Africa eSIM — reviews & details
Africa 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Botswana Mascom 3G Orange 4G
- Burkina Faso Orange 4G
- Central African Republic Orange 3G
- Chad Airtel 4G
- Cote d'Ivoire Orange 4G
- Democratic Republic of the Congo Orange 4G Airtel 4G
- Egypt Orange 5G Etisalat 5G
- Eswatini Swazi MTN 4G Swazi Mobile 4G
- Gabon Airtel 4G
- Ghana Vodafone 4G MTN 4G AirtelTigo 3G
- Guinea-Bissau MTN Areeba 3G
- Kenya Airtel 5G
- Liberia Lonestar Cell MTN 4G
- Madagascar Airtel 4G
- Malawi Airtel 4G
- Mali Orange 5G
- Morocco Orange Morocco 4G
- Niger Orange 3G Airtel 3G
- Nigeria MTN 5G Airtel 4G
- Republic of the Congo Airtel 4G
- Reunion Orange 5G
- Senegal Orange 4G
- Seychelles Airtel 4G
- South Africa MTN 5G Vodacom 4G Cell C 4G Telkom 4G
- Sudan MTN 4G
- Tanzania Airtel 5G Vodacom 5G
- Tunisia Orange 5G
- Uganda Airtel 4G MTN 4G
- Zambia Airtel 5G MTN 4G
Traveller reviews
Pablo P.
Spain · Jan 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Noah L.
Germany · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna 💜
Lucia W.
Indonesia · Jan 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Yuki M.
India · Jan 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜
Max R.
Netherlands · Jan 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Max! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Ken
Yuki R.
Sweden · Jan 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Africa. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Chloe S.
Australia · Jan 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Africa. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie
Emma D.
Italy · Jan 2025
Did the job without any drama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Emma! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie
Olivia S.
South Korea · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Olivia! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei V.
New Zealand · Jan 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Wei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Linh F.
Philippines · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Linh! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego 💜
Lea S.
Philippines · Jan 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom
Nadia M.
Sweden · Jan 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜
Pablo V.
Indonesia · Jan 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sara
Ryan N.
Mexico · Jan 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Africa. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ryan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Africa eSIM cost?
The Africa 5GB 30Days plan costs $31.50 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Africa eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Africa.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Africa.
Comments & questions
Nguyen M. · 2 weeks ago
Which networks does this connect to?
Sri S. · 3 weeks ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Isabella D. · 1 month ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Yuki B. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Haruto S. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Ryan S. · 7 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Min-jun H. · 7 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Wei L. · 7 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Louis D. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Lea P. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Haruto N. · 1 year ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Ji-woo C. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.