# Uganda eSIM

> A 5 GB Uganda eSIM costs £39.99 for 30 days on Airtel with 5G. Plans start at £5.99 for 500 MB a day. Delivered by email in seconds.

In Kampala, the ride is often the first thing you'll need, and your eSIM can run Uber, Bolt or SafeBoda from your pocket. Airtel is the network behind it, so messages, maps and bookings stay within reach as you explore.

- 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: Uganda; speed up to 4G
- 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/uganda

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £9.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £9.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $30.99 | £8.00 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £25.99 / €30.99 / $32.99 | £8.66 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £39.99 / €47.99 / $51.99 | £8.00 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £71.99 / €86.99 / $93.99 | £7.20 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £140.99 / €168.99 / $182.99 | £7.05 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £11.60 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £22.49 / €26.99 / $29.49 | £9.21 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £22.49 / €26.99 / $29.49 | £6.58 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £22.49 / €26.99 / $29.49 | £4.61 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £33.99 / €40.49 / $43.99 | £4.64 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £66.99 / €80.49 / $87.49 | £4.57 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £9.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £27.99 / €32.99 / $35.99 | £9.33 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £37.49 / €44.99 / $48.49 | £7.50 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £37.49 / €44.99 / $48.49 | £5.36 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £37.49 / €44.99 / $48.49 | £3.75 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £55.99 / €66.99 / $72.49 | £3.73 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £111.49 / €133.49 / $144.49 | £3.72 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £16.99 / €19.99 / $21.99 | £8.49 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £47.99 / €57.99 / $62.99 | £8.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £65.49 / €78.49 / $84.99 | £6.55 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £65.49 / €78.49 / $84.99 | £4.68 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £65.49 / €78.49 / $84.99 | £3.27 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £97.99 / €117.49 / $127.49 | £3.27 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £195.99 / €234.49 / $254.49 | £3.27 | 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 |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £52.99 / €63.99 / $68.99 | £5.30 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £157.99 / €188.99 / $204.99 | £5.27 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £214.99 / €257.49 / $278.99 | £4.30 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £214.99 / €257.49 / $278.99 | £3.07 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £214.99 / €257.49 / $278.99 | £2.15 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £321.99 / €385.99 / $418.49 | £2.15 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £643.49 / €770.99 / $835.99 | £2.14 | yes |

## Networks

- Uganda: Airtel (5G)

## Which Uganda eSIM plan do I need?

Start with how long you're going and how much you'll use your phone, then pick the matching plan.

- **A three-day city break in Kampala:** pick 1 GB for 7 days for light use of maps, messages and rides.
- **A fortnight touring Jinja, Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth National Park:** choose 10 GB for 30 days for standard use, with music and social media on top.
- **A month-long stay with heavy use:** 2 GB a day for 30 days suits streaming and hotspot use.
- **A trip that also takes in other countries:** the [Africa, 21 countries](/esim/africa-21-countries) bundle also covers Uganda.

[Most plans can be topped up](/help/top-up-esim), so you can add more data mid-trip if you need it.

## Will my eSIM have signal in Uganda?

Your eSIM joins Airtel in Uganda, and it can use 5G on Airtel's network. Your phone picks the network by itself, so there's nothing to switch on once you've landed.

Kampala and the main towns are well covered. Signal can be patchy in national parks and remote areas, so download offline maps before you head to Bwindi or Queen Elizabeth National Park. Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs ([more on IP addresses abroad](/help/ip-address-another-country)). Daily plans slow to a fair-use speed once you've used the day's allowance.

## Using your phone in Uganda: data tips

- **Arriving:** Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi. Land at Entebbe (EBB), switch it on, and keep data roaming on for your eSIM line, as the [data roaming guide](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) explains.
- **Getting around:** Download Uber, Bolt or SafeBoda before you land, so a ride is one tap away. Going to Bwindi or Queen Elizabeth National Park? Save offline maps before you set off.
- **Staying in touch:** WhatsApp is the messaging app to have ready when you land. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, so friends and family can still reach you.
- **Blocked services:** Facebook is blocked in Uganda. Our IP route through Singapore may help you reach it, as the [IP address guide](/help/ip-address-another-country) explains.
- **Data:** Light use, like maps and messages, is about 0.25 GB a day. Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more mid-trip without a new eSIM.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for Uganda?

Uganda eSIMs start at £5.99 for 500 MB a day over 1 day. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £39.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which networks does the Uganda eSIM use?

Your eSIM connects to Airtel in Uganda, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.

### When does my Uganda eSIM start?

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

### Can I top up my Uganda eSIM?

Yes. Most Uganda 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?

Uganda 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 Uganda 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 Uganda?

Yes, Airtel runs 5G in Uganda, so your phone can use it wherever Airtel's 5G signal reaches, and you'll see the 5G symbol at the top of your screen once you land.

### How much data do I need for a week in Uganda?

Light use, such as maps and messages, needs about 1.8 GB for a week in Uganda. Add social media, music and some video and it rises to about 4.9 GB, so pick the plan that suits how you travel.

### Does Uber work with an eSIM in Uganda?

Yes. Uber, Bolt and SafeBoda all run on mobile data, so your eSIM lets you order a ride in Kampala or Entebbe without looking for Wi-Fi first. Check the pickup point on the map before you confirm.

### Can I use WhatsApp in Uganda?

Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app for Uganda, so you can message family, hosts and drivers on your eSIM data. Get it set up before you fly so your contacts are ready when you land.

### Is Facebook blocked in Uganda?

Yes, Facebook is blocked in Uganda, so it won't open on your eSIM. Use WhatsApp to keep in touch, and save any Facebook photos or messages you need before you travel.

### Which eSIM covers Uganda and other countries in Africa?

Uganda is part of the Africa bundles, so one eSIM can cover it along with other countries in the Africa bundle. For wider routes, the Global bundle covers 117 countries.