1 GB
- 7 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$4.00
$4.00 / GB
eSIMs for South Africa
Traveling to South Africa? Get online the moment you land with a prepaid eSIM on Vodacom, MTN and Cell C, with 5G where available. Choose from 12 plans (1 GB to 20 GB or unlimited data, valid for 3 to 30 days), delivered by email with setup instructions. No SIM swapping and no roaming bills.
- Plans from $4.00
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
- eSIM delivered by email
Choose your South Africa plan
2 GB
- 15 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$7.00
$3.50 / GB
3 GB
- 30 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$9.00
$3.00 / GB
5 GB
- 30 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$12.50
$2.50 / GB
Unlimited
- 3 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$19.00
10 GB
- 30 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$22.00
$2.20 / GB
Unlimited
- 5 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$28.00
Unlimited
- 7 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$36.00
20 GB
- 30 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$37.00
$1.85 / GB
Unlimited
- 10 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$45.00
Unlimited
- 15 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$51.00
Unlimited
- 30 days
- Vodacom · MTN · Cell C (5G/4G)
$99.00
All plans are powered by Airalo, a global eSIM provider. Prices in USD.
South Africa eSIM at a glance
- Price
- $4.00 to $99.00 · 12 plans
- Data
- 1 GB to 20 GB, plus unlimited
- Trip length
- 3 to 30 days
- Networks
- Vodacom (5G), MTN (5G), Cell C (4G)
- Calls & texts
- Data only; use WhatsApp or FaceTime
Coverage is provided by Vodacom, MTN and Cell C through our supplier, Airalo.
South Africa eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for South Africa cost?
Plans for South Africa cost $4.00 to $99.00, depending on how much data you need and how long your trip is. Prices are in US dollars and you pay once, with no contract.
Which mobile network does the South Africa eSIM use?
It connects to Vodacom, MTN and Cell C, depending on the plan and your location. 5G is available where the network offers it; elsewhere you'll use 4G.
How long does a South Africa eSIM last?
Plans are valid for 3 to 30 days. The validity period starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in South Africa, so you can install it before you travel.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for South Africa?
Yes. As well as fixed allowances from 1 GB, there are unlimited data plans for South Africa.
Can I make calls and send texts with a South Africa eSIM?
The South Africa plans are data-only, so they don't come with a phone number. You can still call and message over data with apps like WhatsApp or FaceTime.
Why choose simgoose for South Africa?
simgoose, as a reseller for Airalo, a major eSIM provider, offers reliable eSIM solutions for your travels in South Africa. Enjoy convenient connectivity and avoid expensive roaming fees.
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