1 GB
7 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$5.99
$5.99/GB
Ethiopia eSIM
Stay online in Ethiopia with a prepaid travel eSIM. Choose from 6 data plans starting at $5.99, delivered instantly by email. Install before you fly and connect to fast local 4G/5G networks the moment you land.
- Instant delivery
- No roaming fees
- Hotspot supported
- 3G/4G/5G
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- Money-back guaranteeFull refund if your eSIM is unused
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- Support in 4 languagesEnglish · العربية · 中文 · 日本語
Ethiopia data plans
3 GB
15 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$15.99
$5.33/GB
3 GB
30 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$16.99
$5.66/GB
5 GB
30 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$26.99
$5.40/GB
10 GB
30 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$47.99
$4.80/GB
20 GB
30 days
- Speed: 3G/4G/5G
- Hotspot supported
- Top-up available
$98.99
$4.95/GB
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How to use your Ethiopia eSIM
- 1Check that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked.
- 2Buy a Ethiopia plan and receive your QR code by email.
- 3Install the eSIM before departure: Settings → Mobile data → Add eSIM → scan QR.
- 4On arrival in Ethiopia, switch mobile data to the eSIM and enable data roaming for it.
Internet in Ethiopia: a traveller’s guide
Coverage and networks
Our Ethiopia eSIM connects to Safaricom. Coverage is strongest in cities, airports and along main travel routes; in remote or mountainous areas speeds may be lower, as with any mobile network.
How much data do you need in Ethiopia?
Most visitors use between 0.5 and 2 GB per day in Ethiopia, depending on how much they rely on maps, social media and video. We offer 6 plans starting at $5.99, so you can match the plan to your trip length.
eSIM or local SIM card in Ethiopia?
Buying a local SIM card in Ethiopia usually means finding a shop, registering with your passport and swapping out your home SIM. With an eSIM you buy online in minutes, install before departure and keep your home number for calls and WhatsApp.
Before you travel to Ethiopia
Install the eSIM over Wi-Fi before your flight. When you land in Ethiopia, select the eSIM for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Your plan’s validity only starts when it first connects in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia eSIM FAQ
Which is the best eSIM for Ethiopia?
The best Ethiopia eSIM depends on how much data you need. Light users usually choose 1–3 GB for a week, while travellers who use maps, social media and video calls prefer 10 GB or more. All our Ethiopia plans run on reliable local 4G/5G networks and start at $5.99.
Can I use my phone’s hotspot with a Ethiopia eSIM?
Yes. Personal hotspot (tethering) is supported, so you can share your Ethiopia data with a laptop or tablet.
When does my Ethiopia eSIM plan start?
The validity period starts when the eSIM first connects to a supported network in Ethiopia, not when you buy it. You can install it days before your trip.
Does the Ethiopia eSIM include a phone number?
Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. You can keep your regular SIM active for calls and SMS, or use WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps over data.
How fast will I receive my Ethiopia eSIM?
Instantly. Your QR code is shown on the order page and sent to your email, usually within one to two minutes after payment.
