bus and metro tickets digitally in Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca, requiring an active internet connection to avoid fines. 

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

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.