eSIM for Asia

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Buy an eSIM for Asia: how to choose your plan

Start with two questions: how long is your trip, and how much do you use your phone? The Asia plans run from 3 to 180 days, and data goes up to 100 GB, with prices starting at USD 1.56.

• Short stay, light use: a small plan covers maps, messages and the odd email.
• A week or two of sightseeing: a mid-size plan leaves room for photos, video calls and ride apps.
• Long trips or heavy use: pick a larger plan with a longer validity, or the unlimited plan if you would rather not count.

If you run low, you can check the data left and top up instead of buying a new eSIM.

What is an eSIM for international travel?

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of hunting for a local SIM card at the airport, you install a prepaid data plan by scanning a QR code or tapping an install link. Your usual SIM can stay in place, so your number remains on the phone while the eSIM handles data abroad. Our guide on how an eSIM works explains it step by step.

How does an eSIM work on iPhone and Android?

The process is much the same on both. Your phone must be an eSIM-compatible phone and unlocked; you can check which phones support eSIM before you buy.

1. Pick your Asia plan and pay by card or Apple Pay.
2. Open the QR code or install link you receive.
3. On iPhone, follow the prompt in Settings; on Android, add the eSIM from the network or SIM settings.
4. When you arrive, turn on the eSIM for mobile data and switch on data roaming for it.

Installing before you fly is a good habit, so the eSIM is ready the moment you land.

Are there any drawbacks to eSIMs?

A few, and they are easy to plan around. Older or locked phones may not accept an eSIM, so check yours first. You also need an internet connection to install it, which is why setting it up at home or at the hotel helps. Finally, keep the QR code private, since it is meant for one phone.

One Asia plan or a single-country plan?

A regional plan suits a trip through several countries, as one eSIM can follow you across borders. If you are staying in one place, a country plan such as Japan may fit your trip more closely. Compare both and choose what matches your route.

How it works

How to setup your eSIM

1. Choose a data plan for your trip

   Find the best eSIM plan tailored to your destination.

2. Scan the QR code to activate

   Instantly install and set up your eSIM in seconds.

3. Enjoy fast 4G/5G data abroad

   Stay connected anywhere with reliable high-speed internet.

Asia eSIM FAQs

Which Asia eSIM plan should I choose?

Match the plan to your trip length and your usage. Validity runs from 3 to 180 days and data goes up to 100 GB. Light users can pick a small plan, while heavy users may prefer a larger one or the unlimited plan.

How much does an eSIM for Asia cost?

Each plan shows its price on this page, in your currency, before you buy. The price depends on the data amount and the number of days. You pay by card or Apple Pay, with no hunt for a local SIM card.

Are there any drawbacks to using an eSIM?

Your phone has to be eSIM-compatible and unlocked, so check that first. You need a connection to install the eSIM, so it is easier to set up before you travel. Once installed, it works like a normal data plan.

Can I top up if I run out of data in Asia?

Yes. You can check the data left on your eSIM and top up when you need more. That way you keep the same eSIM for the whole trip.

Does the Asia eSIM work on iPhone and Android?

It works on any eSIM-compatible iPhone or Android phone that is unlocked. You install it with a QR code or a one-tap install link, then turn it on for mobile data when you arrive.

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