100 MB
7 days · EE, O2
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.28/ day
eSIM United Kingdom
United Kingdom eSIM: mobile data the moment you land, from $1.99. 2-minute install, no contract.
Plans for United Kingdom
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502 MB
7 days · EE, O2
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.28/ day
1 GB
7 days · EE, O2
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.28/ day
2 GB
15 days · EE, O2
$1.99
incl. tax · $0.13/ day
3 GB
15 days · EE, O2
$2.99
incl. tax · $0.20/ day
3 GB
30 days · EE, O2
$2.99
incl. tax · $0.10/ day
5 GB
30 days · EE, O2
$4.49
incl. tax · $0.15/ day
10 GB
30 days · EE, O2
$7.99
incl. tax · $0.27/ day
20 GB
30 days · EE, O2
$15.99
incl. tax · $0.53/ day
50 GB
30 days · EE, O2
$32.49
incl. tax · $1.08/ day
50 GB
180 days · EE, O2
$53.99
incl. tax · $0.30/ day
Regional plans · Europe
1 GB · 7 days · $1.99
Coverage and networks
- Partner networks
- EE, O2, Vodafone
- Speed
- 4G / 5G
- Local currency
- British Pound (GBP)
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Plugs
- G
- Emergency
- 999 / 112
In this destination (United Kingdom), Alizeoo plans run on the networks of local partner operators: EE, O2, Vodafone. With automatic network selection, your phone connects to whichever network is available; you can also choose the operator manually in your settings. The exact list of networks for each plan is shown on its page before you buy.
Activation : Automatic on arrival. You can install the eSIM before departure without using any data.
4G and 5G
Mobile networks in the country: 4G / 5G. 5G is only used if the plan, the partner operator and your phone all support it; otherwise, you connect over 4G. Actual speeds vary with location, time of day and how busy the network is: we do not advertise a guaranteed speed.
eSIM, local SIM card or roaming?
Three ways to get online when you arrive. None of them is the best choice every time: it all depends on how long you are staying and what you need.
Alizeoo data eSIM
- Installed before you leave, with no shop visit and no card to insert
- Your usual SIM stays in place for calls and texts
- Price including VAT known in advance, with no activation fee
- Data only: no local number
- You need a compatible, unlocked phone
Local SIM card
- A local number to make calls and receive texts while you are there
- Often good value for a long stay
- Bought on arrival, sometimes with ID required
- You have to remove or disable your usual SIM if your phone is not dual SIM
- Offers and terms in the local language
Roaming with your operator
- Nothing to install: you keep your number
- Handy for very occasional use
- Can be expensive outside the zones included in your plan
- Rates and allowances to check with your operator before you travel
Detailed comparison: eSIM, local SIM card or roaming.
Install your eSIM in 3 steps
- Choose a plan and pay: the QR code and installation link arrive by email and in your account.
- Before you leave, on Wi-Fi: scan the QR code or tap “Install in one tap”. Name the line Alizeoo.
- When you arrive: choose Alizeoo for mobile data and turn on data roaming for that line.
You need a phone that supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. As a guide: iPhone XS, XR and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. Most iPhones sold in mainland China do not have eSIM: check your model.
Staying connected: United Kingdom
Roaming from the European Union
The United Kingdom is no longer part of the European Union: the European “Roam like at home” rule no longer applies there. Depending on your operator, roaming there may be charged as an extra; check before you travel.
Getting around
In London, transport apps (such as TfL Go or Citymapper) give real-time timetables. For trains between cities, booking apps (such as Trainline or the National Rail app) show times and delays.
The Underground and remote areas
On the London Underground, mobile coverage depends on the line and the station. In the Scottish Highlands and some rural areas, there may be no signal at all: download offline maps.
Further reading
Is my device compatible?
We could not detect your device.
How much data do you need?
11530
Recommended volume
5 GB
About 410 MB per day
Indicative estimate, 20% margin included. Actual usage depends on your apps and video quality: this is not a guarantee.
Nearby destinations
Francefrom $1.99Spainfrom $1.99Italyfrom $1.99Portugalfrom $1.99Germanyfrom $1.99Switzerlandfrom $1.99
Regional plans covering United Kingdom
Frequently asked questions: eSIM, United Kingdom
United Kingdom: which networks does the Alizeoo eSIM use?
For this destination (United Kingdom), plans use the following partner operators: EE, O2, Vodafone. The exact network for each plan is shown on its page before you buy.
United Kingdom: can I install the eSIM before I travel?
Yes, and we recommend it: install it at home on Wi-Fi, then activate it when you arrive (mobile data on Alizeoo, data roaming turned on). The plan's validity period generally starts the first time you connect in the covered country; the plan's page gives the details.
United Kingdom: will I get a phone number?
No. Alizeoo provides mobile data, with no phone number and no standard calls. Internet calling apps (WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger and so on) work over data, and your usual SIM can stay active to receive calls and texts.
Is the United Kingdom included in a Europe plan?
It depends on the plan. The exact list of countries covered is shown on each regional plan's page: check that the United Kingdom is on it before you buy.
Is my European roaming free in the United Kingdom?
Not necessarily: since the UK left the European Union, each operator sets its own rules for the United Kingdom. Check with your operator before you travel.