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South Asia eSIM
A 5 GB South Asia eSIM costs £16.99 for 30 days across 6 countries with 5G. Plans start at £4.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Six countries, one eSIM: India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. If your trip hops between them, you can keep one plan switched on from your first landing to your last, and skip buying a new eSIM at every border.
- 5G and 4G
- 6 countries on one eSIM
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your South Asia eSIM in two questions
Which South Asia eSIM plan suits your route?
Start with your route, because six countries means plenty of ways to travel.
- A three-day hop from Delhi to Kathmandu: heavy use, with streaming and a hotspot, fits 2 GB a day for 3 days. Ola is a ride app in India and Pathao in Nepal.
- A week from Dhaka to Kathmandu: standard use, with social media and some video, fits 5 GB for 30 days. Pathao is a ride app in both countries.
- Two weeks around Namche Bazaar and Pokhara: standard use fits 10 GB for 30 days. Teahouse Wi-Fi on popular trekking routes can be slow or unreliable, so your own data helps.
- A trip to Bhutan alone: Paro and Thimphu are both in Bhutan, so Bhutan's own eSIM suits that trip on its own.
All 41 South Asia 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 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £3.66 / €4.33 / $4.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £10.99 / €13.99 / $14.99 | £3.66 / €4.66 / $5.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £16.99 / €20.99 / $22.99 | £3.40 / €4.20 / $4.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99 | £3.10 / €3.70 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £62.99 / €75.99 / $81.99 | £3.15 / €3.80 / $4.10 | Choose |
6 countries on one eSIM
Cross borders without changing anything: your eSIM switches to the local network in each country by itself.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
 Bangladesh | Banglalink, Grameenphone, Robi | 4G |
 Bhutan | TashiCell | 4G |
 India | AirTel | 5G |
 Sri Lanka | Mobitel | 4G |
 Nepal | Ncell, NT Mobile | 4G |
 Pakistan | Zong | 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
Which countries and networks does the South Asia eSIM cover?
Six countries, one eSIM, and a route that runs from Pakistan's mountainous north to Bhutan's valleys. Your eSIM covers all six, and 5G is available in one of them. Your phone switches network by itself at each border, so there's nothing to change as you cross.
In some of the places travellers visit most, you'll connect to these networks:
- India: AirTel
- Nepal: Ncell and NT Mobile
- Pakistan: Zong
- Sri Lanka: Mobitel
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on how your IP address works abroad.
How much data do you need in South Asia?
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 · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £17.49 / €20.99 / $22.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £16.99 / €20.99 / $22.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £25.99 / €31.49 / $33.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £16.99 / €20.99 / $22.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £25.99 / €31.49 / $33.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £48.99 / €58.99 / $63.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £30.99 / €36.99 / $39.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £51.99 / €61.99 / $67.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £97.99 / €117.49 / $126.99
How to set up your South Asia 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 one eSIM across South Asia: tips
- Install at home, keep roaming on: Set up your eSIM before you fly, then keep data roaming switched on for the eSIM line at every border you cross, from Delhi to Kathmandu.
- Ride apps: Uber and Ola in India, Uber and Pathao in Bangladesh, Pathao and inDrive in Nepal, and Careem and inDrive in Pakistan.
- Messaging and blocked apps: WhatsApp is used in India, Nepal and Pakistan, Messenger and imo in Bangladesh, Viber in Nepal and WeChat in Bhutan. TikTok and many Chinese-owned apps are blocked in India, so check you have what you need before you go.
- Keep your home number: Use it for calls and texts, and read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number working together.
- Top up mid-trip: Every plan can be topped up, so you can add more data if you run low partway through your trip.
South Asia eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for South Asia?
South Asia eSIMs start at £4.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £16.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which countries does the South Asia eSIM cover?
One eSIM works in all 6 countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Pakistan. The full list with the network in each country is on this page.
When does my South Asia eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in South Asia, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my South Asia eSIM?
Yes. Most South Asia 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.
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.
Can I use one eSIM for India and Nepal?
Yes, India and Nepal are both on this eSIM, so one install covers a trip that takes you from Delhi to Kathmandu. In India you'll connect to AirTel, and in Nepal to Ncell or NT Mobile.
Does the South Asia eSIM work in Bhutan?
Yes, Bhutan is one of the six countries on this eSIM. In Bhutan you'll connect to TashiCell, and Paro (PBH) is one of the airports to know if you're flying in.
Does TikTok work in India on the South Asia eSIM?
No, TikTok is blocked in India, and many Chinese-owned apps are blocked there too. Your eSIM still gives you mobile data on AirTel, and WhatsApp is the messaging app to use. Uber, Ola and Rapido are the ride apps to use.
Does the South Asia eSIM work in Pakistan?
Yes, Pakistan is on this eSIM, and you'll connect to Zong there. Mobile data can be switched off temporarily in some areas during security events or protests, so keep an eye on local news as you go.
Is there 5G on the South Asia eSIM?
No, not across all six countries. 5G is available in one of them only, so it's a bonus rather than something to count on. Check your phone's settings to see which network type you're on.
Does the South Asia eSIM work on a trek in Nepal?
Yes, Nepal is one of the six countries on this eSIM. Many teahouses on popular trekking routes offer Wi-Fi that can be slow or unreliable, so mobile data is a useful backup. Ncell and NT Mobile are the networks there.
Ready for South Asia?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.