Does the eSIM work in Conakry and Guinea's larger towns?

Yes. Orange Guinée offers 4G/LTE coverage in Conakry and in larger towns such as Kindia, Labé and Kankan. In rural and very remote areas, coverage can be limited to 2G/3G or missing altogether.

Do I have to register the eSIM with the Guinean authorities?

No. Unlike local SIM cards, which often require passport registration on the spot, your Reisechip eSIM needs no separate registration in Guinea. You simply activate it before you leave and use it straight after landing.

How much data do I need for a trip to Guinea?

For a one- to two-week trip with navigation, messaging and the occasional photo share, we recommend 3–5 GB. If you spend a lot of time in the city or want to download videos or maps regularly, go for a 5 GB or 10 GB plan.

Can I also use the eSIM in the Fouta Djallon highlands?

In the tourist centres of the Fouta Djallon such as Labé, 4G reception is generally available. On trekking paths and in very remote villages, though, coverage is limited. Download key maps and information beforehand.

Is my smartphone eSIM-compatible for Guinea?

Most newer smartphones (iPhone XS and newer, current Samsung Galaxy S models, Google Pixel 3 and newer) support eSIM. Also make sure your device is not SIM-locked. On the Reisechip help page you will find a full compatibility list.

How much does an eSIM for Guinea cost?

eSIM data plans for Guinea start at €7.99. You pay once for the data you choose — no contract, no monthly fee and no surprise roaming bill. Bigger data packs and longer validity cost more.

Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Guinea?

It depends on the destination. Inside the EU your German plan usually includes roaming, often with a fair-use data cap; outside the EU, roaming is typically charged per day or per megabyte, and a travel eSIM is usually much cheaper. With an eSIM you see the full price before you buy and pay only for your data pack.

Which mobile networks does the eSIM use in Guinea?

In Guinea the eSIM connects automatically to local networks such as Orange Guinée, MTN Guinea, MTN Guinée (Areeba), Cellcom, on 4G/LTE and on 5G where it is available. Coverage in populated areas is around about 40% of the population. Your phone always picks the strongest network nearby.

Will I keep my German phone number with an eSIM in Guinea?

Yes. Your German SIM and number stay active, and the travel eSIM runs alongside it as a data-only plan. You stay reachable on WhatsApp, iMessage or over Wi-Fi while browsing on the local network. Normal calls and texts still go through your German number, where roaming charges may apply.

Can I top up or extend my Guinea data plan?

Yes. When your data runs out or the plan expires, just buy another pack. The eSIM profile already on your phone stays in place, so there is nothing to reinstall and you stay online without a break.

Can I use the eSIM as a Wi-Fi hotspot in Guinea?

Yes. You can share the connection with a laptop, tablet or a travel companion through your phone's personal hotspot. Hotspot use comes out of the same data allowance, so choose a slightly larger pack if you plan to tether.

Should I install the eSIM before I leave or after I arrive?

Install it at home over Wi-Fi before you travel. The data plan switches on automatically when your phone joins a network in Guinea, so you are online the moment you land instead of hunting for airport Wi-Fi.

eSIM plans for Guinea

Instant delivery

Guinea: your travel eSIM from €7.99 works as soon as you land and connects to Orange Guinée, MTN Guinea, MTN Guinée (Areeba), Cellcom (4G/LTE where available), network coverage about 40% of the population. Install it by QR code before you leave Germany — no roaming charges, no SIM swap.

Your selection

Select a plan

Payment methods

Instant email delivery
30-day refund on unused eSIMs
Support in English
Visa · Mastercard · Maestro · Apple Pay · PayPal

eSIM for Guinea at a glance

Price from: €7.99
Local networks: Orange Guinée, MTN Guinea, MTN Guinée (Areeba), Cellcom
Technology: 4G/LTE
Network coverage: about 40% of the population
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 Guinea

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	€8.79
Unlimited	3 days	€12.99
Unlimited	5 days	€20.99
Unlimited	7 days	€28.99
Unlimited	10 days	€41.99
Unlimited	15 days	€61.99
Unlimited	30 days	€122.99
1 GB	7 days	€7.99
2 GB	15 days	€12.99
3 GB	30 days	€20.99
5 GB	30 days	€33.99
10 GB	30 days	€55.99
20 GB	30 days	€88.99
50 GB	30 days	€226.99

Guinea is one of the greenest and wildest countries in West Africa. The Fouta Djallon highlands with their waterfalls, the chimpanzee reserves and the pulsing capital, Conakry, are waiting for explorers. Precisely because infrastructure is thin away from the cities, dependable mobile internet becomes an indispensable travel companion. With a Reisechip eSIM you book your data plan before you fly and are online straight after landing in Conakry, with no SIM swap, no queues at the airport and no nasty surprises on your phone bill.

Flight time from Germany

about 7–8 hours

Time zone

UTC+0 (1 hour behind CET)

Best time to travel

November–April (dry season)

Plug type

Type C/F/K (no adapter needed)

Why get an eSIM for Guinea?

Guinea is not a mass-tourism destination, and you notice that when buying a local SIM too. Foreigners buying a Guinean SIM card on the spot often need their passport and sometimes have to register, which costs time and patience. With a Reisechip eSIM that effort disappears completely. You install the profile comfortably at home and, after landing in Conakry, you are straight onto the Orange Guinée network, the largest provider in the country, with 4G/LTE coverage in the most important cities and regions. Because public Wi-Fi in Guinea is not widespread and is often unreliable, mobile data is your safest connection to the world: for navigation in Conakry, communication with local guides and uploading your travel photos. Note that network coverage in the deep interior and in remote regions can be limited, but in the cities and along the main roads 4G works reliably.

What is network coverage like in Guinea?

Network operator

Orange Guinée

+ MTN Guinea

Technology

4G/LTE

Coverage

about 40% of the population

How do I install an eSIM for Guinea?

1
Buy a plan
Pick the data plan for Guinea 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 Guinea and you are online straight away.

1
Buy a plan
Pick the data plan for Guinea 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 Guinea 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 Guinea?

	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 €7.99	€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

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