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Cameroon eSIM
A 5 GB Cameroon eSIM costs £45.99 for 30 days on Orange on 4G. Plans start at £6.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Orange's 4G network carries your eSIM in Yaoundé and Douala, so your WhatsApp chats and maps are one tap away. Going on to Kribi, Limbe or Buea? Your eSIM stays in your phone the whole way, so there's nothing new to set up.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Orange
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Cameroon eSIM in two questions
Which Cameroon eSIM plan do I need?
Pick the plan that matches how long you're staying and how much you'll use your phone each day.
- A 3-day city break in Douala or Yaoundé: choose 3 GB for 15 days, which suits standard use: messages, maps, social media and some music.
- Two weeks touring Kribi, Limbe and Buea: pick 10 GB for 30 days, which suits standard use across 14 days.
- A month-long stay: 20 GB for 30 days suits standard use across the whole month.
- Cameroon and a neighbouring country: the Global bundle for 117 countries also covers Cameroon, so one eSIM can take you across both.
Most plans can be topped up if you run low, so you can add data mid-trip.
All 34 Cameroon 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 | £27.99 / €32.99 / $35.99 | £9.33 / €11.00 / $12.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99 | £9.66 / €11.66 / $12.66 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £45.99 / €54.99 / $58.99 | £9.20 / €11.00 / $11.80 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99 | £9.10 / €10.90 / $11.80 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £165.99 / €198.99 / $214.99 | £8.30 / €9.95 / $10.75 | Choose |
Networks your Cameroon eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Cameroon.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | 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 States, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Cameroon and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Cameroon?
Your eSIM joins the Orange network in Cameroon, running on 4G. Your phone finds Orange by itself, so keep data roaming switched on and it does the rest. Pick your plan before you fly and you'll have it ready to go.
Your data reaches the internet through the United States, a normal setup for travel eSIMs, so there's nothing to fix. Our IP address help page explains more. Daily plans slow to a fair-use speed once you've used that day's allowance. If you plan to stream or use your phone as a hotspot, pick a bigger daily allowance.
How much data do you need in Cameroon?
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 GB500 MB a day · 5 days · £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £39.49 / €46.99 / $50.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 7 days · £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £26.49 / €31.49 / $33.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £64.49 / €77.49 / $83.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £39.49 / €46.99 / $50.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £64.49 / €77.49 / $83.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £121.49 / €145.49 / $157.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £77.99 / €93.49 / $101.49
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £128.99 / €154.49 / $167.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £241.99 / €289.99 / $314.49
How to set up your Cameroon 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 Cameroon: data tips
- Land and switch on: Touch down at Douala (DLA) or Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI), then switch your eSIM on. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, so the airport is just a quick switch.
- Turn on roaming: Switch data roaming on for your eSIM line before you land. See where to find it.
- Pick your data: Light use, like maps and messages, needs about 1.8 GB a week. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, needs about 4.9 GB a week.
- Stay in touch: Have WhatsApp ready to message friends and family. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and here's how to keep WhatsApp and your home number.
- Network: Your eSIM runs on Orange's 4G network, and there's no 5G on this eSIM.
Cameroon eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Cameroon?
Cameroon eSIMs start at £6.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £45.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Cameroon eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Orange in Cameroon. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Cameroon eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Cameroon, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Cameroon eSIM?
Yes. Most Cameroon 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?
Cameroon plans route your data through United States, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Cameroon 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 Cameroon?
No, Cameroon's mobile networks run on 4G only, so there's no 5G to look for. Your eSIM's mobile data runs on that 4G network, which carries your maps, messages and photos.
Does WhatsApp work with an eSIM in Cameroon?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to know in Cameroon, and your eSIM's mobile data carries your chats, voice notes and photos, so you can message home as you normally would.
Can I share my eSIM data with my laptop in Cameroon?
Yes. Switch on hotspot on your phone and your laptop can use Cameroon's 4G data too. Sharing data drains your allowance quickly, so check how much you have left before a long work session.
Which eSIM covers Cameroon and other countries?
For Cameroon and more countries on one trip, look at the [Global eSIM for 117 countries](/esim/global-117-countries), which includes Cameroon. A Global eSIM for 127 countries also includes it. Check the country list on each before you buy.
What do I do with my eSIM when I land in Cameroon?
Land at Douala (DLA) or Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI), then switch your eSIM line on. [Install it before you fly](/help/install-esim-before-you-travel) so you're not searching for Wi-Fi in the arrivals hall.
Ready for Cameroon?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.