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Vanuatu eSIM
A 5 GB Vanuatu eSIM costs £28.99 for 30 days on Digicel on 4G. Plans start at £6.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Whether you base yourself in Port Vila or island-hop to Espiritu Santo and Tanna, your eSIM connects you to Digicel. That means Messenger, maps and messages are on hand as you explore. Here's how to pick the plan that fits your days.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Digicel
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Vanuatu eSIM in two questions
Which Vanuatu eSIM plan do I need?
Match your trip length to how much you'll use, and the right plan is easy to spot.
- A three-day city break in Port Vila: Pick 3 GB for 15 days. That covers messages, maps and some social media.
- A fortnight touring Port Vila, Espiritu Santo and Tanna: Pick 10 GB for 30 days, which is plenty for messages, maps, music and some video as you move between islands.
- A month-long stay: Pick 20 GB for 30 days, enough for a full month of messages, social media, music and some video.
- A week that also takes in a neighbour: Look at the Oceania bundle, which covers 8 countries. For seven days of standard use, 5 GB for 30 days is the plan to match.
Every plan can be topped up if your trip runs longer than you planned.
All 41 Vanuatu 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 | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99 | £6.00 / €7.00 / $7.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £18.99 / €21.99 / $23.99 | £6.33 / €7.33 / $8.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £28.99 / €33.99 / $36.99 | £5.80 / €6.80 / $7.40 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £51.99 / €61.99 / $66.99 | £5.20 / €6.20 / $6.70 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £105.99 / €126.99 / $136.99 | £5.30 / €6.35 / $6.85 | Choose |
Networks your Vanuatu eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Vanuatu.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Vanuatu | Digicel | 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 Vanuatu and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Vanuatu?
Your eSIM joins the Digicel network in Vanuatu, on 4G. Port Vila and the main towns get the strongest cover, while outer islands can have patchy signal or none at all, so download your maps before you head out to the islands. Your phone picks Digicel by itself, so there is nothing to switch on.
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Find out more on the IP address help page. Daily plans slow to a basic speed once you have used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Vanuatu?
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 · £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £17.99 / €20.99 / $22.99
- Standard · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £28.99 / €34.99 / $37.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £43.49 / €51.99 / $56.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £28.99 / €33.99 / $36.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £43.49 / €51.99 / $56.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £81.99 / €98.49 / $106.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £51.99 / €61.99 / $66.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £86.49 / €103.49 / $112.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £163.49 / €195.99 / $212.49
How to set up your Vanuatu 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 Digicel and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Vanuatu: data tips
- Land and switch on: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, before you fly. Then switch it on when you land at Bauerfield (VLI). Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line so your Digicel data can connect.
- Getting around: Keep maps running as you head from Bauerfield (VLI) into Port Vila, or onwards to Efate, Espiritu Santo or Tanna. Light use, like maps and messages, is about 0.25 GB a day.
- Staying in touch: Messenger is ready for chats with friends and family back home. Your home number stays on for calls and texts. If you use WhatsApp, read how to keep WhatsApp and your home number working.
- Data plans: A short trip suits 1 GB for 7 days. For a longer stay, 3 GB for 15 days is a good pick, and every plan can be topped up if you need more.
Vanuatu eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Vanuatu?
Vanuatu eSIMs start at £6.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £28.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Vanuatu eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Digicel in Vanuatu. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Vanuatu eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Vanuatu, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Vanuatu eSIM?
Yes. Most Vanuatu 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?
Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu?
No. Vanuatu runs on 4G only, through Digicel, so you don't need a 5G phone for Port Vila or Tanna. Check your phone supports 4G before you fly.
Which eSIM covers Vanuatu and other countries in Oceania?
The Oceania eSIM covers 8 countries, and Vanuatu is one of them. It's a handy pick for a trip that hops between islands, so you won't need a new plan at each stop.
How much data do I need for a week in Vanuatu?
For a week of maps and messages, about 1.8 GB covers you. Add social media, music and some video, and plan for about 4.9 GB.
Can I stream video in Vanuatu on my eSIM?
Streaming and hotspot use is heavy, at about 1.8 GB a day. If you plan to stream every day, pick a bigger plan, such as 20 GB for 30 days.
Which messaging app should I set up for Vanuatu?
Messenger is the messaging app to know in Vanuatu. Set it up before you land at Bauerfield (VLI), so the chat is ready when your data is on.
What should I do with my eSIM at Bauerfield airport?
Switch your eSIM's data on as you land at Bauerfield (VLI), and turn off data on your home SIM so the two don't clash. Then check the Digicel signal bars.
Ready for Vanuatu?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.