Capital city in Sofia City, Bulgaria
Internet in Sofia: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Sofia?
Median fixed broadband in Bulgaria is 94 Mbps and mobile is 203 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés across the center have fast, free wifi; coworking spaces have fibre and backup lines.
Getting online in Sofia
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from A1, Vivacom and local providers is almost universal; 300 Mbps–1 Gbps for about €10–15 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés across the center have fast, free wifi; coworking spaces have fibre and backup lines. |
| Tourist SIM | EU SIMs roam at no extra cost. Prepaid SIMs at operator shops require passport registration; a month of data costs about €10–20. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | A1, Yettel, Vivacom |
| Monthly data plan | €10–20 ($11–23) |
Coworking spaces in Sofia
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Betahaus Sofia | Center | — |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Sofia?
Median fixed broadband in Bulgaria is 94 Mbps and mobile is 203 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés across the center have fast, free wifi; coworking spaces have fibre and backup lines.
Which SIM card should I get in Sofia?
EU SIMs roam at no extra cost. Prepaid SIMs at operator shops require passport registration; a month of data costs about €10–20.
Can I use an eSIM in Bulgaria?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Sofia?
Yes: Betahaus Sofia.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Bulgaria
- A1
- Yettel
- Vivacom
- Sofia Airport
- Sofia Metropolitan
- Sofia Urban Mobility Center
- Bolt Bulgaria
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.