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Tanzania eSIM
A 5 GB Tanzania eSIM costs £34.99 for 30 days on Airtel with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 100 MB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar and the Serengeti are very different trips, but on Airtel your eSIM handles the essentials in each: Uber and Bolt rides, WhatsApp messages and maps. Here's how to choose the right size for yours.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: Airtel
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Tanzania eSIM in two questions
Which Tanzania eSIM plan do I need?
Start with how long you're staying and how much you'll really use it, then match the plan to your trip.
- A three-day city break in Dar es Salaam: light use, so 1 GB for 7 days is plenty for maps, messages and a few rides.
- A fortnight touring Serengeti, Arusha and Moshi: standard use for 14 days means 10 GB for 30 days, with room for social media, music and some video.
- A week that takes in a neighbour: standard use for 7 days fits 5 GB for 30 days, and the Africa 21-country eSIM also covers Tanzania.
- A month in Zanzibar with heavy use: 2 GB a day for 30 days gives room for streaming and hotspot.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more mid-trip if you need it.
All 36 Tanzania 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 / $4.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 500 MB · 7 days | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | No limit | Choose | ||
| 1 GB · 7 days | £7.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £7.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £5.00 / €6.00 / $6.50 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £7.00 / €8.33 / $9.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £34.99 / €40.99 / $44.99 | £7.00 / €8.20 / $9.00 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £62.99 / €74.99 / $80.99 | £6.30 / €7.50 / $8.10 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £127.99 / €152.99 / $165.99 | £6.40 / €7.65 / $8.30 | Choose |
Networks your Tanzania eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Tanzania.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | Airtel | 5G |
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 Tanzania and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Tanzania?
Airtel is the network your eSIM joins in Tanzania, and it offers 5G. Cities and towns are covered, but signal is patchy in national parks and remote areas, so download your maps before you leave town.
Your phone picks Airtel by itself, so there is nothing to set up. Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and the IP address help page explains more. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once you have used the day's allowance, so save heavy video for when you're on Wi-Fi.
How much data do you need in Tanzania?
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 / €9.99 / $10.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £26.99 / €32.49 / $34.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £18.49 / €21.99 / $23.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £44.49 / €53.49 / $57.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £26.99 / €32.49 / $34.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £44.49 / €53.49 / $57.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £83.99 / €100.49 / $108.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £53.99 / €64.49 / $69.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £88.99 / €106.49 / $115.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £166.99 / €199.99 / $216.99
How to set up your Tanzania 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 Tanzania: data tips
- Land and switch on: Touch down at Julius Nyerere International (DAR), Kilimanjaro International (JRO) or Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ), then switch your eSIM line on. Install it at home on Wi-Fi first, so it is ready when you land.
- Data roaming: Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line so your phone uses it on the Airtel network, which includes 5G. Here's how.
- Getting around: Have Uber or Bolt ready for rides in Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar or Arusha. Download them at home, while you're on Wi-Fi.
- Staying in touch: Message friends and family on WhatsApp, which uses your mobile data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts. Keep WhatsApp and your home number working.
- Adding more data: Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data mid-trip without buying a new eSIM.
Tanzania eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Tanzania?
Tanzania eSIMs start at £3.99 for 100 MB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £34.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Tanzania eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Airtel in Tanzania, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Tanzania eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Tanzania, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Tanzania eSIM?
Yes. Most Tanzania 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?
Tanzania 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 Tanzania 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 Uber work in Tanzania with an eSIM?
Yes, Uber and Bolt are the two ride apps to know in Tanzania, and both need mobile data to find a car. Request a ride from Julius Nyerere International (DAR) to your hotel in Dar es Salaam, with data from your eSIM in your pocket.
Can I use WhatsApp in Tanzania with an eSIM?
Yes, WhatsApp runs on your eSIM's mobile data in Tanzania, so you can send messages to family back home and to your driver. From Zanzibar to Moshi, a quick WhatsApp to your hotel is often the simplest way to check in.
How much data do I need for a week in Tanzania?
For a week, light use such as maps, messages and email comes to about 1.8 GB. Add social media, music and some video and you're looking at about 4.9 GB. Heavy streaming and hotspot use can reach about 12.6 GB, so pick your plan to match your trip.
Is there 5G in Tanzania?
Yes, Airtel, the network your eSIM uses in Tanzania, offers 5G. Coverage varies by area, so check your phone's signal in Dar es Salaam, Arusha or Zanzibar.
Can one eSIM cover Tanzania and other countries too?
Yes, the Africa bundles cover Tanzania along with other countries, and the Global bundle covers 117 countries. Pick the one that matches where your trip takes you.
Does my eSIM work in Zanzibar?
Yes. Zanzibar is one of the places in Tanzania your eSIM covers, and Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ) is the airport to fly into. Use maps and WhatsApp to get from the airport to your stay.
Ready for Tanzania?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.