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Burkina Faso eSIM
A 5 GB Burkina Faso eSIM costs £46.99 for 30 days on Orange on 4G. Plans start at £7.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Your eSIM connects to Orange in Burkina Faso, so WhatsApp and maps are within reach in Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso and Banfora. Set it up at home before you go, so there is one less thing to do on arrival.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Orange
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Burkina Faso eSIM in two questions
Which Burkina Faso eSIM plan do I need?
Your plan depends on how long you stay and how much you use your phone, so start with the trip that sounds most like yours.
- A short business trip to Ouagadougou: for three days of standard use, pick 1 GB a day for 3 days. That covers email, WhatsApp, maps and a little social media.
- A family visit to Bobo-Dioulasso: for two weeks of standard use, 10 GB for 30 days gives you room to stay on longer if plans change.
- A long stay across Ouagadougou and Banfora: for a month of standard use, pick 20 GB for 30 days.
- A trip that also takes in other countries: the Africa eSIM bundle covers 29 countries, Burkina Faso included.
Most plans can be topped up if you need more data partway through.
All 34 Burkina Faso 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 | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £9.00 / €10.66 / $11.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £29.99 / €35.99 / $38.99 | £10.00 / €12.00 / $13.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £46.99 / €55.99 / $60.99 | £9.40 / €11.20 / $12.20 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £92.99 / €110.99 / $119.99 | £9.30 / €11.10 / $12.00 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £163.99 / €195.99 / $212.99 | £8.20 / €9.80 / $10.65 | Choose |
Networks your Burkina Faso eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Burkina Faso.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | Orange | 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
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Burkina Faso and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Burkina Faso?
Orange is the network your eSIM joins in Burkina Faso, and it runs on 4G, as there is no 5G here. Your phone picks Orange by itself, so there's nothing to choose. Your data reaches the internet through a United Kingdom IP address, a normal setup for travel eSIMs; see our guide to IP addresses abroad.
Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data later. For messages, keep WhatsApp handy, and use a maps app to get around Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso and Banfora.
How much data do you need in Burkina Faso?
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 · £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99
- Standard · about 2 GB1 GB a day · 3 days · £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £36.49 / €43.49 / $47.49
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £30.49 / €36.49 / $39.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £54.49 / €65.49 / $70.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £45.49 / €54.49 / $59.49
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £54.49 / €65.49 / $70.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £108.49 / €129.99 / $140.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £108.49 / €129.99 / $140.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £240.49 / €287.99 / $312.49
How to set up your Burkina Faso 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 Orange and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Burkina Faso: data tips
- Arriving: Land at Ouagadougou (OUA) or Bobo-Dioulasso (BOY), then switch your eSIM on. Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line first, and check the steps here. Install it at home on Wi-Fi before you fly.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is the messaging app to have set up and ready, and your home number can stay on for calls and texts. Keep both working with this guide.
- Your plan: Choose a plan that fits your trip and how you'll use it. Most plans can be topped up if you need more, so you can start small.
- Speeds: Once a daily allowance is used up, speeds drop to 512 Kbps, so keep big downloads for when you're on Wi-Fi.
- Network: Your eSIM runs on Orange's 4G network, and there's no 5G to look for here.
Burkina Faso eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso eSIMs start at £7.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £46.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Burkina Faso eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Orange in Burkina Faso. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Burkina Faso eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Burkina Faso, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Burkina Faso eSIM?
Yes. Most Burkina Faso 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?
Burkina Faso 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 Burkina Faso 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.
Is there 5G in Burkina Faso?
No, Burkina Faso has no 5G. Orange runs 4G here, so that's the network your eSIM will use for maps, messages and browsing, and your phone should show 4G in the status bar.
Can I use WhatsApp in Burkina Faso with an eSIM?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Burkina Faso, and it runs over your eSIM's mobile data once data roaming is switched on. Message home and anyone you meet, just as you would at home.
Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop in Burkina Faso?
Yes, you can share your eSIM's data with a laptop as a hotspot in Burkina Faso. Hotspot use counts as heavy use, at about 1.8 GB a day, so plan ahead if you work online for hours. See [how to set up tethering](/help/hotspot-tethering).
What happens when my daily allowance runs out in Burkina Faso?
In Burkina Faso, your eSIM drops to a fair-use level once the daily allowance is used up, so you stay connected but at a slower pace. If you stream or share a hotspot, a daily allowance can run out sooner than you expect.
Should I install my eSIM before I fly to Ouagadougou?
Install it at home on Wi-Fi before you fly to Ouagadougou (OUA) or Bobo-Dioulasso (BOY), and you won't be hunting for a connection at arrivals. Once you land, switch on data roaming and choose the eSIM line for mobile data. Read [installing before you travel](/help/install-esim-before-you-travel) for the steps.
Ready for Burkina Faso?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.