Although the summer in the upper hemisphere is sadly coming to an end, there are some areas of the world that shine brightly all year round. One that comes close to it is fabulous Greece – home to some truly magnificent island resorts and ancient history that pull in millions of tourists every single year.

Greece is absolutely bursting with nightlife, stunning architecture, and tasty foodie spots, too. It’s certainly one of the SIMOVO team’s favourite European destinations, and we won’t be stopped from going back – come rain or shine (and there’s thankfully not much rain to speak of!).

That said, we also know that one of the absolute must-haves for any trip to Greece (or across the globe, for that matter) is an eSIM. We’re not just saying that because it’s what we do – eSIMs are great to have handy if you’re struggling to find local WiFi, if you just want to make a quick call, and if you want to avoid annoying roaming bills when you get home.

So, take a good read of our guide to using eSIMs in Greece before you travel, and make sure you’ve got all the data you need to hand before you fly.

What are Greek eSIMs?

Greek eSIMs are digital SIM cards that embed to your phone, tablet, or other compatible device. Instead of using a physical card, you can simply download and install a digital version to your device and connect to local mobile networks instead.

With Greek eSIMs, as you can imagine, you’ll be able to connect devices to networks available across Greece and its islands, meaning you can expect excellent coverage. SIMOVO’s eSIM for Greece offers connectivity up to 5G across Vodafone and Wind, two of the biggest data carriers in the country.

With our eSIMs, you’ll have access to mobile data. That means you can connect to the internet during your Greek holiday and use apps such as Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and FaceTime to keep in touch with your loved ones, and keep everyone up to date on your sunny adventures through TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. 

Keep in mind, therefore, that our eSIMs won’t cover you for traditional calls and messages. That means you’ll need to make sure you have your existing SIM paused and are using our eSIM to roam while you’re away.

Greek eSIMs give you tons of control over the data you want and need to use while you travel, and will also help you control costs.

What are the Benefits of Using an eSIM in Greece?

Here’s the short version – you’ll save money, you won’t have to find WiFi hotspots, it’s secure, it’s easy to set up, and you’ll be doing your best to save the planet. Here’s a bit more detail.

You’ll save money

We’ve all had nightmares about it. Going away for a while to somewhere new, using our phones, and then coming home to enormous bills thanks to hidden roaming costs.

And, even if networks are upfront about roaming fees and any costs associated with using your data abroad, that doesn’t always mean their rates are reasonable. Wouldn’t it be better to pay before you go, too?

That’s exactly what SIMOVO offers travellers to and from Greece. Our standard eSIMs give you between 1GB and 50GB for between seven and 180 days of travel. And, you’ll pay upfront, meaning you won’t ever have to worry about running over on data and running up costs.

Even better, if you know you’ll want to use data in Greece pretty intensively, check out our unlimited eSIMs for Greece. With these packages, you can pay for 500MB to 2GB per day for up to two weeks. That means you can always be sure you’ll wake up with a fresh new stock of data for the day ahead.

You won’t have to find WiFI hotspots

Sure, there are plenty of public WiFi hotspots in Greece, but why look for them? Public WiFi is infamously risky when it comes to data security, and it’s not always as fast as your home broadband.

Instead, keep your conversations and data usage under wraps with our encrypted eSIMs while you explore Greece. You can expect stable, speedy, secure connectivity for as long as you travel – and you can avoid those public hotspots like the plague.

They’re easy to set up

Finding a local SIM card and even narrowing down the best network to use while you’re away can be frustrating. That’s time better spent actually soaking up the sun and wandering around the islands, surely?

SIMOVO eSIMs are ready to go as soon as you land in Greece. Just buy the package you need, scan your QR code, and switch your device to roaming – and it’ll kick into action when you arrive.

Again, just make sure your usual SIM isn’t switched to roaming while you’re away – so you can save on nasty surprises when you get back.

You’re doing your bit for the planet

No, really – think about it! If you’re already trying to make your trip to Greece as eco-friendly as possible, you’ll be pleased to know that eSIMs keep you on the straight, green, and narrow. Any plastic waste you’d usually contribute by using a traditional SIM card is nipped in the bud.

Use an eSIM next time you travel, and you’re doing your part – even if it’s only small – to cut down on seas of plastic waste swamping our planet.

Make a Greece eSIM a Part of Your To-Pack List

If you’re starting to pack for your Greek holiday, don’t leave home without an eSIM. It’s your ticket to affordable, manageable mobile data wherever you go – meaning you can spend more time enjoying sightseeing and getting tanned than checking your data usage every five seconds.

We’ve made it really easy to get started with a data eSIM when travelling to Greece – take a look at our full range, and if you’re heading further into the continent, try a European eSIM, too!