# Central African Republic eSIM

> A 5 GB Central African Republic eSIM costs £43.99 for 30 days on Orange on 3G. Plans start at £9.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Orange is the network you will connect to in Central African Republic, and it runs on 3G, so this eSIM is built for the basics. Keep WhatsApp, maps and messages running in Bangui with a plan sized to your 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: Central African Republic; speed up to 3G
- Internet traffic routes through: US
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/central-african-republic

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $13.99 | £9.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £26.99 / €31.99 / $34.99 | £9.00 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £43.99 / €52.99 / $56.99 | £8.80 | yes |

## Networks

- Central African Republic: Orange (3G)

## How much data do I need for Central African Republic?

Start with how many days you'll be in Central African Republic and what you'll use your eSIM for.

- **Short work visit, three days:** Messages, email and directions in Bangui are light use, and 1 GB for 7 days suits that. If you'll also use social media, music or some video, choose 3 GB for 15 days.
- **Week-long business trip:** Light use for seven days points to 3 GB for 15 days. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, needs 5 GB for 30 days.
- **Two-week family visit:** Light use over 14 days is covered by 5 GB for 30 days, which keeps WhatsApp and maps running each day.
- **A trip that takes in other countries:** The [Africa bundle](/esim/africa) also covers Central African Republic, so check it before you buy.

Every plan can be topped up if you need more data ([see how](/help/top-up-esim)).

## Will my eSIM have signal in Central African Republic?

Your eSIM joins Orange in Central African Republic. Orange runs on 3G here, not 5G. Signal is mostly limited to Bangui and larger towns; much of the country has little or no coverage, so plan your data around Bangui. WhatsApp messages use little data, so they suit a trip where signal comes and goes.

Your phone picks Orange by itself, so there is no network to choose. Your data reaches the internet through United States, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more on the [IP address help page](/help/ip-address-another-country).

## Using your phone in Central African Republic: data tips

- **Arriving:** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly, so you won't need to search for Wi-Fi at the airport. At Bangui M'Poko (BGF), switch it on as you land and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. [Here's how to turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming).
- **Network:** Your eSIM connects to Orange, which runs on 3G only. You won't see 5G here, so 3G is what to expect.
- **Staying in touch:** WhatsApp is the messaging app to use here. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and [this guide on keeping WhatsApp and your home number](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number) shows you how to set both up.
- **Topping up:** Every plan can be topped up, so if your trip runs longer than planned, add data to the same eSIM instead of buying another one. There's no new install to do.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Central African Republic?

Central African Republic eSIMs start at £9.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £43.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Central African Republic eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to Orange in Central African Republic. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Central African Republic eSIM start?

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

### Can I top up my Central African Republic eSIM?

Yes. Most Central African Republic 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?

Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic?

No, there's no 5G here, and your eSIM runs on 3G. Save big downloads, software updates and video for Wi-Fi where you can, and keep your mobile data for messages and directions.

### How much data do I need for a week in Central African Republic?

Plan on about 1.8 GB for a light week of maps, messages and email. Standard use, with social media, music and some video, is about 4.9 GB, and heavy use with streaming and hotspot about 12.6 GB.

### Is WhatsApp the messaging app to use in Central African Republic?

Yes, WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Central African Republic, so set it up before you land. It's the app to message colleagues, family or your hosts in Bangui.

### What should I do before flying into Bangui M'Poko (BGF)?

Install your eSIM before you board, while you still have Wi-Fi to hand. That way you land with your plan ready to switch on at Bangui M'Poko (BGF), and you won't be hunting for a QR code at arrivals.

### Which eSIM covers Central African Republic if I travel on to other countries?

The Africa bundle includes Central African Republic, and so does the Global bundle, which covers 117 countries. Choose one of these if your trip takes you on to other places.

### Can I use my eSIM for work in Dzanga-Sangha National Park?

Your eSIM runs on 3G, so treat your mobile data as a backup for essentials there. Download maps, forms and documents before you set off, so you're not relying on data in the field.