# Ireland eSIM — Instant Data from $1.00/GB Jetogo eSIM data plans for Ireland (ISO IE). ## Pricing - Price per GB: $1.00 - Pricing tier: 1 - Live price per GB (eSIMAccess-cached): $1.00 ### Estimated cost by usage - Light traveler (2 GB): $2.00 - Average traveler (6 GB): $6.00 - Heavy traveler (15 GB): $15.00 ## Network & carriers - Eir — 5G - Data exit route: United Kingdom — this is where your data traffic breaks out to the internet; it does not affect coverage or speed in-country. - Hotspot/tethering: unlimited. Speed limit: none. Activation: instant, auto-connects on arrival. ## Major cities - Dublin — local time 2026-09-09T17:18:24+01:00, sunrise 2026-09-09T05:48:11.225Z / sunset 2026-09-09T18:55:26.008Z - Cork — local time 2026-09-09T17:18:24+01:00, sunrise 2026-09-09T05:58:43.281Z / sunset 2026-09-09T19:02:40.851Z - Galway — local time 2026-09-09T17:18:24+01:00, sunrise 2026-09-09T05:59:28.808Z / sunset 2026-09-09T19:06:30.638Z - Limerick — local time 2026-09-09T17:18:24+01:00, sunrise 2026-09-09T05:58:27.856Z / sunset 2026-09-09T19:04:06.814Z - Killarney — local time 2026-09-09T17:18:24+01:00, sunrise 2026-09-09T06:02:39.718Z / sunset 2026-09-09T19:06:57.710Z Currency: EUR — 1 USD ≈ 0.86103 EUR (as of 2026-09-08). ## Data situation Ireland ranks 128th of 237 countries in the Worldwide Mobile Data Pricing study, with locals paying roughly $1.50 per gigabyte on average — solidly mid-pack rather than cheap, in a market split between Vodafone, Three, and eir. Free Wi-Fi is widely available at cafés, pubs, restaurants, hotels, and public buildings across Dublin, Galway, and other cities, though some venues expect a purchase before handing over the password. Paid Wi-Fi as a standalone tourist product is uncommon — those who want a dedicated connection can rent a pocket Wi-Fi device for around €4-7 per day, but most travelers lean on free hotspots or a SIM/eSIM instead. Public Wi-Fi in busy tourist spots can be slow or unreliable and carries the usual security risks of unsecured networks, which is where a dependable eSIM data plan helps most — for maps, translation, and staying in touch once you're outside the city centers. - Local price per GB: $1.50/GB average for locals (rank 128 of 237 countries, cable.co.uk / BestBroadbandDeals Worldwide Mobile Data Pricing study) - Free Wi-Fi: Widely available — most cafés, pubs, restaurants, hotels, libraries, and public buildings across Dublin, Galway, and other cities offer free Wi-Fi, though some venues expect a purchase first. - Paid Wi-Fi: Uncommon as a standalone product for tourists — travelers who want a dedicated connection can rent a pocket Wi-Fi device for roughly €3.95-€6.90 per day, though most rely on free hotspots or a SIM/eSIM instead. ## International airports - DUB — Dublin Airport (Dublin) — https://www.dublinairport.com/ - ORK — Cork Airport (Cork) — https://www.corkairport.com/ - SNN — Shannon Airport (Shannon) — https://www.shannonairport.com/ - NOC — Ireland West Airport Knock (Knock) — https://www.irelandwestairport.com/ ### Travel advisories - Advisory data not currently available for this country. ## Local SIM / phone number situation Ireland has no across-the-board legal requirement to show ID when buying a prepaid SIM. Vodafone's own tourist-SIM page for Ireland makes no mention of a passport check and sells starter SIMs through unstaffed vending machines in both Dublin Airport terminals, alongside a WHSmith kiosk — and one traveler guide states outright that prepaid SIMs in Ireland can be bought and used without providing ID. That said, reports aren't unanimous: another traveler guide advises that you may need a passport on hand to buy one, so the experience can vary by which shop you walk into. Either way, there are no tourist-specific eligibility restrictions on buying a SIM, and getting connected at Dublin Airport is fast with no appointment needed — though airport SIM options tend to cost more and offer less data than city-center shops. - KYC requirements: No universal legal ID-registration requirement for prepaid SIMs in Ireland — Vodafone's official tourist-SIM page and its unstaffed Dublin Airport vending machines make no mention of ID checks, and one traveler guide states prepaid SIMs can be bought without ID. Another traveler guide advises that you may need your passport on hand to buy one, so it's worth carrying it just in case. - Wait time: Fast — Vodafone sells starter SIMs via unstaffed vending machines and a WHSmith kiosk in both Dublin Airport terminals, so travelers can be online within minutes of landing with no appointment or registration wait. - Jetogo Local SIM Hassle Score: 1/10 Wi-Fi calling lets you keep receiving calls and texts on your home phone number over an internet connection — including the data connection from your Jetogo eSIM — without needing a local SIM or number. Turn it on in your phone's settings before you travel (Settings > Phone > Wi-Fi Calling on iPhone, or Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi Calling on Android), and your carrier will route calls to your regular number through data instead of a local cell signal, so friends and family can reach you exactly as they always have. ## Practical travel info - Power sockets: type G — 230V, 50Hz - No alternative plugs will also fit in type G sockets - Emergency numbers: police 112, ambulance 112, fire 112 - Calling code: +353 - Driving side: left - Tipping: Generally expected — mandatory or at least usual _Data via CountryWise._ ## FAQ **Do I need to show ID or a passport to use my Jetogo eSIM in Ireland?** No. Your Jetogo eSIM installs before you fly, so it isn't subject to any in-store ID check. Even buying a physical Irish SIM in person doesn't carry a legal ID requirement, though some shops informally ask to see a passport. **Can I get connected the moment I land at Dublin Airport?** Yes — your Jetogo eSIM activates automatically on arrival, so there's no need to find an airport SIM vending machine or kiosk before you head into the city. **Which Irish network does my Jetogo eSIM connect to?** eSIMs for Ireland typically ride on one of the country's three national networks — Vodafone, Three, or eir — which together cover the main cities, towns, and road network, including popular routes like the Wild Atlantic Way. **How does an eSIM actually work?** An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone — instead of inserting a physical card, you install a small profile (usually by scanning a QR code) and your phone connects to a local or partner network for data. There's nothing to pick up at a store or swap in your device; the whole process happens over Wi-Fi in a couple of minutes. **Is my phone compatible with eSIM?** Most phones from the last 4-5 years support eSIM, including iPhone XS and later, most Google Pixel models from the Pixel 3 onward, and many recent Samsung Galaxy, and other Android flagships. Check Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Network) for an "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan" option — if it's there, you're set. Your phone also needs to be carrier-unlocked. **When does my eSIM activate — do I need to already be in the country?** You can install your Jetogo eSIM before you fly, but the data plan itself only starts counting once it connects to a network in your destination country — so there's no risk of burning through your allowance early. For most plans, connectivity kicks in automatically the moment you land and your phone finds a signal. **Can I use my eSIM as a personal hotspot?** Yes — hotspot and tethering are included on Jetogo eSIM plans at no extra cost, so you can share your connection with a laptop, tablet, or a travel companion's phone. **What happens when I run out of data? Can I top up?** You can top up directly from your Jetogo account in a couple of taps, without needing to buy a whole new plan or visit a store. Many travelers also use Jetogo's PayGo option, which lets you pay only for the data you actually use instead of committing to a fixed bundle. **Do I need a local phone number to use my eSIM?** No — Jetogo eSIMs are data-only, so there's no local phone number involved. If you need to make calls or send texts, you can use an internet calling app (like WhatsApp or FaceTime) over your eSIM data, or rely on Wi-Fi calling to keep using your existing home number (see below). **What is PayGo and why does it start at $5?** PayGo is Jetogo's pay-as-you-go option: you load a small starting balance — as low as $5 — and only pay for the data you actually use, with no expiration pressure or unused-data waste. It's a low-commitment way to try Jetogo or to cover shorter trips where a full data bundle would be overkill. **Will adding a Jetogo eSIM affect my existing phone number or home plan?** No. Your eSIM runs alongside your regular SIM (physical or eSIM) as a second, independent profile — your home number, texts, and voicemail keep working exactly as before. You simply choose which profile handles data while you're on Jetogo, and switch back anytime after your trip. ## Trust _Content coming soon._ ## Why Jetogo _Content coming soon._ ## Why Choose Jetogo _Content coming soon._ ## Practical travel info _Content coming soon._ ## Other countries pricing _Content coming soon._ --- Weather and air quality data © OpenWeatherMap, licensed under the Open Database License (ODbL): https://openweathermap.org/full-history Exchange rates via Frankfurter (European Central Bank reference rates): https://www.frankfurter.dev