Travellers heading to Turkey may have seen recent headlines about the government blocking access to several international eSIM providers. This has raised understandable concerns - will your eSIM still work when you land?

Here’s what’s really going on, and why SIMOVO customers are completely unaffected.

What Happened in Turkey?

On 10 July 2025, Turkey’s telecoms regulator (BTK) restricted access to several foreign eSIM providers’ websites, including:

• Airalo
• Holafly
• Nomad
• Alosim
• BNESIM
• Instabridge
• Mobimatter
• Saily

This move appears aimed at steering travellers toward domestic Turkish mobile networks like Turkcell and Türk Telekom, which typically charge higher rates for short-term users.

It’s important to clarify: this is a website block, not a block on eSIM technology. If a traveller has already installed their eSIM, it continues to work.

Why SIMOVO Isn’t Affected

At SIMOVO, we’ve seen some confusion - so let’s set the record straight:

• SIMOVO’s website is accessible from within Turkey.  Travellers already in Turkey can browse, buy, and activate our eSIMs with no issue.
• No service disruption.  Our platform and data plans remain fully functional, including on Turkish networks.
• No pre-installation requirement.  You can buy and activate a SIMOVO eSIM even after you land in Turkey.
• No reliance on blocked domains.

We operate independently of the providers impacted by Turkey’s restrictions.

In short: if you’re travelling to or already in Turkey, SIMOVO works as normal.

Tips for Travellers to Turkey

To make the most of your trip and avoid unnecessary delays, here are some practical recommendations:

• Buy early if you can: While SIMOVO is accessible from Turkey, it’s still smart to install your eSIM before you travel. That way, you’re connected the moment you land.
• Choose the right data zone: Our Europe & Turkey eSIM is ideal if you’re visiting multiple countries.

Stay in control: Top up instantly through your SIMOVO dashboard or contact our UK-based support team at any point.

 

Still Not Sure Which eSIM to Pick?

Check out:

• What is an eSIM? – Our beginner’s guide
• Best eSIM for Turkey Travel – Local and multi-region options
• eSIM vs SIM: What’s the Difference? – Learn which suits your trip

Conclusion: SIMOVO Is Travel-Ready - No Workarounds Needed

While some global eSIM platforms have been blocked in Turkey, SIMOVO continues to operate without interruption. Our travellers can still access our website, buy data plans, and activate service from anywhere - including within Turkey itself.

As always, we recommend setting up your eSIM before your trip for a smoother arrival, but if you’re already abroad, we’ve got you covered.

Stay connected - no VPN, no hassle, no inflated roaming charges.

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