TripoSIM's Bulgaria eSIMs connect to 1 local network (Vivacom), with 5G available on at least some plans. There are 17 plans, and top-up support is listed for at least some catalog entries.
Networks appearing in the country catalog
- Vivacom
Only one partner network (Vivacom) is listed. Check that operator's map for your exact SKU and route for remote areas on your route, download offline maps, and keep a Wi-Fi fallback for critical moments such as arrival and check-in.
Bulgaria ranks #44 of 52 Europe destinations by number of listed partner networks.
5G in Bulgaria
44 of 52 Europe destinations list 5G. 5G is listed for at least some plans. You also need a 5G-capable phone, and 5G availability varies by plan, location and device; the catalog-wide flag is not a coverage guarantee. 5G rarely changes how much data you use, only how fast it arrives.
Bulgaria plan snapshot
| Plans listed | 17 |
|---|---|
| Cheapest plan | $1.14 |
| Median price per GB | $0.83 |
| 1 GB / 5 GB / 10 GB | $1.14 / $4.28 / $7.66 |
| Unlimited | from $3.61, 1 GB/day full speed, then 512 kbps |
Top-ups and validity
Top-up support is listed for at least some offers. Before purchasing, verify whether your exact SKU allows a top-up and whether it changes validity or only adds data.
Pre-trip checklist for Bulgaria
- Your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM (and 5G if you want it).
- If you visit other Europe countries, every one is on the plan's country list.
- The validity covers every day from arrival to departure, and you know what starts the clock.
- Offline maps and booking details are saved, because only one network is listed.
- You know how to top up from your phone.
Other Europe destinations
| Destination | Networks | 5G | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 1 | Yes | Yes |
| North Macedonia | 6 | Yes | Yes |
| Denmark | 4 | Yes | Yes |
| Finland | 4 | Yes | Yes |
| France | 4 | Yes | Yes |
| Italy | 4 | Yes | Yes |
| Poland | 4 | Yes | Yes |
Crossing borders? The Europe regional eSIM can cover several countries on one plan; check that every stop is on its list. See planning a multi-country route.
Questions travelers ask about this destination
Which network does a Bulgaria eSIM use?
TripoSIM lists Vivacom as partner network for Bulgaria. Coverage follows that operator's network.
Does a Bulgaria travel eSIM support 5G?
Yes, 5G is listed for at least some Bulgaria plans. You need a 5G-capable phone, and 5G is mostly in cities.
Can I top up a Bulgaria eSIM if I run out of data?
Yes, top-ups are listed for Bulgaria, but verify eligibility and the process for the purchased SKU. Check the plan page for how top-ups affect validity.
Source and method
Figures come from the TripoSIM travel eSIM dataset (CC BY 4.0), generated from TripoSIM's live catalog on 2 November 2026: country-level observed price fields in USD, which do not verify a purchasable plan for a specific trip. Rankings compare the median price per GB across observed catalog entries in each country. This site is owned by the same company as TripoSIM, so this is first-party data, not an independent market survey. Prices, plan duration and individual terms can change; the checkout page is authoritative. A country-level network list can combine different SKUs, not networks guaranteed in any one purchased profile.