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Africa eSIM
A 5 GB Africa eSIM costs £37.99 for 30 days across 21 countries with 5G. Plans start at £8.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
One eSIM for a trip that takes in Morocco, Egypt, Kenya and Zambia, with Mauritius, Seychelles and Réunion thrown in. This bundle covers 21 countries, so you can change route without changing eSIM. Install once, pick your plan, and keep moving.
- 5G and 4G
- 21 countries on one eSIM
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Africa eSIM in two questions
Which Africa eSIM plan fits my route?
Pick your route, match your days to your data habits, and the plan picks itself.
- A three-day run through Kenya and Tanzania: heavy use fits 2 GB a day for 3 days, so maps and messages stay handy on the road.
- A week in Morocco and Egypt: start at Marrakech Menara (RAK), then fly on to Cairo. Standard use fits 5 GB for 30 days, and you can book a ride with Uber or inDrive in either country.
- Two weeks through Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda: standard use fits 10 GB for 30 days, which leaves room for the detours you didn't plan.
- A month through Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania: standard use fits 20 GB for 30 days, and every plan can be topped up if your route changes.
Only this bundle covers Algeria, Mauritius, Rwanda and Zimbabwe, so it's the one to pick if they're on your route.
All 41 Africa 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 | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £22.99 / €27.99 / $29.99 | £7.66 / €9.33 / $10.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $31.99 | £8.00 / €9.66 / $10.66 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99 | £7.60 / €9.00 / $9.80 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £68.99 / €81.99 / $88.99 | £6.90 / €8.20 / $8.90 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £139.99 / €167.99 / $181.99 | £7.00 / €8.40 / $9.10 | Choose |
21 countries on one eSIM
Cross borders without changing anything: your eSIM switches to the local network in each country by itself.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
 DR Congo | Airtel | 5G |
 Algeria | Djezzy | 4G |
 Egypt | Vodafone | 5G |
 Gabon | Airtel | 4G |
 Ghana | Vodafone | 5G |
 Kenya | Airtel | 5G |
 Morocco | Orange Morocco | 5G |
 Madagascar | Airtel | 4G |
 Mauritius | Emtel, my.t | 5G |
 Malawi | Airtel | 4G |
 Niger | Airtel | 4G |
 Nigeria | Airtel | 5G |
 Réunion | SFR | 4G |
 Rwanda | Airtel | 4G |
 Seychelles | Airtel | 4G |
 Chad | Airtel | 4G |
 Tunisia | Tunicell | 4G |
 Tanzania | Airtel | 5G |
 Uganda | Airtel | 5G |
 Zambia | Airtel | 4G |
 Zimbabwe | Econet | 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 Singapore, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Which countries and networks does the Africa eSIM cover?
Your Africa eSIM covers 21 countries, and 9 of them have 5G. One plan, many borders, no swapping SIMs at the airport. Your phone switches network by itself as you cross each one, so you can keep your attention on the trip.
- Egypt: Vodafone. Cairo, Luxor and the Red Sea resorts are well covered.
- Morocco: Orange Morocco. Marrakech, Casablanca and Fez are well covered.
- Kenya: Airtel.
- Mauritius: Emtel and my.t.
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on the IP address help page.
How much data do you need in Africa?
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 · £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £22.99 / €27.99 / $29.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £53.99 / €63.99 / $69.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £22.99 / €27.99 / $29.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £72.99 / €86.99 / $94.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £57.49 / €68.99 / $74.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £108.99 / €130.49 / $141.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £68.99 / €81.99 / $88.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £114.49 / €137.49 / $148.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £217.49 / €260.49 / $282.49
How to set up your Africa 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 Airtel and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using one eSIM across Africa: tips for crossing borders
Twenty-one countries, one eSIM, and a route that can run from Cairo to Zakouma. Here's how to keep your phone useful as you cross borders.
- Install and roam: Set up your eSIM at home, then keep data roaming on for the eSIM line at every border. Turn on data roaming
- Getting around: In Egypt, try Uber, Careem or inDrive. In Morocco, Uber or inDrive. In Algeria, Yassir.
- Messaging apps: WhatsApp is used in Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Chad and DR Congo, and Messenger in Egypt, Algeria and Chad.
- Blocked in Algeria: Social media and messaging apps can be restricted there during national exams, usually in June, so plan your messages around that.
- Keep your home number: Keep your home number on for calls and texts, while your eSIM handles data. Keep WhatsApp and your home number
- Top up on the move: Every plan can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip if your week runs heavier than planned.
Africa eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Africa?
Africa eSIMs start at £8.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £37.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which countries does the Africa eSIM cover?
One eSIM works in all 21 countries: DR Congo, Algeria, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Madagascar, Mauritius, Malawi, Niger and Nigeria and more. The full list with the network in each country is on this page.
When does my Africa eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Africa, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Africa eSIM?
Yes. Most Africa 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.
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.
Is Algeria on the Africa eSIM?
Yes, Algeria is covered, and it's one of the four countries that sets this eSIM apart from the other Africa one. The network there is Djezzy, and Yassir is the local ride app. Social media and messaging apps can be restricted during national exams, usually in June, so plan around that.
Does the Africa eSIM work in Egypt?
Yes, Egypt is covered, and the network there is Vodafone. Uber, Careem and inDrive are the ride apps you'll want, and WhatsApp and Messenger are the messaging apps to keep handy.
Can I use one Africa eSIM for Kenya and Uganda?
Yes, Kenya and Uganda are both covered, so one eSIM takes you through both. Kenya's network is Airtel. Tanzania and Rwanda are on it too, so a route through those four countries can stay on one eSIM.
Is there 5G on the Africa eSIM?
Yes, in some of the countries. Nine of the 21 countries on this eSIM have 5G, so check the country you're heading to. 5G also depends on your phone and the network where you are.
Does the Africa eSIM include South Africa?
No, South Africa isn't on this eSIM. The other Africa eSIM covers it, along with Botswana and Eswatini. Check your route against each one before you buy.
Does the Africa eSIM work in Mauritius?
Yes, Mauritius is covered, with Emtel and my.t as the two networks there. Réunion and Seychelles are on this eSIM too, so an island trip can stay on one plan.
Ready for Africa?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.