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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.
- 5G speeds
- 1 network: Airtel
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Seychelles eSIM in two questions
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 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.
All 49 Seychelles 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 | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £13.99 / €16.99 / $17.99 | £7.00 / €8.49 / $8.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £19.99 / €23.99 / $25.99 | £6.66 / €8.00 / $8.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £7.00 / €8.33 / $9.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99 | £6.60 / €7.80 / $8.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £58.99 / €70.99 / $76.99 | £5.90 / €7.10 / $7.70 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £112.99 / €134.99 / $146.99 | £5.65 / €6.75 / $7.35 | Choose |
Networks your Seychelles eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Seychelles.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | 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 Seychelles and more countries on one plan.
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 for more on how that works.
How much data do you need in Seychelles?
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 · £7.99 / €8.99 / $9.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £13.99 / €16.99 / $17.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £30.49 / €36.49 / $39.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £13.99 / €16.99 / $17.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £23.99 / €28.49 / $30.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £45.49 / €54.49 / $59.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £32.99 / €38.99 / $41.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £45.49 / €54.49 / $59.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £58.99 / €70.99 / $76.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £90.99 / €108.99 / $117.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £201.49 / €241.49 / $261.49
How to set up your Seychelles 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 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 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.
- 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.
Seychelles eSIM 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.
Ready for Seychelles?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.