eSIM plans for Africa
Instant deliveryA regional eSIM for Africa covers several African countries with one data plan, which makes it ideal for safaris and round trips across borders. You are online straight away, without buying a new SIM in each country, and you avoid the roaming charges that are often very high in Africa.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day refund on unused eSIMs
- Support in English
- Visa · Mastercard · Maestro · Apple Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Africa at a glance
- Price from
- €6.99
- Technology
- 4G/LTE (5G where available)
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Suggested data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Africa
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €6.99 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €19.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €29.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €37.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €53.99 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €81.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €135.99 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €8.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €13.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €18.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €30.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €51.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €78.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €175.99 |
Africa is a continent of contrasts, from the safari areas of Kenya and Tanzania through the deserts of Morocco to the cities of South Africa. If you link several countries on one trip, a regional eSIM pays off: one plan works across countries, you keep the same data connection and do not have to switch anything on the way. Roaming is especially costly in many African countries, and an eSIM gives you certainty when planning. Install it before you leave using a QR code and use navigation, bookings and messengers straight away on arrival.
When is an Africa eSIM worth it?
A regional Africa eSIM is worth it for trips across several countries, such as a safari round trip through Kenya and Tanzania. Instead of booking a separate plan in each country, you stay online throughout. For a stay in just one country, a single-country plan is usually cheaper, so check the network coverage on the ground beforehand.
10 countries in this region
Instant delivery
Your eSIM arrives by email right after purchase, with a QR code and setup steps.
Fast mobile data
4G/LTE speeds for maps, streaming and video calls on the road.
200+ destinations
Plans for more than 200 countries and regions, all bought from Germany in euros.
Customer support
Our team helps with setup and use by email, in English or any other language.
How do I install an eSIM for Africa?
- 1
Buy a plan
Pick the data plan for Africa that fits your trip and check out.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Open the email with your QR code and scan it with your phone's camera while you are still in Germany.
- 3
Add the eSIM
Follow the steps on your phone to add the eSIM as a data plan. Your German SIM stays in place.
- 4
Go online
Switch on the eSIM when you land in Africa and you are online straight away.
- 1
Buy a plan
Pick the data plan for Africa that fits your trip and check out.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Open the email with your QR code and scan it with your phone's camera while you are still in Germany.
- 3
Add the eSIM
Follow the steps on your phone to add the eSIM as a data plan. Your German SIM stays in place.
- 4
Go online
Switch on the eSIM when you land in Africa and you are online straight away.
Which eSIM plan suits me?
Holiday
Away for 1–2 weeks? A 3–5 GB plan covers maps, photos and messages.
Business trip
For video calls and email on the go, choose at least 5 GB or an unlimited plan.
Backpacking
On longer trips, a 10 GB+ plan or a regional plan for several countries pays off.
Family
With several devices, pick a plan with hotspot support and enough data for everyone.
eSIM vs. local SIM vs. Wi-Fi hotspot — what works best for Africa?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Buy on arrival | Pick-up or delivery |
| Setup | 2 minutes | SIM swap needed | Extra device |
| Price | From €6.99 | €5–30 | €5–15 per day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up any time | Fixed allowance | Daily rental |
| Best for | Most travellers | Long stays | Groups and families |