Spain eSIM for travel in Madrid, Barcelona and coastal Spain
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Spain eSIM

Use your phone in Spain like at home.

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Good for maps, messaging and travel apps.

Total £3.99
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eSIM details

Network Vodafone, Movistar
Speed 4G, 5G
Hotspot Allowed
Activation QR code scan
Compatibility

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Most modern phones support eSIM. Check before checkout to avoid surprises.

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iPhone support
XS, XR and newer models usually support eSIM.
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General → About

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Find EID

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eSIM supported

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Android support
Pixel, Samsung S/Z series and newer flagships usually support eSIM.
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Find Add eSIM

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Available = supported

Carrier-locked or region-specific models may not support eSIM.
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14-day refund review for unused eSIMs

If your eSIM cannot connect to a supported local network and has not been heavily used, contact support within 14 days of purchase and we’ll review the issue.

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Spain eSIM for UK travellers

Spain eSIM with instant QR delivery, prepaid mobile data and hotspot support before you fly.

Travelling from the UK to Spain? Get a Spain eSIM with instant QR code delivery, prepaid mobile data, hotspot support and local network access before you fly. Use it for maps, WhatsApp, hotel check-ins, airport transfers, restaurant bookings, ride apps and travel plans across Spain.

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Made for UK travellers

Use prepaid mobile data in Spain while keeping your UK SIM active for calls, texts and verification messages. Ideal for holidays, business trips, city breaks, beach stays and island travel from the UK.

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Vodafone & Movistar coverage

Connects to supported local Spanish networks such as Vodafone Spain and Movistar where available, helping you stay online in major cities, airport areas, coastal resorts and popular travel routes.

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Instant QR delivery

Buy before you travel and receive your Spain eSIM QR code by email. Install it on WiFi before departure, then switch on mobile data when you arrive in Spain.

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Best for

Barcelona city breaks, Madrid weekends, Valencia stays, Malaga and Costa del Sol holidays, Alicante trips, Ibiza nights, Mallorca beach days, Tenerife escapes and Canary Islands travel.

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Alternative to UK roaming

Choose your data allowance upfront instead of relying on daily UK roaming passes, hotel WiFi, airport WiFi or buying a local SIM card after landing.

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Hotspot support

Share your Spain eSIM data with a laptop, tablet or travel partner when your phone and plan support tethering, useful for work, bookings and navigation-heavy travel days.

Uses supported Vodafone Spain and Movistar network coverage where available. Coverage, speed and network availability may vary by location, device, local network, indoor venues, airports, islands, ferries, mountain roads, rural areas and heavy network congestion.

Spain eSIM guide

Where can you use the Spain eSIM?

Roampass Spain eSIM is designed for mainland Spain and popular Spanish island destinations, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Malaga, Alicante, Bilbao, Ibiza, Mallorca, Tenerife and Gran Canaria.

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Airport arrivals

Useful when landing at Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona-El Prat, Malaga, Alicante, Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza or Tenerife airports and needing maps, taxi apps or hotel directions immediately.

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City navigation

Keep data ready for Google Maps, restaurant searches, museum tickets, metro routes, train bookings, translation apps and walking directions through Spanish city centres and old town streets.

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Coasts, islands and road trips

Useful for Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Andalusia routes and long driving days where mobile data is more practical than searching for public WiFi.

Need help choosing a plan? Light users can usually pick a smaller data package for maps and messages, while longer trips, hotspot use, video calls and social media uploads may need a larger Spain eSIM plan.

Spain eSIM FAQs

Common questions before buying a Spain travel eSIM

Quick answers for UK travellers using an eSIM in Spain for mobile data, maps, travel apps and hotspot sharing.

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Can I use this Spain eSIM if I am travelling from the UK?

Yes. Roampass Spain eSIM is suitable for UK travellers visiting Spain for holidays, business trips, city breaks, beach holidays or island travel.

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Does it work in Madrid and Barcelona?

Yes. The Spain eSIM is designed for use in major Spanish destinations including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, Alicante, Ibiza, Mallorca and Tenerife, subject to local coverage.

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Can I keep my UK number active?

On most dual SIM phones, you can keep your UK SIM or eSIM active for calls, texts and verification messages while using the Spain eSIM for mobile data.

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Does it include calls or SMS?

Roampass Spain eSIM plans are built for mobile data. You can use apps such as WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger, Telegram, Google Maps, Uber and hotel booking apps over data.

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When should I install it?

Install the eSIM while connected to WiFi before you travel. For best results, activate mobile data on the Spain eSIM after you arrive in Spain.

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Can I use hotspot in Spain?

Yes, hotspot sharing is supported when your device and selected plan allow tethering. It can be useful for laptops, tablets and sharing data with another traveller.

Before buying, make sure your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM. Most recent iPhone, Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM, but compatibility depends on the exact device model and region.

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Travelling to Spain?

Read our Spain eSIM guide and travel tips before you fly. Learn about setup, compatibility, mobile data, airport arrival and everyday travel apps.

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Questions travellers ask before buying a Spain eSIM

Clear answers about using a Spain eSIM for roaming, maps, messages, airport arrivals, phone compatibility and travel data.

Do I need an eSIM for Spain?

A Spain eSIM is useful if you want mobile data as soon as you arrive, without relying on airport Wi-Fi, hotel Wi-Fi or expensive roaming from your home network. It is especially helpful for maps, transport apps, hotel messages and travel bookings.

Is a Spain eSIM better than roaming?

For many travellers, yes. A Spain eSIM gives you a clear prepaid data allowance and price before you travel, while roaming can involve daily charges, add-ons or unexpected pay-as-you-go data costs depending on your home mobile provider.

Can I keep my normal SIM and phone number while using this Spain eSIM?

Yes. In most phones, your travel eSIM can be used for mobile data while your normal SIM stays active for calls, texts or banking messages. You do not usually need to remove your physical SIM card.

Should I install my Spain eSIM before I travel?

Yes, it is usually better to install your eSIM before departure while you still have stable Wi-Fi. In most cases, you should only activate or start using the plan when you arrive in Spain, so the validity period is used during your trip.

What can I use a Spain eSIM for when travelling?

You can use mobile data for maps, messaging, hotel check-ins, transport apps, translation, email, travel bookings, ride apps and everyday browsing. Coverage and speed depend on the local mobile network and the area you are visiting.

Will my phone work with a Spain eSIM?

Your phone must support eSIM and be network-unlocked. Many recent iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and flagship Android models support eSIM. Check your phone settings for “Add eSIM” or “Add mobile plan” before buying.

Does this Spain eSIM include calls and SMS?

Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. You can still use internet-based services such as WhatsApp, iMessage, FaceTime, Messenger, maps, email and translation apps while connected to mobile data in Spain.

What happens if I use all my Spain eSIM data?

If you use all your data, you can buy another eSIM plan when needed. There is no physical SIM swap, so adding more travel data is usually easier than finding a local SIM card during your trip.