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5 GB/day · 1 daySee all 21 countries and their networks
Algeria
Djezzy · 4G
Chad
Airtel · 4G
Congo - Kinshasa
Airtel · 5G
Egypt
Vodafone · 5G
Gabon
Airtel · 4G
Ghana
Vodafone · 5G
Kenya
Airtel · 5G
Madagascar
Airtel · 4G
Malawi
Airtel · 4G
Mauritius
Emtel, my.t · 5G/4G
Morocco
Orange Morocco · 5G
Niger
Airtel · 4G
Nigeria
Airtel · 5G
Réunion
SFR · 4G
Rwanda
Updating soon
Seychelles
Airtel · 4G
Tanzania
Airtel · 5G
Tunisia
Tunicell · 4G
Uganda
Airtel · 5G
Zambia
Airtel · 4G
Zimbabwe
Econet · 4G
Details change with the plan you select above. Actual speeds depend on your location and the network you connect to.
About the Africa (21 areas) eSIM
Africa offers ancient monuments in Egypt, the medinas of Morocco, safaris in East Africa and island escapes in the Indian Ocean.
Africa eSIM (21 areas) from eSIMCircle lets you set up mobile data on your phone before you travel and turn it on when you arrive, with no SIM counter to find and no card to swap.
Getting around Africa with mobile data
Public Wi-Fi is hard to rely on when you are moving between countries, so mobile data is what you use to check flights, follow maps through busy markets, book lodges and keep in touch with guides and drivers.
Popular places to visit in Africa
- Egypt: the Pyramids of Giza and cruises on the Nile.
- Morocco and Tunisia: medinas, souks and the edge of the Sahara.
- Kenya and Tanzania: safaris and the coast of Zanzibar.
- Uganda and Rwanda: mountain gorilla trekking.
- Zambia and Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls on the Zambezi.
- Indian Ocean islands: Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles and Réunion.
Tips for using mobile data in Africa
South Africa is not part of this plan, so check the coverage list above for every country on your route before you cross a border.
The eSIMCircle Africa eSIM gets you online as soon as you land in the countries in this region, with no physical SIM to find or swap. Coverage comes from 9 partner networks (3G/4G/5G). Plans start from $5.99, and FLEX365 lets you pick exactly how many days you need, from 1 to 365.
Africa eSIM plans
- Standard plans: 6 options with 1 GB to 20 GB of data, valid for 7 to 30 days, priced $5.99 to $89.55. The data is shared across the whole validity period.
- FLEX365 plans: 2 daily data allowances, from 5 GB to 10 GB per day, from $21.55 per day. Choose 1 to 365 days; the more days you pick, the bigger the discount.
Where does the Africa eSIM work?
One eSIM works in 21 countries and territories: Algeria, Chad, Congo - Kinshasa, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Good to know
- These plans are data only, with no phone number, calls or SMS. Use WhatsApp, iMessage or other apps to call and text, and keep your main SIM in your phone for calls and one-time codes.
- With FLEX365, if you use up the day's high-speed data you stay connected at 384 Kbps until the day ends, and full speed returns the next day.
Africa eSIM: frequently asked questions
Which networks does the Africa eSIM use?
The Africa eSIM connects through partner networks in the countries in this region (3G/4G/5G). Your phone picks the strongest network automatically, so there is nothing extra to set up.
How much does a Africa eSIM cost?
The Africa eSIM starts from $5.99. We offer FLEX365 plans priced per day, where you choose 1 to 365 days (from 5 GB per day) and 6 Standard plans with a fixed amount of data (valid 7 to 30 days). Pick the plan that matches your trip length and data needs in the plan selector above.
Can I use my phone as a hotspot with the Africa eSIM?
Yes. Turn on your phone's personal hotspot to share the connection with a laptop or a travel companion's device. Data used by those devices counts toward your plan.
Can I top up my Africa eSIM if I run out of data?
Yes, Africa plans that support top-ups let you add data to the eSIM you already have, with no new install needed. Check the "Top-up" row in the plan details for your selected plan.
When does the validity period of the Africa eSIM start?
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the countries in this region. You can install it ahead of time at home without losing any days.
How do I receive my Africa eSIM after buying?
After your payment is confirmed, your eSIM is delivered by email with a QR code and step-by-step installation instructions. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder.
How to install your Africa eSIM on iPhone and Android
iPhone
- Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
- Go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM, then scan the QR code.
- Name the eSIM and choose it for cellular data.
- When you arrive, turn the eSIM on and enable Data Roaming.
Android
- Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
- Go to Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM (menu names vary by brand).
- Scan the QR code, then turn the eSIM on for mobile data.
- When you arrive, enable Data Roaming for the eSIM.
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