# Seychelles eSIM

> A 5 GB Seychelles eSIM costs £32.99 for 30 days on Airtel on 5G. Plans start at £5.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.

From Victoria to the quiet lanes of La Digue, your eSIM uses the Airtel network, so you can send WhatsApp messages and check maps on the go. Pick the plan that fits your days and get on with the fun.

- 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: Seychelles; speed up to 5G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 512 Kbps after 500MB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: SG
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/seychelles

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £7.99 | yes |
| 2 GB | 15 days | £13.99 / €16.99 / $17.99 | £7.00 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £19.99 / €23.99 / $25.99 | £6.66 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £7.00 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99 | £6.60 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £58.99 / €70.99 / $76.99 | £5.90 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £112.99 / €134.99 / $146.99 | £5.65 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £5.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99 | £12.28 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £9.83 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £7.02 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99 | £4.91 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £35.49 / €42.49 / $45.99 | £4.85 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £69.99 / €83.99 / $91.49 | £4.78 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £7.99 / €9.99 / $9.99 | £7.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £22.99 / €26.99 / $29.99 | £7.66 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £30.49 / €36.49 / $39.99 | £6.10 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £30.49 / €36.49 / $39.99 | £4.36 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £30.49 / €36.49 / $39.99 | £3.05 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £45.49 / €54.49 / $59.49 | £3.03 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99 | £3.03 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £8.49 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £49.99 / €59.99 / $64.99 | £8.33 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £67.49 / €80.99 / $87.49 | £6.75 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £67.49 / €80.99 / $87.49 | £4.82 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £67.49 / €80.99 / $87.49 | £3.37 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £100.99 / €120.99 / $130.99 | £3.37 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £201.49 / €241.49 / $261.49 | £3.36 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99 | £9.66 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £86.99 / €103.99 / $112.99 | £9.67 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £117.49 / €140.99 / $152.99 | £7.83 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £117.49 / €140.99 / $152.99 | £5.59 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £117.49 / €140.99 / $152.99 | £3.92 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £176.49 / €211.49 / $228.99 | £3.92 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £351.99 / €421.99 / $457.49 | £3.91 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 1 day | £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99 | £7.60 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 3 days | £111.99 / €133.99 / $145.99 | £7.47 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 5 days | £152.49 / €182.49 / $197.99 | £6.10 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 7 days | £152.49 / €182.49 / $197.99 | £4.36 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 10 days | £152.49 / €182.49 / $197.99 | £3.05 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 15 days | £228.49 / €273.49 / $296.49 | £3.05 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 30 days | £455.99 / €546.49 / $592.49 | £3.04 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £69.99 / €82.99 / $89.99 | £7.00 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £207.99 / €248.99 / $269.99 | £6.93 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £282.49 / €338.49 / $366.99 | £5.65 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £282.49 / €338.49 / $366.99 | £4.04 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £282.49 / €338.49 / $366.99 | £2.82 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £423.49 / €507.99 / $550.49 | £2.82 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £846.49 / €1014.99 / $1099.99 | £2.82 | yes |

## Networks

- Seychelles: Airtel (4G)

## Which Seychelles eSIM plan do I need?

Match your trip length to how much you use your phone, and the right plan will suit you.

- **A city break in Victoria:** three days of messages, email and maps is covered by 1 GB for 7 days.
- **A fortnight touring Mahé, Praslin and La Digue:** 10 GB for 30 days gives you room for social media, music and some video.
- **A long stay of 30 days:** 20 GB for 30 days suits steady use of social media, music and some video across the month.
- **A trip that also takes in another country:** the [Global bundle for 117 countries](/esim/global-117-countries) covers Seychelles too, so one eSIM can see you through the whole route.

Most plans can be topped up, and the longest plan lasts 30 days.

## Will my eSIM have signal in Seychelles?

Airtel is the network your eSIM joins in Seychelles, and it runs on 4G. Your phone finds Airtel by itself, so there is nothing to choose or set up.

Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps after the day's allowance, so pick a size that covers your days. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data if your trip runs longer than planned. Read the [IP address help page](/help/ip-address-another-country) for more on how that works.

## Using your phone in Seychelles: data tips

- **Arriving:** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, then land at Seychelles International (SEZ), switch it on and [turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) for the eSIM line. Then you are set to go.
- **Network:** Your eSIM runs on Airtel's 4G network. There is no 5G here, so phones that show 5G will use 4G instead.
- **Staying in touch:** WhatsApp is the messaging app to set up first, before you fly. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and [this guide shows how to keep WhatsApp and your home number working together](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number).
- **Top-ups and daily plans:** Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip. For maps and messages, plan on about 1.8 GB for a week. On daily plans, speeds drop to 512 Kbps once your daily allowance is used up.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Seychelles?

Seychelles eSIMs start at £5.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £32.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Seychelles eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to Airtel in Seychelles. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Seychelles eSIM start?

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

### Can I top up my Seychelles eSIM?

Yes. Most Seychelles 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?

Seychelles 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 Seychelles 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 Seychelles?

No, Seychelles runs on 4G only, so you won't see 5G on Mahé, Praslin or La Digue. Messages and maps run happily on 4G, so you don't need a 5G phone to get connected.

### Can I use WhatsApp in Seychelles?

Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Seychelles, and it runs on your eSIM's mobile data. Messages sit in the light use group, so they won't take much out of your allowance.

### Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop in Seychelles?

Yes, you can share your eSIM's data as a hotspot in Seychelles, but treat it as heavy use. Hotspot sharing and streaming use data quickly, so a laptop can use up your allowance fast. Pick a bigger plan.

### Does the Africa eSIM cover Seychelles?

Yes. Seychelles is covered by the Africa eSIM with 21 countries, the Africa eSIM with 29 countries and the Global eSIM with 117 countries. If your trip carries on to another stop in those regions, one eSIM can cover more than one country, so pick the one that matches your route.

### How do I get data when I land at Seychelles International (SEZ)?

Install your eSIM before you fly, then switch on data roaming once you land at Seychelles International (SEZ). That's one less thing to sort out at the airport, so you can get moving.