eSIM for travellers from Singapore: where you go and what it costs
Singapore travellers go to Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand most (Visa, 2024). A 5 GB, 30-day eSIM costs $8.99 for Malaysia, $8.99 for Indonesia and $6.49 for Thailand, in US dollars. Delivered by email in seconds.
Singapore travellers go most often to Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, by visits, according to Visa Business and Economic Insights (Oct 2024). A travel eSIM gives you a data plan on your phone without a physical SIM card to swap.
Where Singapore travellers go, and the eSIM for each
| Destination | Plan | Price | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Malaysia | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $8.99 | See plans |
2. Indonesia | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $8.99 | See plans |
3. Thailand | 5 GB, 30 days | $6.49 | See plans |
4. Japan | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $9.49 | See plans |
5. China | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $9.99 | See plans |
6. Australia | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $8.99 | See plans |
7. Hong Kong | 5 GB, 30 days | $8.99 | See plans |
8. South Korea | 5 GB, 30 days · prices compared | $8.99 | See plans |
10. Vietnam | 5 GB, 30 days | $11.99 | See plans |
Ranking: Visa Business and Economic Insights (Oct 2024), top 12 travel destinations from Singapore by visits, Visa International Travel platform. No official ranked list of Singapore residents' destinations is public (SingStat/ICA publish departures by mode of transport only). This list is Visa card-visit data for Q2 2024, in Visa's chart order (United Kingdom and India follow at 11 and 12). Malaysia is first at roughly 2.4m visits in the quarter. Prices are live, in US dollars: the shop sells in US dollars, pounds and euros.
What Singapore carriers charge abroad
| Carrier and zone | Price | What it gives | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| SingtelMalaysia, Indonesia and Thailand (ReadyRoam Neighbours) | $5 SGD for 30 days | 1 GB, valid 30 days (6 GB for S$12) | Singtel's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| SingtelMalaysia, Indonesia and Thailand (UnlimitedRoam Neighbours) | $20 SGD for 14 days | 15 GB at high speed, then unlimited at lower speed, 14 days | Singtel's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| SingtelWorldwide incl. USA and Europe (ReadyRoam Worldwide) | $40 SGD for 30 days | 6 GB, valid 30 days, 135 destinations | Singtel's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| SingtelWorldwide incl. USA and Europe (UnlimitedRoam Worldwide) | $45 SGD for 14 days | 15 GB at high speed, 14 days, 135 destinations | Singtel's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| StarHubAsia Pacific incl. Malaysia (DataTravel Asia Pacific) | $6 SGD for 3 days | 1 GB, valid 3 days (2 GB for S$16, 30 days) | StarHub's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| StarHubGlobal incl. USA, Canada, UAE (DataTravel Global) | $40 SGD for 30 days | 2 GB, valid 30 days (6 GB bonus data extra on promo until 31 Dec 2026) | StarHub's page, read 7 November 2026 |
| M1Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia (Daily Passport) | $2.95 SGD a day | 3 GB of roaming data per day; pay only for the days you use | M1's page, read 7 November 2026 |
Good to know
- StarHub DataTravel packs need International Roaming or Pay-As-You-Roam to be active on the line before you buy. Source
- Singtel says monthly roaming data is built into some mobile plans and every plan has AutoReadyRoam, which activates your next ReadyRoam pack automatically so you avoid pay-per-use charges. Source
- M1 Daily Passports give 3 GB of roaming data per day across 100+ destinations, and you pay only for the days you use. Source
Which eSIM do I need for my trip from Singapore?
Here are the networks your eSIM uses on Singapore's top four destinations.
- Malaysia: eSIMology's plans run on CelcomDigi, Maxis and Tune Talk, with 5G where the network offers it.
- Indonesia: eSIMology's plans run on Indosat, Telkomsel and XL, with 5G where the network offers it.
- Thailand: eSIMology's plans run on AIS, DTAC and True Move, with 5G where the network offers it.
- Japan: eSIMology's plans run on KDDI/au, NTT docomo and Rakuten Mobile, with 5G where the network offers it.
Some Singapore mobile plans, such as Singtel's, include monthly roaming data, so check what yours covers first. A travel eSIM covers the trips and data your plan doesn't. If you expect heavy use, look at eSIMology's daily allowances and larger fixed plans, which are the options to compare first.
What do Singapore networks charge to roam?
Singapore's home networks sell roaming by the pass or by the day. Prices read on 7 November 2026, in SGD.
- Singtel: SGD 5 for 1 GB over 30 days in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, or SGD 20 for 15 GB at high speed over 14 days, then unlimited at lower speed. Worldwide passes, including the USA and Europe, start at SGD 40 for 6 GB over 30 days, covering 135 destinations. Some Singtel plans include monthly roaming data.
- StarHub: SGD 6 for 1 GB over 3 days in Asia Pacific, including Malaysia, or SGD 40 for 2 GB over 30 days in its global zone, including the USA, Canada and UAE. DataTravel packs need International Roaming or Pay-As-You-Roam active on your line before you buy.
- M1: SGD 2.95 per day for 3 GB of roaming data across Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. You pay only for the days you use, and Daily Passports cover 100+ destinations.
Where home roaming costs extra, a travel eSIM gives you data for one price, while your home number stays on for calls and texts. eSIMology's plans are priced in GBP, EUR or USD.
Travelling from Singapore: questions
Where do Singapore travellers go most?
Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, China, Australia, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam, in that order, according to Visa Business and Economic Insights (Oct 2024), top 12 travel destinations from Singapore by visits, Visa International Travel platform.
How much does roaming cost from Singapore?
Singtel $5 SGD for 30 days (Malaysia); StarHub $6 SGD for 3 days (Asia Pacific incl. Malaysia (DataTravel Asia Pacific)); M1 $2.95 SGD a day (Malaysia), from each carrier's own page, read 7 November 2026. A 5 GB, 30-day Malaysia eSIM costs $8.99 for the whole trip.
Can I keep my Singapore number with a travel eSIM?
Yes. A travel eSIM from eSIMology is data only: keep your home SIM switched on for calls and texts (your carrier's own rates apply to those), and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over the eSIM's data.
Which currency do I pay in?
Pounds, euros or US dollars: pick yours at the top of any page. This guide shows US dollars. Cards from Singapore pay in US dollars and convert to SGD at the card's own rate.
Do I need an eSIM for a trip from Singapore to Malaysia?
A travel eSIM is the simplest way to get mobile data in Malaysia without swapping out your Singapore SIM. eSIMology's plans run on CelcomDigi, Maxis and Tune Talk, with 5G where the network offers it.
Is roaming included on Singtel in Malaysia?
In some Singtel plans, yes: monthly roaming data is built in. Every plan has AutoReadyRoam, which activates your next ReadyRoam pack automatically. The ReadyRoam Neighbours pass covers Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand with 1 GB valid for 30 days. A travel eSIM covers trips and data beyond that allowance.
How does M1's Daily Passport work in Malaysia?
M1's Daily Passport gives 3 GB of roaming data per day in Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. You pay only for the days you use. Heavy users may prefer eSIMology's daily allowances or larger fixed plans.
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