Last updated: October 22, 2026
Quick answer: If you're only visiting Georgia, get a Georgia plan. OVOSIM runs on Silknet with 4G and 5G, from €2.99 for 1GB, or €8.99 for 5GB over 30 days. If your trip also takes in Armenia, Azerbaijan or Turkey, get the Caucasus plan instead. It covers all of them plus 47 more countries from €14.99 for 12GB, so you don't need a new eSIM at each border.
This guide is about Georgia the country, in the Caucasus. Heading to the US state? You want a USA eSIM.
Georgia-only plan or Caucasus plan?
This is the main choice, and it comes down to your route.
| Your trip | Best plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi and around, a week or so | Georgia 5GB, 30 days, €8.99 | Cheapest, more than enough data |
| Two weeks in Georgia, heavy use | Georgia 10GB, 30 days, €12.99 | Room for video calls and hotspot |
| Georgia and Armenia | Caucasus 12GB, 30 days, €14.99 | One eSIM for both countries |
| Batumi with a trip into Turkey | Caucasus 12GB, 30 days, €14.99 | Turkey is included, a Georgia plan stops at the border |
| Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan | Caucasus 24GB, 30 days, €29.99 | Covers the full loop |
| Several trips to the region this year | Caucasus 30GB, 365 days, €42.99 | Valid for a year |
Two things to know about the Caucasus plan:
- It starts when you install it, not when you land. Install it the day before you fly.
- It covers 51 countries, including Turkey, Central Asia, most of Europe, the UAE and the US. Handy if you fly via Istanbul or Dubai.
The Georgia-only plans are cheaper per GB, so if you're not crossing a border, stick with those.
Planning the whole region? Our Caucasus eSIM guide covers Armenia and Azerbaijan in detail.
Georgia eSIM plans and prices
| Plan | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1GB | 7 days | €2.99 |
| 3GB | 15 days | €4.99 |
| 3GB | 30 days | €5.99 |
| 5GB | 30 days | €8.99 |
| 10GB | 30 days | €12.99 |
| 20GB | 30 days | €24.99 |
All plans run on Silknet with 4G and 5G, and hotspot is allowed. Use code OVOSIM15 for 15% off. Prices can change, so check the Georgia plans page for the latest.
OVOSIM vs Airalo vs Holafly for Georgia (October 2026)
| Provider | Comparable plan | Price | Network | Hotspot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OVOSIM | 5GB, 30 days | €8.99 | Silknet | Allowed |
| Airalo | 5GB, 7 days | $11 | Cellfie | Allowed |
| Holafly | Unlimited, 7 days | $27.50 | Magti | Up to 1GB a day |
| OVOSIM | Caucasus 12GB, 30 days, 51 countries | €14.99 | Local networks in each country | Allowed |
Where each one fits:
- OVOSIM: cheapest for a set amount of data, with longer validity. The Caucasus plan is the pick for multi-country trips.
- Airalo: a well-known app, and this plan comes with a phone number. Only 7 days of validity at that price though.
- Holafly: unlimited data on Magti, the biggest network. Good for heavy streaming, but you pay a lot more, and hotspot is capped at 1GB a day.
Competitor prices are from their own listings and esims.io in October 2026 and change often. Check before you buy.
Mobile networks in Georgia
Georgia has three main networks:
- Magti: the largest, with the widest coverage, including in the mountains.
- Silknet: the second largest (Geocell was merged into Silknet). Strong in cities and along the main tourist routes. OVOSIM's Georgia plans run on Silknet.
- Cellfie: the newest, formerly Beeline Georgia. Good in Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi, thinner in rural areas.
For a typical tourist route, all three work well. The differences show up deep in the mountains, where no network is reliable.
Coverage around Georgia
Tbilisi: strong 4G and 5G across the city, including the Old Town, Narikala, Rustaveli Avenue and Vera. Metro stations have signal.
Batumi and the Black Sea coast: strong 4G along the boulevard and in the new town.
Kazbegi (Stepantsminda): 4G in town. On the walk up to Gergeti Trinity Church, signal comes and goes depending on the weather.
Georgian Military Highway: coverage through the main towns, with gaps in the deeper gorges and tunnels. Download offline maps before you drive it.
Kakheti wine region: good in Sighnaghi, Telavi and along the main roads.
Kutaisi: well covered, which is useful since a lot of budget flights land here.
Svaneti: Mestia town has 3G and 4G. The Mestia to Ushguli trek is mostly offline, so download maps and your trail app first.
Tusheti and remote valleys: very limited or no signal. Plan to be offline.
Crossing borders from Georgia
Georgia is the usual starting point for a Caucasus trip, so it's worth knowing what happens at each border.
- Into Armenia (Sadakhlo, or the Tbilisi to Yerevan minibus): a Georgia plan stops working. The Caucasus plan switches to an Armenian network on its own after a short gap.
- Into Turkey (Sarpi, near Batumi): same thing. Plenty of people pop across from Batumi to Hopa or carry on to Trabzon. The Caucasus plan covers Turkey, a Georgia plan doesn't.
- Into Azerbaijan: Azerbaijan's land borders have been closed to most travelers for several years, so many people fly from Tbilisi to Baku instead. Check the current rules before you plan an overland route. Either way, the Caucasus plan covers Azerbaijan.
- Into Russia (Upper Lars, past Kazbegi): the Caucasus plan includes Russia, but foreign SIMs get a 24 hour mobile data block on arrival there. See our Russia eSIM guide before going.
Practical tips for Georgia
- Taxis: Bolt and Yandex Go are both widely used in Tbilisi and Batumi. You need data to book, and prices are fixed in the app, which beats haggling at the airport.
- Maps: Google Maps works well in cities. For hiking, download offline maps or use an app like Maps.me or AllTrails.
- No VPN needed: all the usual apps work normally in Georgia.
- Money: Georgia uses the lari (GEL). Cards work widely in Tbilisi and Batumi, less so in villages.
- Local SIMs: you can buy one at the airport or in town with your passport. Good value for a long stay in Georgia alone. An eSIM saves the queue and keeps your home number on WhatsApp.
How much data do you need?
| Use | Per day |
|---|---|
| Maps and navigation | about 100MB |
| Bolt and Yandex Go | about 50MB |
| WhatsApp and messaging | about 100MB |
| Social media | about 300MB |
| Browsing and bookings | about 100MB |
That's about 650MB to 1GB a day. For a week in Georgia, 5GB is comfortable. For two weeks or remote work, go for 10GB. Guesthouse and café Wi-Fi is usually decent, so most people use less than they expect.
Setting up your Georgia eSIM
- Choose your plan at ovosim.com/esim/georgia.
- Install it on Wi-Fi: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → scan the QR code. For the Caucasus plan, do this the day before you fly.
- Set the eSIM as your data line and keep your main line for calls and texts.
- Turn off data roaming on your main line.
- When you land, turn on data roaming for the eSIM line only. It connects to a local network on its own.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best eSIM for Georgia?
For Georgia only, a local-network plan like OVOSIM's Georgia eSIM on Silknet, from €2.99. If you're also visiting Armenia, Azerbaijan or Turkey, the Caucasus plan is simpler, from €14.99 for 12GB across 51 countries.
Does an eSIM work in Georgia?
Yes. Georgia has good 4G and 5G in Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi and the main tourist areas. Most phones from the last few years support eSIM.
Can I use one eSIM for Georgia and Armenia?
Yes, with the Caucasus plan. A Georgia-only plan stops working at the Armenian border.
Does the Georgia eSIM work in Turkey?
The Georgia-only plan doesn't. The Caucasus plan does, which suits a day trip from Batumi across the Sarpi border.
Does it work in Kazbegi and Svaneti?
Yes in Stepantsminda and Mestia. Signal is patchy on the hike to Gergeti and mostly gone on the Mestia to Ushguli trek, so download offline maps.
Do I need to register an eSIM in Georgia?
No. Travel eSIMs don't need local registration. Only local SIM cards need your passport.
Do I need a VPN in Georgia?
No. Instagram, WhatsApp, Google and YouTube all work normally.
Is it cheaper than Airalo or Holafly?
In October 2026, 5GB for 30 days is €8.99 with OVOSIM, compared with $11 for 5GB over 7 days at Airalo and $27.50 for 7 days of unlimited data at Holafly.
The bottom line
For a trip that stays in Georgia, a Georgia plan is the cheapest way to stay online, from €2.99. If you're carrying on to Armenia, Azerbaijan or Turkey, get the Caucasus plan and use one eSIM for the whole trip. Install before you fly, and download offline maps for the mountains.
Going further? Read our Caucasus guide, or see plans for Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkey.