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Malaysia eSIM
A 5 GB Malaysia eSIM costs £6.99 for 30 days on CelcomDigi, Maxis and Tune Talk with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Hail a Grab in Kuala Lumpur, find your way round George Town's street art and message home from Langkawi's beaches, all on one eSIM. Maps, rides and WhatsApp stay in reach as your trip moves from city to island.
- 5G and 4G
- 3 networks: CelcomDigi, Maxis, Tune Talk
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Malaysia eSIM in two questions
Which Malaysia eSIM plan should you buy?
Pick the row that matches your days. Everyday use here means maps, messages, social media, music and some video.
- City break in Kuala Lumpur, 7 days: For everyday use, pick 5 GB for 30 days. It's plenty for Grab rides and late-night hawker hunts.
- Two weeks touring George Town, Langkawi and Malacca: Choose 10 GB for 30 days, which leaves room for a few extra days out.
- A month in Malaysia: Stick with 20 GB for 30 days, which also suits a month of working from cafés.
- Singapore and Malaysia in one trip: The Singapore & Malaysia bundle covers both countries in one go, so you only set up one eSIM.
Most plans can be topped up mid-trip, and the longest is 50 GB for 180 days.
All 54 Malaysia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 500 MB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $3.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £2.00 / €2.50 / $2.50 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €1.66 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €2.00 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £1.40 / €1.60 / $1.80 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £10.99 / €13.99 / $14.99 | £1.10 / €1.40 / $1.50 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £18.99 / €22.99 / $24.99 | £0.95 / €1.15 / $1.25 | Choose | ||
| 40 GB · 15 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $30.99 | £0.60 / €0.72 / $0.77 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 30 days | £38.99 / €46.99 / $50.99 | £0.78 / €0.94 / $1.02 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £63.99 / €76.99 / $83.99 | £1.28 / €1.54 / $1.68 | Choose |
Networks your Malaysia eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Malaysia.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | CelcomDigi, Maxis, Tune Talk | 5G |
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 1 days
- Your data routes through Singapore, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Malaysia and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Malaysia?
Your eSIM joins CelcomDigi, Maxis and Tune Talk, three networks in Malaysia, and your phone picks one by itself, so there's nothing to choose. 5G is available on these networks, with 4G as the step down where 5G isn't. Cities and main roads are well covered, but signal can be patchy in the highlands and the Borneo interior.
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and you can read more on the IP address page. Daily plans slow to a basic fair-use speed once you've used that day's allowance, so if you'll use plenty each day, a larger fixed plan may suit you better.
How much data do you need in Malaysia?
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 MB500 MB a day · 3 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £7.49 / €8.99 / $9.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £5.49 / €6.49 / $7.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £10.49 / €12.49 / $13.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £19.99 / €23.49 / $25.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £10.99 / €13.99 / $14.99
- Standard · about 21 GB20 GB · 30 days · £18.99 / €22.99 / $24.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £38.99 / €46.49 / $50.49
How to set up your Malaysia 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 CelcomDigi and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Malaysia: data tips
- Arriving: Land at Kuala Lumpur International (KUL), Penang International (PEN) or Kota Kinabalu International (BKI), then switch your eSIM on. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, then keep data roaming on for the eSIM line.
- Getting around: Book rides with Grab or inDrive, and check your route on the maps app you already use before you set off.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp messages run over your eSIM data, and your home number stays on for calls and texts. Read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number working.
- How much data: Light use, with maps, messages and email, is about 1.8 GB a week. Standard use, adding social media, music and some video, is about 4.9 GB a week. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more later.
Malaysia eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Malaysia?
Malaysia eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £6.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Malaysia eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to CelcomDigi, Maxis and Tune Talk in Malaysia, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Malaysia eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Malaysia, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 1 days of buying.
Can I top up my Malaysia eSIM?
Yes. Most Malaysia 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?
Malaysia 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 Malaysia 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.
Does Grab work with an eSIM in Malaysia?
Yes. Grab and inDrive both need mobile data to book a ride, so your eSIM is what gets you a car from Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) or George Town.
Is there 5G in Malaysia?
Yes, Malaysia has 5G on its mobile networks, and your eSIM can use it where the network offers it. Your phone's signal bar shows when you're on 5G.
How much data do I need for a week in Malaysia?
For light use like maps and messages, about 1.8 GB covers a week. Add social media, music and some video and you'll need around 4.9 GB, and heavy streaming or hotspot use is closer to 12.6 GB.
Can I use WhatsApp in Malaysia?
Yes, WhatsApp runs on your eSIM's mobile data, so texts, photos and group chats work just as they do at home. Photos and videos use the most data, so send big files over Wi-Fi where you can.
Which eSIM covers Malaysia and Thailand?
The Singapore, Malaysia & Thailand eSIM covers all three countries in one plan. Start your trip in Kuala Lumpur and you won't need a second eSIM when you move on.
Is there an eSIM for a long stay in Malaysia?
Yes, the longest Malaysia plan runs for 180 days with 50 GB of mobile data, so one eSIM can cover a long stay in Malaysia from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
Ready for Malaysia?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.