eSIM for Africa
Travelling across Africa? An Ahlano eSIM gives you prepaid mobile data for the trip, ready on your phone when you land. Choose from 9 regional plans starting at USD 11.22, with up to 10 GB and validity from 7 to 30 days. Buy in a few minutes, install with a QR code or a one-tap link, and skip the search for a local SIM card.
Choose your package
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30 Days
Choosing an eSIM for Africa
Start with how long you will stay and how much you use your phone. Every Africa plan has a set data amount and a validity in days, so a short visit and a long trip need different plans. Prices start at USD 11.22, and the largest plan gives you 10 GB.
- Short trip, light use: a small plan covers maps, messages and a few calls on apps over 7 days.
- Longer stay: plans run up to 30 days, so you can keep one eSIM for the whole journey.
- Heavy use: pick the plan with 10 GB if you share photos, stream or work on the road.
You can compare all 9 plans on this page. If your trip also takes you beyond Africa, our global plans cover many countries in one eSIM.
How to buy and install your Africa eSIM
- Pick a plan above and pay by card or Apple Pay.
- Open the QR code or the one-tap install link we send you.
- Add the eSIM on your iPhone or Android phone and turn on data roaming for it.
- Switch to the eSIM for data when you arrive.
Installing before you fly saves time at the airport. You can also buy after you land if you have Wi-Fi.
Which phones support eSIM?
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and unlocked. Most recent iPhone models and many Android phones qualify, but it depends on the exact model. Check our list of phones that support eSIM before you buy.
What are the disadvantages of an eSIM?
An eSIM is simple, but it has limits worth knowing. It only works on an eSIM-compatible, unlocked phone. Our plans are data plans, so you call and message through apps rather than a local number. And each plan has a fixed amount of data, so keep an eye on your usage.
That last point is easy to manage. You can check the data left at any time and top up if you need more. New to this? Read what an eSIM is and how it works.
How it works
How to setup your eSIM
Choose a data plan for your trip
Find the best eSIM plan tailored to your destination.
Scan the QR code to activate
Instantly install and set up your eSIM in seconds.
Enjoy fast 4G/5G data abroad
Stay connected anywhere with reliable high-speed internet.
Africa eSIM FAQs
- What are the downsides of using an eSIM in Africa?
- Your phone needs to support eSIM and be unlocked. The plans give you mobile data, so calls and messages go through apps. Each plan has a fixed amount of data and a set number of days.
- How do I know which phones work with an eSIM?
- It depends on your exact phone model, not just the brand. Many iPhone and Android models support eSIM, but the phone must also be unlocked. Check the supported devices list on our site before buying.
- How long do the Africa plans last?
- Validity runs from 7 to 30 days depending on the plan. Choose one that matches the length of your trip so your data lasts until you head home.
- What happens if I run out of data?
- You can check how much data is left at any time. If you need more, you can top up instead of buying a new SIM card.
- How do I pay and install the eSIM?
- You pay by card or Apple Pay. After buying, you get a QR code or a one-tap install link to add the eSIM to your phone in a few minutes.