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Prepaid North Macedonia eSIM data plans for travellers

One eSIM for Europe, with plans that cover 41 countries. See the national networks and the signal in North Macedonia, and the phones that take an eSIM. No subscription.

  • QR code after payment
  • Full refund if it doesn't work
  • No subscription

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North Macedonia eSIM plans and prices

No plan covers North Macedonia yet.

Online in North Macedonia in three steps

  1. 1

    Buy your plan

    Choose a plan and pay online. The QR code shows on your order page and by email, seconds after payment.

    See the plans
  2. 2

    Install the eSIM

    Scan the QR code in your phone settings while you are on Wi-Fi.

    Install guide
  3. 3

    Switch it on in North Macedonia

    When you land, turn on the eSIM line and choose it for mobile data.

    Activation help

Will your phone take an eSIM?

  1. 1

    Dial *#06#

    An EID in the list means the phone has an eSIM chip.

  2. 2

    Check the lock

    A phone locked to its carrier refuses other networks. Ask the carrier to unlock it.

  3. 3

    Check the model

    Some models ship without eSIM in certain markets. The list below shows the main ones.

Phones with eSIM

  • Apple iPhone XS, XR and later. Most models sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao have no eSIM.
  • Google Pixel 3 and later. Some Pixel 3, 3a and 4 models have no eSIM, depending on where they were sold.
  • Other makers, such as Samsung: dial *#06# and look for an EID.

Not sure? Ask the maker or the shop that sold you the phone before you buy a plan.

Check your phoneInstall guide

Keep your own number

Most phones with eSIM hold two lines. Your home SIM keeps your number for calls and texts, and the EuropeSIM eSIM carries your data.

Texts such as bank codes still reach your home line. Your home carrier may charge for texts and calls abroad.

How to switch your data line

What's included

  • Full refund if it doesn't work

    If the eSIM cannot be made to work, you get your money back.

  • An eSIM for North Macedonia

    Data for your whole trip.

  • QR code seconds after payment

    It shows on your order page and by email. No app needed.

  • The full price before you pay
  • Setup guides for every step
  • A store, not a carrier: we sell the plans ourselves

eSIM, local SIM or roaming?

The usual ways to get data in North Macedonia, side by side.

EuropeSIM eSIMLocal SIM (airport or shop)Roaming with your home carrier
NetworkNot covered by a plan of ours yet.a Macedonian networkA partner network of your carrier
How you get itQR code after payment, before you leaveIn a shop or online, with an ID checkAlready on your phone
Price-The shop sets itYour carrier's roaming prices
Local numberNoYesYour home number
Home number stays activeYes, on a phone with two linesOnly on a phone with two linesYes
RefundFull refund if it doesn't workThe shop's rulesYour carrier's rules

The facts about local SIMs and roaming come from the sources below.

Coverage in Skopje, Ohrid, Lake Ohrid, Matka Canyon and the Mavrovo National Park

North Macedonia has two national networks: Makedonski Telekom and A1. 4G reaches most of the country, and 5G is available in Skopje and other larger cities. The signal is weaker in the mountains and in some rural areas. North Macedonia is not in the EU or the EEA, so the EU roaming rules do not apply here.

To check a route, see the coverage maps of AEC, the telecom regulator of North Macedonia.

Questions about eSIM in North Macedonia

How fast do I get my North Macedonia eSIM?

The QR code shows on your order page and by email, seconds after payment. Save it before you leave the page.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, a full refund if the eSIM doesn't work and we cannot fix it. A working eSIM is not refunded because you changed your mind. Write to contact@europesim.eu with your order link.

Do I get a Macedonian phone number?

No. Our plans carry data and do not come with a local number. Your home number stays on your phone.

Who sells the eSIM?

EuropeSIM is operated by LuKas Holdings sp. z o.o., Warsaw, Poland. We sell the plans ourselves. We are not a carrier.

Does an eSIM work in North Macedonia?

Yes, on a phone that takes an eSIM and is not locked to a carrier.

When should I install the eSIM?

Install it while you are on Wi-Fi, so that you can scan the QR code and follow the steps. The plan page says when the days of the plan start.

Which network will I use?

The network shows on each plan before you pay, as soon as the store confirms it. North Macedonia's national networks are Makedonski Telekom and A1.

Do my apps work in North Macedonia?

Yes. The eSIM gives your phone mobile data, so apps such as WhatsApp, Viber, Google Maps, Google Translate and Bolt work as they do at home.

Where can I buy an eSIM for North Macedonia?

Here, online, before you travel. Choose a plan on this page; you do not need to find a shop when you land.

Can I keep my own number?

Yes, on a phone that holds two lines. Your home SIM stays for calls and texts, and the eSIM carries the data. Turn off data roaming on the home line.

What do I do when I land in North Macedonia?

Turn on the eSIM line and choose it for mobile data. The activation guide shows each step for your phone.

Activation guide

Still need help?

Send us your order link and your phone model, and we help you get the eSIM working.

We reply the same day.

Help centreEmail contact@europesim.eu

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Sources and verification

The sources behind this page and the day each one was checked.

How long are you staying in North Macedonia?

7 days