eSIM plans · AfricaeSIM Plans for Algeria (2026)
Roaming in Algeria can cost $110.00 or more for 11GB. Airalo's 20GB plan covers the same data for $34.99, saving you $75.01 over 7 days on Mobilis. Light users save with 1GB at $3.99.
A 7-day trip to Algeria requires 11GB for a moderate data user. Maps, messaging, and photo uploads burn roughly 1.5GB per day across the full trip. If you grab the 20GB plan for $34.99, you get 9GB of headroom beyond your 11GB baseline. If you stream video or run hotspot sessions, unlimited data at $5.99/day on Mobilis removes the cap.
Usage varies a lot by traveler type for a 7-day trip. Light users (email and maps only) need about 500MB per day, so 4GB total. Moderate users (social media and navigation) need 1.5GB per day, so 11GB total. Heavy users (video calls and streaming) consume 3GB per day, so 21GB total. Algeria carries 2 operators on 4G LTE with 7 plan sizes to match each tier.
Each traveler type maps to a specific plan in Algeria. Budget travelers pick the 5GB plan at $12.49 and keep $2.50/GB as their cost floor. Social media and navigation users fit the 5GB plan at $12.49, which delivers $2.50/GB across 7 days. Heavy users who burn 3GB+ daily pick unlimited at $5.99/day on Mobilis instead of risking a data cap mid-trip.
Which plan fits your Algeria trip?
Find the row that sounds like you. Most travelers land on Moderate. Not sure? Take the quiz.
- Train navigation & maps
- Translation & messaging
- Email & boarding passes
- Instagram & photo sharing
- Browsing & light video
- Music & the odd call home
- Streaming & video calls
- Remote work sessions
- Laptop hotspot
How trip length changes your Algeria plan
Short trips and extended stays need different data strategies. Find your trip length below.
Short trip (1–3 days)
For a weekend trip, 5GB handles moderate usage. The 5GB plan costs $12.49 on Mobilis.
Standard trip (5–10 days)
A 5-10 day trip requires 11GB at 1.5GB/day. The 20GB plan at $34.99 gives moderate users enough data on Mobilis.
Extended stay (14–30 days)
Extended stays of 14-30 days push past fixed plan limits. Unlimited data at $5.99/day on Mobilis removes the cap.
All four providers for Algeria
Representative 7-day plans. Prices verified June 2026
| Provider | Rating | Data | Days | Price | Per day | Per GB | Best for | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Airalo #1 Pick | 8.8/10 | 5 GB | 7 | $12.49 | $1.78 | $2.50 | Overall | Get Plan |
 Saily | 8.3/10 | 5 GB | 7 | $12.49 | $1.78 | $2.50 | Privacy | Get Plan |
 Holafly | 8.6/10 | Unltd | 7 | $41.93 | $5.99 | N/A | Unlimited | Get Plan |
 Nomad | 8.4/10 | 5 GB | 7 | $7.99 | $1.78 | $2.50 | Budget | Get Plan |
 HelloRoam | 8.7/10 | 5 GB | 7 | $12.49 | $1.78 | $2.50 | Coverage + Value | Get Plan |
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Who you're connecting to
In Algeria, the underlying carrier matters more than the brand on your plan.
Algeria's 4G LTE network splits across 2 carriers, and each one handles different traveler needs. Mobilis runs the widest 4G LTE footprint in Algeria's cities. Airalo routes through this carrier, which gives moderate-to-heavy travelers reliable download speeds across urban zones. Djezzy runs secondary towers in Algeria's countryside and mountain regions, giving hikers and road-trippers a fallback when Mobilis thins out. If you burn 3GB+ daily on video calls, Holafly's unlimited plan at $5.99/day runs on Djezzy's 4G LTE towers in Algeria. Saily routes through Djezzy and includes VPN encryption by default. Remote workers on public WiFi in Algeria save one app install. At $3.99 for 1GB, Nomad's 4G LTE plan targets light users in Algeria who keep daily usage under 500MB. Since all 2 carriers in Algeria run 4G LTE, your usage tier drives the plan choice more than the network name.
Airalo
4G LTEUses Mobilis network. Broadest coverage footprint.
Saily
4G LTEUses Mobilis network. Added privacy features baked in.
Holafly
4G LTEUses Mobilis network. Unlimited plans with fair-use speeds.
Nomad
4G LTEUses Mobilis network. Great in cities and main routes.
HelloRoam
4G LTEUses Mobilis network. Great in cities and main routes.
What uses your data in Algeria
Activity-level data breakdown on Mobilis's network.
Streaming
Video streaming on Mobilis's 4G LTE network uses 1-3GB per hour. A 2-hour session burns 4-6GB. Download shows over WiFi to cut mobile data use.
Navigation
Navigation in Algeria uses 50-100MB/hour on 4G LTE. Download offline maps over WiFi to cut this to near zero.
Social media
Scrolling feeds on Mobilis uses 200-500MB/hour. Photo uploads add another 100-200MB/hour. Text posts use almost nothing.
Work tools
Remote work on 4G LTE in Algeria uses 1-2GB/hour for video calls. Email and Slack add 50-100MB/hour. Cloud file uploads vary by size.
Pricing notes for Algeria
Here is what each plan tier costs in Algeria: 1GB at $3.99 ($3.99/GB), 3GB at $7.99 ($2.66/GB), 5GB at $12.49 ($2.50/GB), 10GB at $18.49 ($1.85/GB), 20GB at $34.99 ($1.75/GB). The per-GB rate drops as you buy larger plans. The 5GB tier delivers the strongest moderate-user value: $12.49 total, $2.50/GB, covering 4 days of 1.5GB daily use. If you only need email and maps, 1GB at $3.99 keeps you connected without paying for data you will not use. At $5.99/day, unlimited data breaks even with the 20GB fixed plan after 6 days. Longer trips save money on unlimited. A 30-day unlimited plan drops to $4.91/day (18% off). Holafly suits heavy users on unlimited; Nomad's fixed tiers cover light and moderate travelers at lower cost. Nomad's 1GB plan at $3.99 is the lowest-price eSIM available for Algeria.
See how Algeria compares to similar destinations in Africa. For device-specific setup, read our guides for iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel.
How to activate your Algeria eSIM
Start by selecting a Algeria plan sized to your usage tier (light, moderate, or heavy). Then scan the provider's QR code in your phone's eSIM settings over a stable WiFi connection.
If you want to receive calls on your home number while abroad, keep both lines active. Set the eSIM as "Travel Data" for internet and your home SIM for voice.
Mobilis's 4G LTE network in Algeria picks up your eSIM within seconds of power-on. No physical card, no store, no passport scan needed.
Common Algeria eSIM questions
Direct answers grounded in real plan data and carrier coverage.
What plan do I need?
Mobilis and Ooredoo DZ are the main networks in Algeria. Airalo's eSIM connects to Mobilis and offers plans from $3.99 (1GB) to $34.99 (20GB). For a 7-day trip, moderate users need about 3GB. The 3GB plan at $7.99 covers that.
How much data do I need?
For a 7-day trip to Algeria, your data needs depend on activity. Maps and messaging use about 0.09GB/day (1GB total). Social media and navigation use 0.4GB/day (3GB total). Streaming and video calls use 3.53GB/day (25GB total). WiFi in Algeria is available at hotels and some restaurants, offsetting about 10% of usage. Plans on Mobilis start at $3.99.
Which provider is cheapest?
For Algeria, Airalo starts at $3.99 for 1GB on Mobilis. Unlimited daily plans cost $5.99/day ($41.93/week). Light users save with fixed plans. Heavy users break even on unlimited after about 1 days of streaming.
Is an eSIM worth it?
An eSIM saves money and time in Algeria. Airport SIM cards cost $15-25 after a 15-30 minutes wait. Airalo's 20GB eSIM costs $34.99 for 11GB and activates before you board. It runs on Mobilis, the same network airport SIMs use.
eSIM vs SIM card?
Use both in Algeria: keep your home SIM for calls and add an eSIM for data. The eSIM from Airalo starts at $3.99 for 1GB on Mobilis. That avoids the 15-30 minutes airport SIM queue and the $15-25 counter price.
How to set up?
Set up your Algeria eSIM before boarding. Buy and install the plan from Airalo while on home WiFi. The eSIM activates on Mobilis when your phone detects the local network. Plans start at $3.99 for 1GB on Mobilis. Keep your home SIM active for calls and use the eSIM for data.
Plan match by traveler profile
Each profile maps to a specific plan size and provider for Algeria.
Backpacker
maps and messaging over 14 days in Algeria totals 7GB. The 10GB plan from Airalo at $18.49 fits a backpacker on Mobilis.
Backpackers staying 7 days in Algeria need 4GB for navigation and hostels. The 5GB plan at $12.49 matches.
Business traveler
video calls and uploads over 5 days in Algeria totals 15GB. The 20GB plan from Airalo at $34.99 fits a business traveler on Mobilis.
A 7-day business trip in Algeria needs 21GB minimum. Unlimited data at $5.99/day on Mobilis keeps calls stable.
Family group
A family traveler in Algeria needs 14GB for social media and navigation over 7 days. Airalo's 20GB plan at $34.99 ($1.75/GB) covers that on Mobilis.
Three travelers sharing Algeria data need 42GB for 7 days. Each grabs the 20GB at $34.99 on Mobilis.
Digital nomad
A digital nomad in Algeria needs 75GB for remote work and streaming over 30 days. Airalo's 20GB plan at $34.99 ($1.75/GB) covers that on Mobilis.
Remote workers use 2.5GB/day for uploads and calls. The 20GB plan at $34.99 handles 18GB over 7 days on Mobilis.
Your questions, answered
How much data do I need for a 7-day trip to Algeria?
Build your Algeria data budget from actual usage rates on Mobilis's 4G LTE network. Maps and messages: 0.5GB/day, so 4GB over 7 days. Add social media and browsing: 1.5GB/day, totalling 11GB for the trip. Add streaming: 4GB/day, which pushes to 28GB. heavy users (4GB+/day) save more with unlimited data at $5.99/day. Most travelers land in the middle at 11GB.
Should I get a fixed data plan or unlimited for Algeria?
Two traveler types, two answers for Algeria. The leisure traveler (maps, Instagram, WhatsApp) burns under 3.4GB/day. Fixed wins: the 20GB plan at $34.99 covers 7 days without overpaying. The remote worker or streamer hits 3.4+GB/day. Unlimited at $5.99/day makes more sense for that profile. For a 7-day trip, the fixed 20GB plan ($34.99) costs less than 7 days unlimited ($38.58) for moderate users.
Which eSIM plan fits a light or heavy data user in Algeria?
Match your 7-day Algeria trip to a plan tier before you buy. A light data day (0.5GB) across 7 days totals 4GB. The 1GB plan at $3.99 fits that profile. A moderate day (1.5GB) across 7 days reaches 11GB. The 5GB plan at $12.49 covers it. Heavy users at 3GB/day hit 21GB and need the 20GB plan at $34.99.
Does my phone support eSIM for Algeria?
iPhone XS (2018) and later, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, and Google Pixel 3 and later all support eSIM. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06#: if you see an EID number below the IMEI, eSIM is available. Algeria's 4G LTE network connects automatically once you install the eSIM profile. No physical SIM card swap needed.
When does my Algeria eSIM start counting down?
Savvy travelers install the Algeria eSIM QR code at home over WiFi and activate on landing. The validity timer starts at first network use, not at purchase or installation. Weekend visitors use the 1GB plan at $3.99. Long-stay travelers use the 20GB plan at $34.99. Buy 1–3 days before your flight so the plan is fresh when you arrive.
Is Algeria well-covered by travel eSIM networks in Africa?
Algeria network facts for Africa travelers: 2 carriers (Mobilis, Djezzy), 4G LTE maximum speed, reliable urban coverage. Travel eSIMs use these same carriers. Rural coverage varies. Budget $12.49 for the 5GB plan at $2.50/GB for a typical stay.
Which activities use the most mobile data in Algeria?
Plan your Algeria data budget around your activities. Streaming SD video: 700MB/hour. Video calls (Zoom, FaceTime): 450MB/hour. Live navigation: 150MB/hour. Social media scrolling: 200MB/hour. Messaging: 50MB/hour. A standard day of maps and social browsing totals 1–1.5GB. The 5GB plan at $12.49 handles 4–7 days of typical tourist activity on Mobilis's 4G LTE network.
Which Algeria eSIM plan fits my trip length?
Start with your Algeria trip length, then pick the right plan. At 1.5GB/day (moderate use): 2–2 days → 3GB at $7.99 ($2.66/GB); 3–3 days → 5GB at $12.49 ($2.50/GB); 5–6 days → 10GB at $18.49 ($1.85/GB); 8–13 days → 20GB at $34.99 ($1.75/GB). Heavy video use adds 20% to those estimates. The largest plan offers the best per-GB value at $1.75/GB.
When does unlimited data save money in Algeria?
Remote workers and streamers in Algeria get the most value from unlimited at $5.99/day. Commit to 1 days at minimum ($5.75 total). Plan ahead for 30 days and pay only $4.91/day (18% off). Full 4G LTE speed holds up to 2GB daily before throttling. Casual users on maps and messaging cost less with a fixed plan.
What is the best-value Algeria eSIM plan?
For a Algeria trip lasting a week or more, the 20GB plan at $34.99 is the efficient choice at $1.75/GB. Shorter stays of 1–3 days fit the 1GB plan at $3.99 ($3.99/GB) without paying for unused GB. Buy one tier above your estimate and you will not run out.
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