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Afghanistan eSIM
A 5 GB Afghanistan eSIM costs £15.99 for 30 days on Roshan on 3G. Plans start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Your eSIM connects you to Roshan in Afghanistan, so you can message home on WhatsApp, check work email and find your way around Kabul, Herat or Kandahar, with no local SIM card to hunt down once you have landed.
- 3G speeds
- 1 network: Roshan
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Afghanistan eSIM in two questions
Which Afghanistan eSIM plan do I need?
Choose by trip length and how much you will use your phone, and the plan below is easy to pick.
- A three-day work trip to Kabul: 1 GB a day for 3 days covers messages, social media and maps.
- A week visiting family in Herat: 5 GB for 30 days covers a week of messages, music and some video.
- A fortnight across Mazar-i-Sharif and Kandahar: 10 GB for 30 days covers two weeks of social media, music and some video.
- A 30-day stay in Jalalabad for aid work: 20 GB for 30 days covers a full month of messages, maps and some video.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data during your trip if you need it.
All 34 Afghanistan eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 / €4.00 / $4.33 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £3.33 / €4.00 / $4.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £15.99 / €18.99 / $19.99 | £3.20 / €3.80 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £27.99 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £2.80 / €3.40 / $3.70 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £52.99 / €63.99 / $68.99 | £2.65 / €3.20 / $3.45 | Choose |
| Per day | 1 day | 3 days | 5 days | 7 days | 10 days | 15 days | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99 | £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99 | £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99 | £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.49 | £29.99 / €35.49 / $38.49 |
| 1 GB a day | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £9.99 / €11.99 / $13.99 | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £20.49 / €24.49 / $26.49 | £40.49 / €48.49 / $52.49 |
| 2 GB a day | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99 | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £35.49 / €42.49 / $45.99 | £69.99 / €83.99 / $91.49 |
| 10 GB a day | £22.99 / €27.99 / $29.99 | £67.99 / €80.99 / $87.99 | £91.99 / €109.99 / $119.49 | £91.99 / €109.99 / $119.49 | £91.99 / €109.99 / $119.49 | £137.49 / €164.99 / $178.49 | £274.49 / €328.99 / $356.49 |
Networks your Afghanistan eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Afghanistan.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Roshan | 4G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Will my eSIM have signal in Afghanistan?
Your eSIM joins Roshan, a 4G network, and your phone picks it up by itself once you switch on. Connections can be unreliable, though. Authorities have cut internet access nationwide at times, so download offline maps before you travel and send a WhatsApp message to check your connection once you land.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Find out what that means for your IP address.
Daily plans slow to the fair use speed once you have used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Afghanistan?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB1 GB a day · 3 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $13.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £20.49 / €24.49 / $26.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £14.99 / €17.99 / $19.49
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £20.49 / €24.49 / $26.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £35.49 / €42.49 / $45.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £27.99 / €33.99 / $36.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £40.49 / €48.49 / $52.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £69.99 / €83.99 / $91.49
How to set up your Afghanistan eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins Roshan and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Afghanistan: connection tips
- Landing in Kabul (KBL): Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi first. When you land at Kabul (KBL), Kandahar (KDH) or Herat (HEA), switch it on and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line.
- Your network: Your eSIM runs on Roshan's 4G network. There is no 5G, so 4G is what you will use.
- Staying in touch: Send messages on WhatsApp, and your home number stays on for calls and texts. Read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number before you fly.
- Connection gaps: Authorities have cut internet access nationwide at times, so connections can be unreliable. Save maps and any documents you need before you leave home, in case the connection drops.
- Daily plans: Once you pass your daily allowance, speeds drop to 512 Kbps. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data during your trip.
Afghanistan eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Afghanistan?
Afghanistan eSIMs start at £3.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £15.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Afghanistan eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Roshan in Afghanistan. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Afghanistan eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Afghanistan, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Afghanistan eSIM?
Yes. Most Afghanistan plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Afghanistan plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Afghanistan are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Does WhatsApp work with an eSIM in Afghanistan?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Afghanistan, and it runs on your eSIM's mobile data. It's a simple way to keep in touch with family and colleagues, so set it up before you fly.
Is there 5G in Afghanistan?
No. Afghanistan has no 5G, and Roshan, the network your eSIM uses, runs on 4G only. So you should expect 4G rather than 5G.
Will my eSIM stay online in Afghanistan?
Not always, so build in some slack. Authorities have cut internet access nationwide at times, so connections can be unreliable. Send important messages as soon as you can, rather than leaving them until the last minute.
Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot in Afghanistan?
Yes, but treat hotspot as heavy use. Sharing your connection with a laptop or tablet draws data quickly, so keep an eye on your allowance. Our [hotspot set-up steps](/help/hotspot-tethering) show how to start.
What happens when my daily data runs out in Afghanistan?
Your speed drops to 512 Kbps once you have used up that day's allowance. Pick a daily plan with room for your busiest day, and save large downloads for when you have Wi-Fi.
Ready for Afghanistan?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.