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New Zealand eSIM
A 5 GB New Zealand eSIM costs £9.99 for 30 days on One NZ with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Rotorua's steam, Queenstown's lakes and Auckland's busy streets are all on your list. Your One NZ eSIM helps you find them, with maps for the drive, Uber for the city and WhatsApp to tell people home what you've seen.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: One NZ
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your New Zealand eSIM in two questions
Which New Zealand eSIM plan do I need?
Start with how many days you'll be in New Zealand, then match it to how much you'll use your phone.
- A 7-day city break in Auckland, light use: 3 GB for 15 days covers maps, WhatsApp messages and the odd Uber ride.
- A fortnight touring Rotorua and Queenstown, standard use: 10 GB for 30 days keeps social media, music and some video running. Download offline maps before long drives, as some stretches have no signal.
- A 30-day stay in Wellington, standard use: 20 GB for 30 days covers a month of everyday use.
- A trip that also takes in Australia: the Australia & New Zealand bundle covers both countries on one eSIM.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest, 50 GB for 180 days, suits long stays.
All 44 New Zealand 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 / $4.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £2.00 / €2.66 / $2.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £2.33 / €2.66 / $3.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £2.00 / €2.40 / $2.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £17.99 / €21.99 / $22.99 | £1.80 / €2.20 / $2.30 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99 | £1.65 / €1.95 / $2.10 | Choose | ||
| 50 GB · 180 days | £69.99 / €83.99 / $90.99 | £1.40 / €1.68 / $1.82 | Choose |
Networks your New Zealand eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in New Zealand.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | One NZ | 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 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 New Zealand and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in New Zealand?
One NZ is the network your eSIM joins, from Auckland to Queenstown. It runs on 5G where your phone supports it, and your phone picks One NZ on its own, so there's nothing to choose. Cities and main highways are well covered, but signal is patchy in national parks, mountains and remote areas, so expect quiet spells on the wilder roads.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and you can read more about how IP addresses work. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance, so choose a size that covers your busiest day.
How much data do you need in New Zealand?
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 · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB1 GB a day · 3 days · £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £11.99 / €13.99 / $15.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99
- Standard · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £12.49 / €14.49 / $15.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £15.49 / €18.49 / $19.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £46.99 / €56.49 / $60.99
How to set up your New Zealand 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 One NZ and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in New Zealand: arriving, rides and messages
- Land and switch on: Touch down at Auckland (AKL), Wellington (WLG) or Christchurch (CHC), then check that data roaming is on for your eSIM line. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, so you're not hunting for a connection at the arrivals hall.
- Get around: Book a ride with Uber or DiDi once you're through arrivals, then head for Queenstown or Rotorua. Download offline maps before long drives, as some stretches have no signal at all, so you have the route if the signal drops.
- Stay in touch: Message friends on WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, and your home number stays on for calls and texts. Keep WhatsApp and your home number working together.
- Your UK address: Your eSIM can give you a United Kingdom IP address while you're in New Zealand.
New Zealand eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for New Zealand?
New Zealand eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £9.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the New Zealand eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to One NZ in New Zealand, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my New Zealand eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in New Zealand, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my New Zealand eSIM?
Yes. Most New Zealand 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?
New Zealand 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 New Zealand 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 use Uber or DiDi in New Zealand?
Uber and DiDi both work across New Zealand, from Auckland to Queenstown. Open the app, book a ride in Wellington or Christchurch, and you're on your way.
Is there 5G in New Zealand?
One NZ offers 5G in New Zealand, so a 5G phone will use it wherever the signal reaches. Make sure your phone supports 5G before you fly into Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.
Can I use WhatsApp in New Zealand?
WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger both work in New Zealand, so messaging home is easy from Auckland to Queenstown. Send a photo from Wellington and let everyone know you've arrived.
Will I have phone signal on long drives in New Zealand?
Not on every stretch. Some roads have no signal, so download offline maps before any long drive. Save your route the night before and you'll be glad you did.
How much data do I need for a week in New Zealand?
Light use, like maps, messages and email, needs about 1.8 GB for a week. Add social media, music and some video and you're nearer 4.9 GB. Heavy use with streaming or hotspot comes to about 12.6 GB.
Which eSIM covers New Zealand and Australia?
The Australia and New Zealand eSIM covers both countries, so one plan does the job across the two. If you're also heading to other Oceania countries, the Oceania eSIM covers eight countries, New Zealand included.
Ready for New Zealand?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.