# Bhutan eSIM

> A 5 GB Bhutan eSIM costs £25.99 for 30 days on TashiCell on 4G. Plans start at £5.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Your eSIM runs on TashiCell, so you can send WeChat messages from Thimphu to Bumthang and keep your maps open on the road between them. Choose by trip length and how much you'll use, and you're sorted for the whole trip.

- Shop: eSIMology (esimology.com), travel eSIM data plans
- Delivery: instant, by email and on the order page, with a QR code, a one-tap install link for iPhone (iOS 17.4+) and manual codes
- Checkout: guest checkout, Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards; prices in GBP, EUR or USD including any taxes
- Refunds: an eSIM never installed can be cancelled within 30 days for a full refund to the card
- Plans are data only (no phone number); most start when the eSIM first connects at the destination
- Coverage: Bhutan; speed up to 4G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 384 Kbps after 10GB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: SG
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/bhutan

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £5.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £15.99 / €18.99 / $19.99 | £5.33 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £5.66 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £25.99 / €30.99 / $33.99 | £5.20 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $65.99 | £5.10 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £94.99 / €113.99 / $123.99 | £4.75 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £7.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £7.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £28.49 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £5.70 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £28.49 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £4.07 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £28.49 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £2.85 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £42.49 / €50.49 / $54.99 | £2.83 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £83.99 / €100.99 / $109.49 | £2.80 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £13.99 / €15.99 / $17.99 | £7.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £39.99 / €46.99 / $50.99 | £6.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £5.35 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £3.82 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £53.49 / €63.99 / $69.49 | £2.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £79.99 / €95.99 / $103.99 | £2.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £159.49 / €190.99 / $207.49 | £2.66 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £18.99 / €22.99 / $24.99 | £6.33 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £55.99 / €66.99 / $72.99 | £6.22 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.49 | £5.07 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.49 | £3.62 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £75.99 / €90.99 / $98.49 | £2.53 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £113.49 / €135.99 / $147.49 | £2.52 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £226.49 / €271.49 / $294.49 | £2.52 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 1 day | £24.99 / €28.99 / $31.99 | £5.00 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 3 days | £71.99 / €86.99 / $93.99 | £4.80 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 5 days | £97.99 / €117.49 / $127.49 | £3.92 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 7 days | £97.99 / €117.49 / $127.49 | £2.80 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 10 days | £97.99 / €117.49 / $127.49 | £1.96 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 15 days | £146.99 / €175.99 / $190.99 | £1.96 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 30 days | £293.49 / €351.49 / $381.49 | £1.96 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £149.99 / €178.99 / $193.99 | £15.00 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £447.99 / €536.99 / $581.99 | £14.93 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £609.49 / €730.99 / $792.49 | £12.19 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £609.49 / €730.99 / $792.49 | £8.71 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £609.49 / €730.99 / $792.49 | £6.09 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £914.49 / €1095.99 / $1187.99 | £6.10 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £1827.99 / €2191.49 / $2375.49 | £6.09 | yes |

## Networks

- Bhutan: TashiCell (4G)

## Which Bhutan eSIM plan do I need?

Bhutan trips vary a lot, so match your plan to your days and how you'll use your phone.

- **A city break in Thimphu and Punakha:** Three days of light use, with maps and messages, fits 1 GB for 7 days.
- **A fortnight touring Bumthang and Phobjikha:** Standard use for 14 days, with social media and some video, suits 10 GB for 30 days.
- **A long stay or work trip:** A month of standard use suits 20 GB for 30 days, with plenty of room for music and video.
- **Bhutan plus a neighbour:** Bhutan is one of six countries in the [South Asia bundle](/esim/south-asia), so one eSIM can cover the whole trip. On its own, a week of standard use in Bhutan suits 5 GB for 30 days.

Every plan can be topped up, so a longer trip is easy to cover.

## Will my eSIM have signal in Bhutan?

TashiCell is the network your eSIM joins in Bhutan, so there is nothing to choose. Your phone picks it up by itself, on 4G. Towns and main road routes are covered, but signal can drop in remote mountain valleys, so download offline maps before you head out.

Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more on [how IP addresses work abroad](/help/ip-address-another-country).

Daily plans slow down to a set speed once you use up that day's allowance, so pick a size that suits your day.

## Using your phone in Bhutan: data tips

- **Arriving:** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, before you pack, so there's one less thing to do at the airport. Land at Paro (PBH), switch it on, and turn on [data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) for the eSIM line.
- **Your network:** Your eSIM runs on TashiCell's 4G network. Pick the plan that fits your days, and remember that every plan can be topped up if your trip stretches.
- **Staying in touch:** Add WeChat for messages in Bhutan. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and you can keep [WhatsApp](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number) running too, so your usual chats carry on.
- **Data use:** Light use, like maps, messages and email, needs about 0.25 GB a day. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, needs about 0.7 GB a day. Heavy use, with streaming and hotspot, needs about 1.8 GB a day.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Bhutan?

Bhutan eSIMs start at £5.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £25.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Bhutan eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to TashiCell in Bhutan. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Bhutan eSIM start?

Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Bhutan, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.

### Can I top up my Bhutan eSIM?

Yes. Most Bhutan 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?

Bhutan plans route your data through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Bhutan 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.

### Can I turn on my eSIM when I land at Paro airport?

Yes, Paro (PBH) is the airport you'll land at, so switch on your eSIM and turn on data roaming before you head through arrivals. That way, messages to your driver or hotel are one tap away.

### Can I use WeChat in Bhutan with an eSIM?

Yes, WeChat is the messaging app to have on your phone in Bhutan. Your eSIM's mobile data carries your chats, photos and voice notes, so you can keep in touch with the people you meet along the way.

### Is there 5G in Bhutan?

No, Bhutan has no 5G, so your eSIM runs on TashiCell's 4G network, the only network type here. Before you fly, take a quick look at your phone's network settings to make sure 4G is switched on.

### Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop in Bhutan?

Yes, you can share your eSIM's mobile data with a laptop or tablet through hotspot. Hotspot is one of the heavier uses, so keep an eye on how much data you've got left as you go.

### Which eSIM covers Bhutan and the countries around it?

The South Asia eSIM covers Bhutan too, so one eSIM can see you through a longer trip in the region. Bhutan is one of six countries in that bundle, which makes it handy if your route goes further.

### Does my eSIM slow down after my daily data runs out in Bhutan?

Yes, once your daily allowance is used up, your eSIM drops to a fair-use speed. That speed suits messages and maps far better than video, so save big downloads for later.