N26 Rolls Out eSIM Service for German Customers
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N26 has launched mobile phone plans in Germany, and is planning to expand to other countries. Branded as N26 SIM, the service runs on Vodafone Germany’s 5G network, with connectivity provided by 1GLOBAL.
Rather than shipping physical SIM cards, the entire experience runs through eSIM technology, no paperwork, no store visits, no waiting lines. The plans are activated directly in the N26 app.
N26 offers three data tiers: 10 GB for €13.99, 30 GB for €19.99, and 100 GB for €34.99. Each comes with unlimited domestic calls and texts, EU and EEA roaming, and the ability to cancel with just a month’s notice. Customers can port their current number or get a new one, switching between plans as needed.
The partnership leans on eSIM’s flexibility, enabling users to manage multiple profiles on a single device. For many, this will mean being able to separate work and personal lines, or to stay connected across borders without changing providers.
“Together with our network operator Vodafone, our customers can be connected through one of the best mobile networks in Germany,” said Valentin Stalf, founder and CEO of N26.
The launch follows similar moves by others, including Revolut, which opened its waiting list for Revolut Mobile in Germany and the UK last week, after introducing eSIM services in Germany last year. It looks like the line between financial services and mobile connectivity continues to grow less distinct.
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