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Nigeria eSIM
A 5 GB Nigeria eSIM costs £29.99 for 30 days on Glo on 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Get across Lagos or Abuja with Uber, Bolt or inDrive, and keep WhatsApp open for the people you're meeting. Your eSIM runs on the Glo network, so you can book a ride and message on the go.
- 5G speeds
- 1 network: Glo
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Nigeria eSIM in two questions
How much data do I need for Nigeria?
Match your trip length and how online you'll be to the plan that fits.
- A city break in Lagos: Three days of maps, messages and rides fits the 1 GB a day for 3 days plan.
- A business week in Abuja: Seven days of maps, email and social media fits the 5 GB for 30 days plan.
- A fortnight touring Nigeria: Two weeks between Lagos, Ibadan and Kano with standard use fits the 10 GB for 30 days plan.
- Nigeria plus a neighbour: If your trip also takes in a neighbour, the Africa bundle for 21 countries covers Nigeria too, and you can see it here.
Most plans can be topped up, and the longest one lasts 30 days.
All 37 Nigeria 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 | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £6.99 / €8.99 / $8.99 | £6.99 / €8.99 / $8.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99 | £6.50 / €7.50 / $8.49 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £17.99 / €21.99 / $22.99 | £6.00 / €7.33 / $7.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £18.99 / €22.99 / $24.99 | £6.33 / €7.66 / $8.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £29.99 / €34.99 / $37.99 | £6.00 / €7.00 / $7.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £52.99 / €63.99 / $68.99 | £5.30 / €6.40 / $6.90 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £101.99 / €121.99 / $131.99 | £5.10 / €6.10 / $6.60 | Choose |
Networks your Nigeria eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Nigeria.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | Glo | 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 Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Nigeria and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Nigeria?
Your eSIM connects to Glo, and it runs on 4G. Your phone picks Glo up by itself once you land, so there's no network to choose. Big cities such as Lagos and Abuja are well covered, but signal is patchier in rural areas, so keep that in mind if you're heading out of town.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more in how your IP address works. Daily plans slow to a lower speed once you've used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Nigeria?
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 · £6.99 / €8.99 / $8.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99
- Standard · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £23.99 / €28.99 / $31.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £41.99 / €49.99 / $54.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £23.49 / €28.49 / $30.49
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £35.99 / €42.99 / $46.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £62.49 / €74.99 / $80.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £46.99 / €55.99 / $60.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £71.49 / €85.49 / $92.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £124.49 / €148.99 / $161.49
How to set up your Nigeria 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 Glo and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Nigeria: data tips for arrival
- Arriving: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. Once you land at Murtala Muhammed (LOS), Nnamdi Azikiwe (ABV) or Port Harcourt (PHC), switch the eSIM line on and keep data roaming on for it. The data roaming guide shows you how.
- Getting around: Download Uber, Bolt or inDrive before you land, so a ride is ready the moment you leave the arrivals hall.
- Staying in touch: WhatsApp is the messaging app to set up first. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and the WhatsApp and home number guide explains how to keep both. Messages and photos use your eSIM data, so keep an eye on your plan.
- Your network: Your eSIM runs on Glo's 4G network. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data mid-trip if you need it.
Nigeria eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Nigeria?
Nigeria eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £29.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Nigeria eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Glo in Nigeria. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Nigeria eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Nigeria, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Nigeria eSIM?
Yes. Most Nigeria 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?
Nigeria 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 Nigeria 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 Nigeria?
No. Glo, the network your eSIM uses in Nigeria, runs on 4G, not 5G. Your phone will show 4G for maps, messages and browsing, so that is the connection to expect.
Does Uber work with an eSIM in Nigeria?
Yes, Uber, Bolt and inDrive all run on your eSIM data in Nigeria. Landing at Murtala Muhammed (LOS) or Nnamdi Azikiwe (ABV)? Set your pickup point before you leave the terminal, then watch the car come to you.
Can I use WhatsApp in Nigeria?
Yes, WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready in Nigeria, and chats, photos and group messages all use your eSIM data. If you pick a daily plan, keep an eye on your allowance when you send lots of photos.
Which Africa eSIM covers Nigeria?
Both Africa bundles cover Nigeria: the 21-country one and the 29-country one. For more places, the Global bundle covers 117 countries, Nigeria included, if your trip stretches further.
What happens when my daily data runs out in Nigeria?
Once your daily allowance is used up, your data drops to 512 Kbps. Daily plans run from 500 MB a day up to 3 GB a day, so pick the level that suits how much you stream.
Ready for Nigeria?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.