eSIM South Africa

Get mobile data in South Africa without a plastic SIM: buy online, scan the QR code and connect as soon as you land. Plans for South Africa start from CHF 2.00 (€2.00).

≈ 3,291 sats

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eSIM plans for South Africa

Data plans

Data
100 MB
Validity
7 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 2.00
€2.00
≈ 3,291 sats
Data
500 MB
Validity
7 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 2.00
€2.00
≈ 3,291 sats
Data
1 GB
Validity
7 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 3.00
€3.00
≈ 4,936 sats
Data
3 GB
Validity
15 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 7.00
€7.00
≈ 11,517 sats
Data
3 GB
Validity
30 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 7.00
€7.00
≈ 11,517 sats
Data
5 GB
Validity
30 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 11.00
€11.00
≈ 18,098 sats
Data
10 GB
Validity
30 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 19.00
€19.00
≈ 31,260 sats
Data
20 GB
Validity
30 days
Network
3G/4G
CHF 36.00
€36.00
≈ 59,230 sats

Daily plans (fair use)

Data
500 MB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 2.00
€2.00
≈ 3,291 sats
Data
1 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 3.00
€3.00
≈ 4,936 sats
Data
1 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 4.00
€4.00
≈ 6,581 sats
Data
2 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 6.00
€6.00
≈ 9,872 sats
Data
2 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 7.00
€7.00
≈ 11,517 sats
Data
3 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 8.00
€8.00
≈ 13,162 sats
Data
3 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 9.00
€9.00
≈ 14,808 sats
Data
10 GB/day
Validity
1 day
Network
3G/4G
CHF 23.00
€23.00
≈ 37,842 sats

Networks in South Africa

Operators

Cell CMTNTelkomVodacom

Network types

3G4G5G

Based on the operator data of the plans listed on this page.

How many GB do I need?

1 week

≈ 3 GB

Maps, messaging, social media, some browsing

2 weeks

≈ 5 GB

Daily maps and social, photo uploads, video calls now and then

1 month

≈ 10 GB

Regular use including streaming music and short videos

Regional plans that include South Africa

Global (120+ areas)
1 GB · 7 days
CHF 10.00
€10.00
≈ 16,453 sats
Global139
1 GB · 7 days
CHF 11.00
€11.00
≈ 18,098 sats
Africa
1 GB · 7 days
CHF 12.00
€12.00
≈ 19,743 sats

Frequently asked questions

Plans for South Africa start from CHF 2 and go up to CHF 36. We currently offer 16 plans.

Depending on the plan, validity ranges from 7 to 30 days. Each plan shows its validity next to the price.

According to the plan data, the eSIM connects to Cell C, MTN, Telkom, Vodacom (3G/4G/5G).

After payment you receive a QR code by email. Connect to Wi-Fi, open your phone’s mobile/cellular settings, add an eSIM and scan the QR code. Our installation guide shows each step for iPhone and Android.

Install the eSIM before you travel while you are on Wi-Fi; it must be installed within 180 days of purchase. When you arrive, switch mobile data to the eSIM line and turn on data roaming for it.