Travel eSIM — mobile data abroad without a physical SIM
Land with data already working. Pick a destination, pay from your wallet, and install the eSIM by scanning a QR code — usually ready within seconds. Your normal SIM stays in the phone, so you keep your own number for calls and texts.
How it works
- STEP 1Top up your walletFund your in-bot wallet in seconds; the balance buys any product.
- STEP 2Choose a destinationPick a local, regional or global plan across 219 destinations.
- STEP 3Scan the QR codeThe eSIM profile arrives as a QR code — scan it to install.
- STEP 4Data works on arrivalTurn on the line when you land; no roaming agreement needed.
An eSIM is charged when the provider accepts the order, because you are buying a data allowance rather than waiting on a code to arrive. The price you see is the price taken. See the Refund Policy for cancellation terms.
You need an eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone. That covers iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy S, Note and Fold models, plus a growing list of others. Check for an "Add eSIM" or "Add data plan" option in your network settings before you buy — if it is missing, either the handset or the carrier lock is the reason, and the eSIM cannot be installed.
Why an eSIM beats roaming and airport SIM cards
Roaming charges from a home carrier are the most expensive way to use data abroad, and the cost is rarely visible until the bill arrives. A travel eSIM is prepaid: you buy a known allowance at a known price, and when it runs out nothing keeps billing in the background.
A local SIM bought at the airport is cheaper than roaming but costs you time and your own number — you queue at a counter, spend time you would rather spend on the trip, and swap out the SIM that receives your verification codes. An eSIM installs before you fly and runs alongside your existing line, so verification messages still reach you on your usual number while data runs over the local network.
Local, regional or global — which plan to choose
A local plan covers one country and is usually the cheapest per gigabyte, so it is the right choice for a single-destination trip. A regional plan covers a bloc such as Europe or Southeast Asia and is worth it the moment you cross a border, because a second local plan usually costs more than the regional premium.
Global plans carry the highest per-gigabyte price and exist for itineraries that span continents, or for travellers who would rather not think about coverage at all. If your trip is two countries in one region, compare the regional plan against two local plans before buying — the answer flips depending on the destinations.
Travel eSIM — FAQ
What is a travel eSIM?
A data plan installed digitally onto your phone instead of a plastic SIM card. You receive a QR code, scan it, and the phone adds a second line that uses a local network for data while your normal SIM stays active.
How much does it cost?
Plans start from about $0.33, with the exact price depending on the destination, the data allowance and the validity period. Every price is shown before you pay.
How many destinations are covered?
219, as local plans plus regional and global bundles. The full list with live prices is in the eSIM browser.
How quickly does it arrive?
Usually within seconds. The profile is delivered as a QR code together with the manual SM-DP+ and activation codes in case you prefer to enter them by hand.
Do I keep my own phone number?
Yes. The eSIM is a data-only second line, so your existing SIM keeps handling your calls, texts and any verification codes sent to your real number.
Can I use it for calls or SMS?
No — these are data-only plans and cannot receive SMS. If you need to receive a verification code, use a virtual OTP number instead, which is a separate product built for exactly that.
What happens when the data runs out?
The line simply stops passing data; nothing continues to bill in the background. Buy another plan whenever you need more, and install it the same way.
Can I install it before I travel?
Yes, and you should. Install while you still have a working internet connection at home, then leave the line switched off until you land — installing an eSIM requires connectivity, which is exactly what you lack on arrival.