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Sierra Leone eSIM
A 5 GB Sierra Leone eSIM costs £54.99 for 30 days on Orange on 4G. Plans start at £8.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.
Freetown, Bo, Kenema and Makeni each give you a different side of Sierra Leone, and your eSIM gives you mobile data on Orange's 4G network to explore them. Send WhatsApp messages home, follow maps across town, and set everything up before you fly.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Orange
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Sierra Leone eSIM in two questions
Which Sierra Leone eSIM plan do I need?
Sierra Leone trips usually fall into one of these shapes, so find yours and the plan follows.
- A three-day city break in Freetown: Pick 3 GB for 15 days, which covers standard use of social media, music and some video.
- A fortnight touring Freetown, Bo, Kenema and Makeni: Choose 10 GB for 30 days, which fits standard use across two weeks on the road.
- A month-long stay: 20 GB for 30 days gives standard use for the whole visit.
- A week of streaming and hotspot use: 2 GB a day for 7 days suits heavy use, hotspot included, so you can share your connection with a laptop.
Most plans can be topped up if you need more data partway through.
All 34 Sierra Leone 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 | £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99 | £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £34.99 / €41.99 / $44.99 | £11.66 / €14.00 / $15.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £34.99 / €41.99 / $45.99 | £11.66 / €14.00 / $15.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £54.99 / €64.99 / $70.99 | £11.00 / €13.00 / $14.20 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £101.99 / €121.99 / $131.99 | £10.20 / €12.20 / $13.20 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £188.99 / €226.99 / $245.99 | £9.45 / €11.35 / $12.30 | Choose |
Networks your Sierra Leone eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Sierra Leone.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Leone | Orange | 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
Will my eSIM have signal in Sierra Leone?
In Sierra Leone your eSIM joins the Orange network on 4G. Once you land and turn on data roaming, your phone finds Orange by itself, so there's nothing to set up. WhatsApp, the messaging app used locally, needs very little data, so a light plan goes a long way.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on our IP address help page. Daily plans slow to a basic speed once that day's allowance is used up, so check how much data you need before you choose.
How much data do you need in Sierra Leone?
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 · £12.99 / €14.99 / $16.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £34.99 / €41.99 / $44.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £68.99 / €81.99 / $88.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £34.99 / €41.99 / $44.99
- Standard · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £49.99 / €59.49 / $64.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £93.49 / €111.99 / $120.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £52.99 / €63.49 / $68.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £74.49 / €88.99 / $96.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £139.49 / €167.49 / $181.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £101.99 / €121.99 / $131.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £148.49 / €177.99 / $192.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £278.99 / €334.49 / $362.49
How to set up your Sierra Leone 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 Orange and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Sierra Leone: arrival and messaging tips
- Arriving: Land at Freetown Lungi International (FNA), then switch on your eSIM and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. Install it at home on Wi-Fi before you fly, so the airport is just switch-on time.
- Your network: Your eSIM runs on Orange's 4G network. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip if you need more.
- Getting around: Maps and directions use data, so check your allowance before a long journey between Freetown, Bo, Kenema and Makeni. Keep a little spare for the days you're on the move.
- Staying in touch: Send messages on WhatsApp over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts.
- Fair use: Once you've used up a daily allowance, speeds drop to 512 Kbps. Heavy streaming and hotspot use get through data quickly, so pick a bigger plan.
Sierra Leone eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone eSIMs start at £8.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £54.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Sierra Leone eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Orange in Sierra Leone. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Sierra Leone eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Sierra Leone, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Sierra Leone eSIM?
Yes. Most Sierra Leone 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?
Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone 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.
Does Sierra Leone have 5G for my eSIM?
No, Orange runs 4G only in Sierra Leone, so there's no 5G to look for. Maps, messages and photo uploads all run happily on 4G, so you can land and get going.
Can I use WhatsApp in Sierra Leone with an eSIM?
Yes, WhatsApp is a messaging app used in Sierra Leone, and your eSIM's mobile data carries your chats and photos. It's a good idea to open it on home Wi-Fi first, so it's ready when you land.
Which airport do I land at in Sierra Leone?
Freetown Lungi International (FNA) is the airport to look for when you land in Sierra Leone. Install your eSIM before you fly, so the setup is done and you have less to think about at arrivals.
Which cities have Orange 4G in Sierra Leone?
Orange 4G reaches Freetown, Bo, Kenema and Makeni, so plan any trips between them with that in mind. Save your route before you set off, so you aren't hunting for directions on the road.
What happens to my data speed after my daily allowance in Sierra Leone?
After your daily allowance runs out, data drops to 512 Kbps, which is slow but still fine for messages. Daily plans give you 500 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB or 10 GB a day, so pick the size that covers your heaviest day.
How long can I use one eSIM in Sierra Leone?
The longest plan for Sierra Leone lasts 30 days, so a month-long stay can run on a single eSIM. Pick the length that matches your flight dates, and check the day count before you buy.
Ready for Sierra Leone?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.