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South Africa eSIM
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South Africa eSIM

Prepaid travel connectivity for South Africa. Instant delivery, install before you fly, connect the moment you land.

From $2.99Unlimited dataUp to 1 year5G / 4G / 3GTop-up readyCalls & texts

What is a South Africa eSIM?

A South Africa eSIM is a digital SIM you install on your phone before you travel — no plastic card, no swapping. Buy online, scan a QR code, and land in South Africa already connected to a local network. You keep your home number for calls and messaging apps while your travel data runs on the eSIM.

Network type shown per plan Instant QR delivery Activation policy shown per plan

Data Only

CellSA

1 GB - 7 days

Data
1 GB
Validity
7 days
Price
$4.50$4.50 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • This eSIM doesn't come with a phone number.
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

CellSA

2 GB - 15 days

Data
2 GB
Validity
15 days
Price
$7.50$3.75 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

CellSA

3 GB - 30 days

Data
3 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$10.00$3.33 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • This eSIM doesn't come with a phone number.
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

CellSA

5 GB - 30 days

Data
5 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$14.00$2.80 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • This eSIM doesn't come with a phone number.
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

CellSA

10 GB - 30 days

Data
10 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$24.50$2.45 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • This eSIM doesn't come with a phone number.
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

CellSA

20 GB - 30 days

Best value
Data
20 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$40.00$2.00 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 4G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G
Coverage
South Africa
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online with no expiry.
  • Operates on Vodacom network in South Africa.

Regional plans covering South Africa

Traveling to multiple countries? One eSIM, whole region.

See full coverage:Global eSIM →Africa eSIM →

Data Only

Discover

200 MB - 30 days

Data
200 MB
Validity
30 days
Price
$2.99$15.31 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

300 MB - 3 days

Data
300 MB
Validity
3 days
Price
$2.99$10.21 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

1 GB - 7 days

Data
1 GB
Validity
7 days
Price
$8.50$8.50 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Hello Africa

1 GB - 7 days

Data
1 GB
Validity
7 days
Price
$19.00$19.00 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G / 5G
Coverage
36 countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and more
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online.

Discover

1 GB - 5 days

Data
1 GB
Validity
5 days
Price
$3.99$3.99 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Hello Africa

2 GB - 15 days

Data
2 GB
Validity
15 days
Price
$33.50$16.75 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G / 5G
Coverage
36 countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and more
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online.

Discover

2 GB - 15 days

Data
2 GB
Validity
15 days
Price
$16.50$8.25 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

3 GB - 30 days

Data
3 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$24.00$8.00 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Hello Africa

3 GB - 30 days

Data
3 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$47.00$15.67 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G / 5G
Coverage
36 countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and more
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online.

Discover

5 GB - 30 days

Data
5 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$34.00$6.80 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Hello Africa

5 GB - 30 days

Data
5 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$41.00$8.20 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
4G / 5G
Coverage
36 countries including Benin, Burkina Faso, Botswana, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and more
Plan information
  • 4G Data-only eSIM.
  • Rechargeable online.

Discover

5 GB - 60 days

Data
5 GB
Validity
60 days
Price
$35.00$7.00 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

10 GB - 30 days

Data
10 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$57.00$5.70 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

10 GB - 180 days

Data
10 GB
Validity
180 days
Price
$72.99$7.30 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

20 GB - 365 days

Data
20 GB
Validity
365 days
Price
$84.99$4.25 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Discover

20 GB - 30 days

Best value
Data
20 GB
Validity
30 days
Price
$66.00$3.30 / per GB

Plan highlights

  • 5G
  • Rechargeable
Plan details
Activation
First Usage
Networks
5G / 3G / 4G
Coverage
195 countries including United States, France, China, Spain, Italy, Turkey, and more

Why travelers choose our eSIM

Land connected

Install before you fly and get online the second you arrive — no airport SIM queues.

No roaming bills

Pay one upfront price. No surprise charges or per-MB roaming fees from your home carrier.

Keep your number

Your eSIM handles data while your physical SIM keeps your number for calls and texts.

Instant QR delivery

Your QR code and setup guide arrive by email within seconds of purchase.

How to install your eSIM

  1. 1

    Buy your plan

    Choose a plan and pay securely. Your eSIM QR code is emailed instantly.

  2. 2

    Scan the QR code

    Open Settings, add an eSIM, and scan the QR code we send you.

  3. 3

    Turn on data roaming

    Enable data roaming for the eSIM line so it connects to the local network.

  4. 4

    You're online

    Your plan activates on first connection in your destination. Enjoy fast data.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

When does my plan start?+

Validity begins the moment your eSIM connects to a network in your destination — not when you buy it — so you can install it in advance.

Will I keep my phone number?+

Yes. The eSIM carries your travel data while your regular SIM keeps your number for calls and texts.

Is my device compatible?+

Most phones from the last few years support eSIM. Check our device compatibility page if you're unsure.

What if I run out of data?+

On top-up-ready plans you can add more data instantly from your dashboard — no need to reinstall.