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Niger eSIM
A 5 GB Niger eSIM costs £36.99 for 30 days on Airtel on 4G. Plans start at £6.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
In Niamey, your eSIM runs on the Airtel network, so you can keep WhatsApp messages moving and check directions without swapping out your home SIM. Choose a plan that matches how long you are staying in Niger and how much you will use it.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Airtel
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Niger eSIM in two questions
Which Niger eSIM plan do I need?
Find your trip below and the plan that fits it.
- A week of work in Niamey: For seven days of messages, maps, social media and music, take 5 GB for 30 days.
- A few days in Zinder with family: For three days of light use, such as messages, maps and email, 1 GB for 7 days is plenty.
- A month-long work stint: Thirty days of standard use, with social media and some video, is covered by 20 GB for 30 days.
- A trip that also takes in a neighbour: Going on to another country the bundle covers? The Africa bundle for 21 countries also covers Niger.
Most plans can be topped up if you need more data, and the longest plan runs for 30 days.
All 48 Niger 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 | £8.99 / €10.99 / $10.99 | £8.99 / €10.99 / $10.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £22.99 / €26.99 / $28.99 | £7.66 / €9.00 / $9.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $30.99 | £8.00 / €9.66 / $10.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £36.99 / €43.99 / $47.99 | £7.40 / €8.80 / $9.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99 | £7.30 / €8.80 / $9.50 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £136.99 / €163.99 / $177.99 | £6.85 / €8.20 / $8.90 | Choose |
Networks your Niger eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Niger.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | Airtel | 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 Singapore, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Niger and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Niger?
Airtel is the network your eSIM joins in Niger, and it runs on 4G. Your phone picks it up by itself, so you won't need to choose anything when you land. Signal is best in Niamey and the larger towns and thins out in the desert north, so expect less of it on a northern route.
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Daily plans slow down once you've used the day's allowance, so pick a size that covers your busiest day. Read how the Singapore route works.
How much data do you need in Niger?
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 · £8.99 / €10.99 / $10.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £22.99 / €26.99 / $28.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £33.99 / €40.49 / $43.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £22.99 / €26.99 / $28.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £27.99 / €33.49 / $36.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £50.49 / €60.99 / $65.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £36.99 / €43.99 / $47.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £50.49 / €60.99 / $65.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £100.99 / €120.99 / $130.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £72.99 / €87.99 / $94.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £100.99 / €120.99 / $130.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £201.49 / €241.49 / $261.49
How to set up your Niger 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 Airtel and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Niger: arrival, data and messages
- Arrive ready to go: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly, so it's set up when you land. At Diori Hamani (NIM) in Niamey, switch it on and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line, using this roaming guide.
- Network: Your eSIM runs on Airtel's 4G network. Light use, such as maps and messages, is about 0.25 GB a day.
- Messages: Use WhatsApp to message people over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and this WhatsApp guide shows how the two fit together.
- Data: Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more mid-trip. Heavy use, such as streaming or hotspot, is about 1.8 GB a day, so match your plan to how you'll use it.
Niger eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Niger?
Niger eSIMs start at £6.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £36.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Niger eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Airtel in Niger. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Niger eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Niger, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Niger eSIM?
Yes. Most Niger 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?
Niger 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 Niger 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 Niger?
No, Niger has no 5G. Airtel runs 4G only, so your eSIM will connect on 4G, and you won't need to look for a 5G signal.
What airport do I land at in Niger?
You land at Diori Hamani (NIM) in Niger. Install your eSIM before you fly, so set-up is done before you leave home, and keep the QR code handy.
Does WhatsApp work in Niger on an eSIM?
WhatsApp is the messaging app to expect in Niger, and your messages run on your eSIM's mobile data. Photos use far more data than text, so keep an eye on your daily allowance.
What speed do I get once my data runs out in Niger?
Once your daily allowance is used up, your eSIM drops to 512 Kbps. That is enough for messages, but pages, maps and photos will load slowly.
Which Africa eSIM covers Niger?
Niger is covered by Africa eSIMs in two sizes, one covering 21 countries and one covering 29. For wider travel, a Global eSIM covers 117 countries.
Does hotspot use up data quickly in Niger?
Yes, it does. Heavy use, which includes streaming and hotspot, comes to about 1.8 GB a day, so sharing your data for a laptop can use up a plan quickly.
Ready for Niger?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.